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Wedding Planner Society Podcast
Laurie Hartwell & Krisy Thomas - CWP Society
99 episodes
2 days ago
In this rapid-fire solo episode, Krisy Thomas, COO of the CWP Society, shares a practical blueprint for wedding planners ready to make 2025 more profitable and organized. She walks through a simple reflection exercise to identify what's energizing your business versus what's draining it, then covers the systems and boundaries that create sustainable growth. You'll hear specific examples for streamlining timelines, controlling scope creep, and communicating with confidence—plus why certificati...
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In this rapid-fire solo episode, Krisy Thomas, COO of the CWP Society, shares a practical blueprint for wedding planners ready to make 2025 more profitable and organized. She walks through a simple reflection exercise to identify what's energizing your business versus what's draining it, then covers the systems and boundaries that create sustainable growth. You'll hear specific examples for streamlining timelines, controlling scope creep, and communicating with confidence—plus why certificati...
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Entrepreneurship
Education,
Business,
Careers,
How To
Episodes (20/99)
Wedding Planner Society Podcast
Intentional Growth For Wedding Planners
In this rapid-fire solo episode, Krisy Thomas, COO of the CWP Society, shares a practical blueprint for wedding planners ready to make 2025 more profitable and organized. She walks through a simple reflection exercise to identify what's energizing your business versus what's draining it, then covers the systems and boundaries that create sustainable growth. You'll hear specific examples for streamlining timelines, controlling scope creep, and communicating with confidence—plus why certificati...
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3 days ago
8 minutes

Wedding Planner Society Podcast
Beyond the Surface: What It Really Takes to Plan South Asian Celebrations
Join Krisy Thomas, COO of the CWP Society, and Certified Wedding Planner & Certified Wedding Planner & Certified Educator, Rima Shah, as they dismantle the dangerous assumption that South Asian weddings are just "bigger centerpieces on a longer timeline." This is a masterclass in what multi-day celebrations actually demand: extended vendor access, hospitality infrastructure most venues ignore, and contracts built for sacred ceremony sequences—not just "out by midnight" clauses. You'll...
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6 days ago
29 minutes

Wedding Planner Society Podcast
The Relationship That Changes Everything: Your Wedding Planner Bestie
What if the secret to thriving in wedding planning isn't just about serving clients—it's about finding your people? In this episode, we're pulling back the curtain on one of the most powerful (and underrated) relationships in the wedding industry: the planner-to-planner friendship that actually saves your business—and your sanity. Joining the COO of the CWP Society, Krisy Thomas, are Certified Wedding Planners Hailey Beard and Amanda Borrero, who met at CWP Society Certification conference,&n...
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1 week ago
29 minutes

Wedding Planner Society Podcast
Decoding Venue Roles: Who Really Does What (And Why It Matters)
Not all "venue coordinators" are created equal—and assuming they are can derail your entire event. In this episode, COO Krisy Thomas sits down with Master Certified Wedding Planner and Certified Educator Nikki Rodgers to pull back the curtain on how venue teams actually operate, so you can stop guessing and start collaborating with confidence. Nikki breaks down the four core roles you're likely to encounter—from the owner who sold the date to the banquet captain directing service—and explains...
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2 weeks ago
19 minutes

Wedding Planner Society Podcast
Inclusive Weddings: Managing Fireworks, Fog, And Triggers With Care
Surprise moments should make hearts lift, not race. In this episode, Krisy Thomas, COO of the CWP Society, welcomes Master Certified Wedding Planner and Certified Educator Brianne Ackerland to explore how planners can create high-impact celebrations that honor military guests and anyone living with PTSD or sensory sensitivities—without sacrificing the magic couples dream about. The reality is that surprise cannons, strobes, and smoke machines can trigger panic attacks, flashbacks, and genuine...
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2 weeks ago
22 minutes

Wedding Planner Society Podcast
From Assumptions To Alignment: How Planners Thrive With Church Teams
Wedding days inside a church can feel like navigating a maze of policies, people, and expectations, and many planners carry battle scars from these sacred spaces. In this episode, Master Certified Wedding Planner & Certified Educator, Emma Cockerham joins Krisy Thomas, COO of the CWP Society, to unpack why church venues often feel more challenging and how to transform tension into trust through intentional communication and genuine respect. From first contact to final blessing, Emma maps ...
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3 weeks ago
21 minutes

Wedding Planner Society Podcast
Beyond Timelines: The Real Work Behind Multi-Family Wedding Planning
Weddings with rich traditions don’t just need timelines—they need translators. In this episode, Certified Wedding Planner and Certified Educator, Rima Shah joins CWP Society COO, Krisy Thomas to unpack the real work behind South Asian weddings: navigating multiple families, aligning expectations across generations, and setting boundaries that protect joy without steamrolling culture. From the first consultation to the final site visit, we share scripts, policies, and small shifts in language ...
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1 month ago
30 minutes

