When we start our businesses, we like to think that nothing will get in our way of growing it to its full potential. Yet, regardless of how committed you are to your company, life doesn’t always go as planned. From natural disasters to family emergencies, we have to face unexpected obstacles that often seem to show up at the worst times.
As always, a big shout out to our members that have made the news. Below you'll find members that have been highlighted or otherwise recognized during the month of October. Thank you to those that submitted news this month and thank you to our members that continue to push the outside of the envelope in some way.
Prioritizing safety and security training is an excellent business practice to ensure team members feel safe and to protect the liability of your company. In the past, this has always been done through methods like in-person sessions, digital webinars, and paper handbooks. However, the advancement of technology has brought safety and security training to the forefront with innovative and efficient tools. With the help of digital floor plans and collaborative planning tools, event teams can easily visualize layouts to-scale in an unprecedented way. There’s no need for an onsite meeting to ensure proper safety and security training.
WIPA SoCal had their first community service event of the year volunteering at RAD Camp, which stands for Rising Above Disabilities! Members donated their rentals & services and also helped in the kitchen as Kitchen Angels! It was a life changing event for everyone involved!!
In recent years, podcasts have become a prominent source of entertainment, current events, and more. The audience reach is much more widespread than when podcasts initially appeared on the scene, making it an incredible tool for both marketing and education for businesses as well. Industry professionals are always searching for a way to get their message across, and utilizing a podcast is the best way to convey core beliefs, company values, and expertise.
WIPA Las Vegas held their second quarter event at the beautiful Red Rock Country Club in Summerlin. As guests arrived, they were treated to a welcome glass of Prosecco, poured by the Bubbles & Brew mobile bar. Flora Couture adorned the inside and outside spaces with spring themed florals, and linens by Creative Coverings added a pop of color to the room. Modern-Vintage Rentals provided vintage glasses and one of a kind furniture rentals, and gold flatware from Weddings By Dzign made the tables sparkle. DJ Mike Fox kept the cocktail hour fun with music on the patio, while Jamie Y Photography and JBH Video captured the day flawlessly. Meldeen provided beautifully printed menus to accept the place settings. After cocktails, everyone moved inside and Kaleigh Wiese, Founder of Meldeen and a The Knot Pro Educator, educated our group on Building a Strategic Brand. Guests enjoyed a delicious three-course menu including a southwest salad, duet filet and chicken entree and mini dessert plates.
Planning for a wedding is a long process that requires months of preparation including invitations, bookings, fittings, and much more. Here is your ultimate wedding calendar guide so you know how to be ready for your big day.
The times are always changing and it seems like technology has something new to offer every week. For business owners, this can be an incredible catalyst for growth — tech solutions can streamline many business operations for peak efficiency. This frees up the team’s collective attention to uncover fresh ideas and pursue new endeavors.
WIPA Las Vegas celebrated our fourth quarter Rock 'n Romance event on November 15 at Hard Rock Café on the Strip. Guests were invited to the cocktail reception where tray-passed bites and specialty cocktails were served along with fun activities like Girl Who Drew You doing caricatures, Amelia C & Co with glitter tattoos and Joy Squad with a photobooth!
WIPA Las Vegas held their annual gala event at the Havana Room at Tropicana Las Vegas planned and designed by Ashley Creative Weddings & Events. Guests were greeted by Premiere Wedding Music’s string quartet playing a mix of pop hits upon entry to the lavish event. What you would think was a decorative hedge wall was the focal point of the cocktail hour, but it had a secret edge to it—white-gloved hands peeked out of the wall holding a glass of champagne for the guests to enjoy.
WIPA Las Vegas held our quarterly education event Dream Big, Stay Grounded on July 10, 2018. Guests were welcomed to the cocktail reception at Brooklyn Bowl Las Vegas with WIPA LED marquee letters, courtesy of LED Unplugged. Bubbly champagne and cotton candy were served along with a selection of tray passed hors d’oeuvres. After everyone enjoyed their cocktail, guests were escorted to the LINQ to for the education, and found a seat on the white lounge furniture and cocktail tables provided by Weddings By Dzign. Our speaker Michelle our speaker Michelle Loretta, founder of Sage Weddings Pros, presented "The Power of Profits" and spoke about how profit margins are the most important financial aspect of increasing profitability for the wedding business owner. For our meal, guests were led to the Wheelhouse Room at the LINQ which was transformed into a dreamy luncheon in the clouds with white drapery, cloud-like balloon chandeliers, gorgeous ivory floral arrangements and beautiful table décor all provided by Weddings By Dzign. Guests enjoyed tunes from DJ Shai with Ultra Events, took photos in the photobooth provided by Christie’s Photographic Solutions and celebrated WIPA’s 10 year anniversary with CO2 cannons and birthday cake for dessert. The event was beautifully captured by B Freed Photographer and Indiemarch Films.
