The Bridal Society is pleased to announce their upcoming wedding planning training seminar. This 2 day course was designed for those interested in starting a career as a wedding planner. The next course will be held in November 2010.
WHERE: Crowne Plaza Universal Orlando
WHEN: November 13th & 14th
TIME: 9:00am to 6:00pm
INVESTMENT: $395.00
DEPOSIT TO RESERVE SEAT: $100.00
FINAL PAYMENT DUE: November 1, 2010
INCLUDES: Lunch & All class materials
INSTRUCTOR: Laurie Hartwell, owner of "A Wedding To Remember" and president of "The Bridal Society" wedding association.
FOR MORE INFORMATION: Visit www.TheBridalSociety.org
We will discuss the following topics:
- Wedding Statistics
- Learn what types of events you can plan
- Your role as a wedding planner
- Understanding your personality
- Maximizing your strengths
- Overview of the wedding planning process
- Typical week in the life of a planner
- Real Stores - Real Situations
- Wedding etiquette
- Wedding trends
- Customs and traditions
- Wedding Decor
- Linens (Style & sizes)
- Center pieces
- Lighting
- Draping
- Tablescapes
- Room layout
- Party favors
- Place settings
- Terminology
- Wedding dreams vs. Wedding reality
- Effective communication
- Tracking RSVPs
- Educating your clients
- Gown styles
- Veils
- Blushers
- How to bustle
- Dress designers
- Understanding and working with vendors:
- Florists
- Venues
- Photographers
- Videographers
- Transportation provider
- Bakers
- Designers
- Rental companies
- Entertainment
- and more...
- Creating packages
- Advertising
- Develop business relationships
- Communication strategies
- Where the jobs are
- Building a portfolio
- Market place evaluation
- Business start up costs
- Preparing for your career
- Website design
- Creating contracts
- Reviewing vendor contracts
- Closing deals
- Competition
- The art of "tact"
- Helping your client create her vision
- Site visits
- Dealing with challenging clients
- Initial consultations
- Client meetings
- Vendor meetings
- Budget management
- Business license requirements
- Itinerary Construction
- Rehearsal Coordination
- Wedding Day Coordination
We look forward to having you there! See our testimonials on www.thebridalsociety.org!
