✨ 4 Perks of Joining ABC That Practically Pay for Themselves ✨
1. Next Level Learning
Skip the trial-and-error. Webinars, trainings, and events give you the tools to grow without the guesswork.
2. Your Industry Circle
Think referrals, collaborations, and seasoned advice from planners and wedding pros across every category. It’s more than networking—it’s your support system.
3. Extra Income Opportunities
With exclusive partnerships (like Sandals Resorts + hotel programs), ABC members can add travel planning to their services—giving clients the full experience and giving you an extra source of revenue.
4. The Pro-Level Playbook → The roadmap to your next chapter.
Ready to elevate your brand and reputation? This continuing education playbook walks you through high-level strategies that set the industry standard—so you stand out as more than “just a planner."
💍 Bottom line: Your membership isn’t just a resource—it’s ROI.
This October, join ABC and get 15 months for the price of 12. Comment JOINABC for all the details.
🏆 ABC Trendsetter Awards — Nominations Now Open
Comment TRENDSETTER26 for the details & how to nominate
Each year, the Association of Bridal Consultants Trendsetter Awards shine a spotlight on the visionaries shaping the future of weddings and events. We celebrate creativity, professionalism, and innovation — honoring those who go above and beyond to create unforgettable experiences for their clients and communities.
Being nominated (or winning!) isn’t just an honor — it’s industry recognition, national visibility, and a powerful marketing advantage for your business. F
✨ If you’re raising the bar in our industry, this is your moment. Submit your entry and let your brilliance be seen.
Because excellence deserves to be celebrated — and shared.
New here? Thinking about joining? Let’s break it down.
What is ABC?
Only the OG professional community for wedding + event pros who are ready to go from elevate your business to certified expert. 💅✨
Whether you're planning luxury destination weddings or just starting out in events — ABC gives you:
💼 Credibility (hi, certified planner status)
📚 Ongoing education + real-world training
🌎 A global network of pros who get it
🚀 Career + biz opportunities you can’t Google
It’s not just a membership — it’s your launchpad. 💥
💖 Ready to join us?
#WeddingProLife #EventPlannerCommunity #ABCweddings #PlannerGoals #WeddingBizSupport #CertifiedPlannerVibes #WeddingIndustryPros #ABCStrong
Meet Shakila Booker - the powerhouse behind SML Assisting LLC (@smlassinting ) and the trusted “Business Nanny®” helping wedding and event pros build scalable businesses with confidence. ✨
With 20+ years of experience in sales, logistics, event management, and executive support, Shakila specializes in helping solopreneurs stay organized, strategic, and ready to grow. Her approach is rooted in collaboration, strong relationships, and attention to every detail.
When she’s not supporting her clients behind the scenes, you’ll find her traveling and spending time with family.
You’re in the middle of one of the busiest seasons of the year—but don’t miss the opportunity to turn each wedding into future business.
This month, be intentional about capturing and leveraging your work:
✨ Take behind-the-scenes photos and videos
✨ Ask clients for testimonials while the experience is fresh
✨ Document details that showcase your process and expertise
✨ Connect with vendors you worked with and build those relationships
After the event, use that content to:
✔ Update your portfolio
✔ Share on social media
✔ Submit to Wedding Planner Magazine
✔ Strengthen your marketing for future clients
Every wedding isn’t just an event - it’s a powerful marketing asset.
Don't think you can make time for this during an event? Assign a team member to capture these moments for you.
🎙Episode 69
Tune into Episode 69 with my special guest, Veronica Foster.
📍📍What did we chat about?📍📍
This conversation moves past the surface of business tactics and dives into the heart of purposeful entrepreneurship.
This episode is for you, if you :
• Want to learn how to go from an introvert to intentional leaders; this can start with framing your mornings with intention and prayers.
• Are looking to define how internal peace can serve as a compass for business decisions.
• Are looking to build community to help overcome isolation.
• Want to have the courage to say NO to opportunities that don't align with your core values.
• Are looking to create a professional presence to inspire the next generation of entrepreneurs.
📍📍Who is Veronica?? Veronica M. Foster is the President of the Association of Bridal Consultants ABC and a seasoned entrepreneur with over 23 years of experience in the wedding and events industry. A Master Wedding Planner and destination wedding expert, Veronica is passionate about education, leadership, and helping professionals grow thriving, purpose-driven businesses. Through her work with ABC, she empowers entrepreneurs to build with intention, integrity, and faith.
📍Find her full bio in episode shownotes.
Love, Hugs, and Kisses, J. xoxo
👉Now head over to any of your preferred podcast platforms Spotify, iTunes, or Amazon and tune in.
🔗Link in Bio
#refineandreleasepodcast #entrepreneurship #jacquelinevazquez #podcasthost #mindsetandrefinement
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Save the date for Wednesday, May 20th - Where you'll learn the 5 pillars of an elevated website and how to implement them so that your website has a real ROI. Get ready to stand out and build a website you'll want to not only show off again and again, but that will help you sell to clients before they even get on a call.
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World of Weddings is more than just a conference...
➡️ It's collaboration with like minded professionals
➡️ It's an immersive event where YOU actually are the guest
➡️ It's a future focused mindset
And you don't need to be a Wedding Planner to attend - whether you are a caterer, DJ, photographer, or anything in between, we welcome you!
Comment WOW26 for all the details!
Destination weddings are no longer a niche trend - they are a thriving and growing segment of the wedding industry.
For planners who are educated and prepared, destination weddings offer creative fulfillment, professional differentiation, and expanded income potential.
This course focuses specifically on the art of implementing Destination Weddings in locations around the world. You’ll learn to design beautiful dream weddings in extraordinary locations and expand your revenue streams with resort and hotel booking commissions. It’s the definition of the dream career.
Comment DWP26 to get the details on how to become certified
If you’re building a business, you belong here.
The wedding and event industry isn’t a hobby. It’s fast-paced, competitive, and constantly evolving. And the professionals who thrive? They invest in their growth, their network, and their credibility.
That’s where ABC comes in.
This is where serious pros go to:
✨ Elevate their expertise with real education
✨ Build connections that turn into opportunities
✨ Earn recognition that sets them apart
✨ Stay ahead of trends—not chase them
Because “figuring it out as you go” only gets you so far.
If you’re ready to be seen, respected, and paid like the professional you are… it’s time to step into the room where you belong.
👉 Comment JOINABC and start building a business that actually supports the life you want.