Esteemed event designer and innovator draws Rrivre Works Inc. chapter to a close.
Los Angeles, California. (June 20, 2018) - Event design entrepreneur Rrivre Davies, the founder and owner of Rrivre Works Inc. Design Innovation Laboratory, and rentals, is announcing his retirement from the event rental company. He leaves behind a legacy of innovation and design and will be widely celebrated by his past clients and the event community at large. Rrivre plans to commemorate his retirement and share his esteemed collection of rentals, and unique designs, through an exclusive auction on July 28 & 29.
Hot off the press! Las Vegas WIPA member Tara Federico of Scheme Events has released a Las Vegas wedding planning book.
WIPA Las Vegas brought in bright colors and Mexican influences for the second quarterly meeting of 2018, a Salsa Soiree. Upon arrival, guests were welcomed with to the brand new event venue Rhythms Event Center with a private valet service provided by Las Vegas Parking. After checking in on the patio, guests imbibed in tray-passed specialty cocktails from the mixologists of Rhythms Event Center, including the Despasito and the Cabeza Picante, and nibbled on passed bites from Border Grill Forum Shops, including green corn tamale cones, ciudad chicken skewers and guacamole tostaditos. While mixing and mingling, the photo booth from Shutterbooth was packed with fun and excitement.
The dramatic luncheon scene was set in three long, dark wood kings tables adorned with velvet runners and ornate chairs from RSVP Party Rentals. Gold charger plates, specialty china and glassware were provided by Rebel Party Rentals. Place settings were topped with candy favors from Divine Sugar and a unique cloth napkin printed with the event menu, provided by the creative and talented Meldeen Ink. The Mexican-inspired colorful hues of fuchsia, red, and terra cotta were brought in with stunning floral arrangements, accenting gold votives and cute mini cactus created by Naakiti Floral. The look was completed with low hanging crystal chandeliers from LED Unplugged.
Guests took their seats and snacked on chips and a salsa trio while enjoying salsa dance performances from Rhythms. Dancing was followed by education from local advertising gurus R&R Partners, who discussed the ins and outs of social media with their presentation titled “Social Publishing Best Practices.” After our education was completed, guests were treated to lunch from Border Grill Forum Shops, including a gourmet taco station, while music was played by the Lucky Devils Band. Closing out the luncheon, guests indulged in delicious Rolled Ice Cream that was rolled to order in fun flavors.
Our wonderful Salsa Soiree was documented by Fabio & Adri Photography and New Romantix Videography.
Las Vegas WIPA member By Dzign recently announced its acquisition of fellow WIPA member Epic Event Rentals (formerly operating as the Las Vegas division of Classic Party Rentals).
The first Las Vegas chapter event of 2018, WIPA in Full Bloom, was hosted by the stunning Revere Golf Club. The day started with mimosas and bellinis in the bar area of the club. Guests enjoyed mingling with music from DJ Mike Fox and a stunning view of the Las Vegas skyline. Afterwards, we moved into the reception space for lunch. The room was decorated in light shades of ivory, gold and gray with stunning floral centerpieces from Flora Couture, ornately patterned tablecloths from Creative Coverings, beautiful rentals from Epic Event Rentals and Current Events, and hand lettered stationery from EG Letters. Our speaker Rev. Dawn Camacho shared practical tools for navigating turmoil, prioritizing effectively, and getting back to what you love in her presentation titled “Mastering the Chaos.” At the conclusion of her talk, guests were served a gorgeous entrée of grilled prime beef and seared sea bass with potato croquette and garlic broccolini. Our 2018 WIPA Las Vegas board was then sworn in and they presented previous president Gabriella Cote with an award and bouquet to thank her for her service to our industry and organization. Our Director of Membership Tara Federico kicked off our first membership drive of 2018, offering a $50 rebate for any new members who joined Feb. 1-7. Board President Rebecca Stebbins also presented awards to notable members:
On March 26th, WIPA’s New York Chapter held their first meeting of 2018 at The Glasshouses, one of NYC’s finest event spaces with magnificent views of the iconic skyline. Before opening the doors to the attendees, members took advantage of a private Meet & Greet with Guest Speaker Jess Levin, Founder, and CEO of Carats & Cakes. Once the evening was officially underway, guests took in the gorgeous sunset over the Hudson River and enjoyed the delicious catering of Elegant Affairs and music from a talented harp and vocal duo from Jarrell Entertainment. ProSho Sound provided top-notch audio and visual equipment, and the presentation went flawlessly. Jess Levin focused on “The Business of Diversification” and gave lessons from her four-year journey of building Carats & Cakes. Afterward, guests enjoyed a lively after party for the ages.
