This week we dive into what it takes to get published on The Knot, and we hear directly from the source!  Esther Lee is the Deputy Editor for The Knot Online and In Print. Whether you are a couple or a vendor, getting your wedding published is like winning first prize in the wedding world.  The most visable location is The Knot.  Known worldwide as the go to source for all things weddings, having an article or photos that include your event adds credence to vendors reputation.  But what does it take?  How do you even go about submitting? Esther Lee, Deputy Editor, T ..read more

Word of mouth is the most effective way of getting your name out there - so how do you do that? Our Guest: Carin Hunt Carin Hunt, CEO of Celebration Pros, leads a dynamic community of ambitious wedding professionals determined to break through their glass ceiling of doubts and achieve the success they so desire and deserve.  With her innovative Champagne Logic approach, Carin collaborates with clients in both group and one-on-one settings, uncorking the potential in their businesses, refining structures, and toasting to valuable connections.  Drawing on 15 years of experience in ..read more

Behind The Veil: The Knot Real Weddings Study and Budgeting The Knot and Wedding Wire are the main sources that couples use for finding and booking vendors.  it is also where many of them go to get their information.  Find out where they get their numbers and more! Our guest: Tom Chelednik, North America Director of Vendor Engagement, The Knot Worldwide Tom Chelednik, North America Director of Vendor Engagement, The Knot Worldwide Tom Chelednik has over 25 years of experience in sales and marketing, with 16 specifically in the wedding industry. From 2008 - 2020, Tom held several ..read more

Behind the Veil: luxury lifestyle concierge The most valuable asset we posses is time. When planning a wedding, a honeymoon, or any escape, having a someone to take care of every detail could be immeasurable! Our Guest: Shauna Norton - Founder of Dolce Vita (The Sweet Life) Known for her attention to detail, she stands as the owner of a thriving Lifestyle Concierge service. With a proven track record in project management and a knack for strategic problem-solving, Shauna is a versatile entrepreneur who has honed her skills across various industries. Her expertise spans operations management ..read more

Ever want to know what really goes on behind the scenes on "Say Yes To The Dress"?  Or wish you could ask a burning question to one of the stars about your wedding dress?  This coming Tuesday is your chance! This week we welcome the amazing Monte Durham - one of the stars from TV's Say Yes To The Dress Atlanta. Finding the right dress has never been easy for most brides.  The idea of going shopping for a dress downright scares some brides.  But now, throw in issues with fabrication, transportation, and labor, and the perfect dress can be something nightmares are made of. Mo ..read more

Bringing Flair & Excitement to Your Wedding From Down Under Every couple always seems to look for something to make their wedding standout.  Sometimes this can include going back to basics, such as having an MC guide your night. Meet Nathan Cassar, Australia's Premier Award-Winning MC - specializing in truly unforgettable events that always leave a lasting impression. Based in Sydney, Nathan Cassar MC has for over 10 years (and counting) proudly done what he is most passionate about – creating 1000s of lasting memories through the power of live entertainment and a flair for the extrao ..read more

The value of a wedding planner for DIY couples Planning a wedding is no easy task, even for the best DIY couples. But if you are really Doing It Yourself, do you really need a wedding planner too?  And for planners - How do you show the value of hiring a planner to a couple? Our guest today: Cassie LaMere Blending a lifelong passion for exceptional event curation with a keen eye for detail, Cassie LaMere stands as a paragon in luxury event planning. As the Founder and Creative Director of Cassie LaMere Events, she has redefined the art of creating memorable experiences, merging meticul ..read more

Behind The Veil: Your Trending in 2024! Weddings are usually the first place where the latest trend is going to make its appearance.  Our guest today is a source for truly what is trending and what you should be prepping for! Our guest - Nicole Ettenhofer About Nicole Ettenhofer Nicole Ettenhofer is the VP of Growth & Strategy for George Street Photo & Video, a national wedding photo and video company based in Chicago, IL with experience serving thousands of customers and offering best in quality wedding coverage at an affordable cost.  With over a decade of experience in the ..read more

Season is back with a vengeance!  So are the long hours that come with it.  From working with existing clients, to onboarding new clients, to finding clients at all... It can all become overwhelming. Our guest today: Carissa Kruse / Carissa Cruse Weddings Carissa is a wedding industry maven and a marketing and conversion strategist.  She works with overworked wedding professionals to increase their profitability and cut their workload in half, using her Endless Engagement Methos.  They can have long term success with scrambling to get couples while getting lost in the wed ..read more

Writing, and then speaking, wedding vows can be a stressful experience.  What happens if you can't figure out how you feel, or fear speaking in front of an audience.  It is already a high stress day, and now add this to the whole experience. Our guest today is Tanya Pushkine Tanya Pushkine was born and raised in Brussels, Belgium to an American-born musical conductor and German/Belgian painter. Upon moving to the USA, she was soon accepted to The Juilliard School’s Drama Division. Immediately upon graduation, Tanya was selected to play Mozart’s wife in Amadeus on Broadway, followed b ..read more