Wedding Planner Society Podcast
The Blueprint for Wedding Planning: Education Meets Experience
Tired of hearing “just get experience” as if that’s a strategy? On this episode, we dig into why that advice often backfires, eroding vendor trust, anchoring fees at unsustainable levels, and putting couples at risk on a day with no do‑overs. Crystal Dailey, Master Certified Wedding Planner and Certified Educator, joins Krisy Thomas to show a better path—one that blends hands-on learning with real education. Together, they explore how standards, structure, and certification transform instinct...
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1 month ago
27 minutes

Wedding Planner Society Podcast
Choosing the Right Wedding Planner Mentor + Celebrating 50 Years of Laurie Hartwell
Ever wonder why some planners seem to leap ahead while others grind for years? We unpack the real advantage behind the scenes: a mentor who listens, challenges, and opens doors. From first weddings full of unknowns to high-stakes productions, we walk through the qualities that separate a true guide from a loud voice—proven experience, integrity, generosity with knowledge, strong listening, access to opportunity, and the emotional intelligence to navigate family dynamics and vendor teams with ...
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1 month ago
16 minutes

Wedding Planner Society Podcast
Empathy Meets Expertise: The Emotional Side of Wedding Planning
Wedding planning is an emotional rollercoaster for couples, and behind every seating chart and floral arrangement lies a complex web of feelings that skilled planners must navigate with grace and understanding. Riley Snider, Certified Wedding Planner and Certified Educator, joins Krisy Thomas to explore how wedding professionals can serve as the steady emotional anchor their clients truly need. This conversation uncovers the hidden emotional undercurrents of wedding planning; from navigating ...
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1 month ago
21 minutes

Wedding Planner Society Podcast
When Trust Matters Most: Leadership Lessons from South Asian Wedding Planning
Navigating the magnificent scale of South Asian weddings demands more than standard planning approaches—it requires masterful team leadership. In this compelling episode, Certified Wedding Planner and Educator Rima Shah of Big Guava Events joins Krisy Thomas, COO of the CWP Society, to share battle-tested strategies for building, preparing, and leading teams through multi-day celebrations with hundreds of guests. Rima reveals why finding the right team members is her first priority, seeking o...
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1 month ago
34 minutes

Wedding Planner Society Podcast
More Than a Vendor: Becoming a Venue’s Trusted Planner
Ever wondered what venue coordinators really think when wedding planners walk through their doors? In this eye-opening conversation, Nikki Rodgers, Master Certified Wedding Planner and Certified Educator, joins Krisy Thomas, COO of the CWP Society, to pull back the curtain on both sides of the planning experience. With over a decade of experience managing venues, sometimes coordinating up to six events in a single day, Nikki transitioned into wedding planning with a perspective few others pos...
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1 month ago
25 minutes

Wedding Planner Society Podcast
Future-Proof Your Business: Financial Freedom for Wedding Planners
Wedding professionals pour their hearts into creating flawless celebrations for their clients, yet many overlook one critical detail—their own financial futures. In this eye-opening episode, Matt Mitchell, Master Certified Wedding Planner, Certified Educator, and founder of The Event Ledger, joins Krisy Thomas, COO of the CWP Society, to share how wedding planners can build lasting financial security while continuing to run thriving businesses. Matt brings a rare dual perspective—over 12 year...
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1 month ago
31 minutes

Wedding Planner Society Podcast
Certification Changed Everything: Two Planners Share Their Journeys
Krisy Thomas, COO of the Certified Wedding Planner Society, is joined by two remarkable Certified Wedding Planners, Vicki Amar and Ashley Babbitt, to share their transformative journeys in the wedding industry. This captivating conversation highlights the power of education, certification, and community in shaping a successful career. Vicki Amar brings a fascinating perspective, having coordinated iconic New York City events like the Times Square New Year’s Eve Ball Drop and Macy’s Thanksgivi...
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2 months ago
34 minutes

Wedding Planner Society Podcast
Education + Relationships: The Winning Formula for Wedding Planners
What truly separates thriving wedding planners from those who struggle to build sustainable businesses? In this candid conversation, Master Certified Wedding Planners & Certified Educators, Aisha Garnett and Crystal Dailey join Krisy Thomas, COO of the CWP Society, to reveal the powerful synergy between education and relationships that has transformed their careers. Aisha reflects on her early days, when she charged just $300 for an entire wedding before pursuing certification, a decision...
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2 months ago
50 minutes

Wedding Planner Society Podcast
Sacred Partnerships: How Wedding Planners and Church Coordinators Can Work Together
The relationship between wedding planners and church coordinators has long been marked by tension, misunderstandings, and at times, outright conflict. But what if there’s a better way forward? In this episode, Emma Cockerham, Certified Educator and Master Certified Wedding Planner, joins Krisy Thomas, COO of The CWP Society, for a candid conversation on transforming these often-strained relationships into true partnerships. Emma shares her personal journey through church wedding burnout in 20...
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2 months ago
24 minutes

Wedding Planner Society Podcast
Trust Over Transactions: Why Ethical Vendor Relationships Matter
Certified Wedding Planner and Certified Educator, Amanda Borrero, joins CWP Society COO, Krisy Thomas, for an unfiltered conversation about one of the wedding industry’s most debated practices: kickbacks. Together, they unpack what kickbacks really are, why they’ve become so ingrained in the wedding world, and the ethical dilemmas they create for planners and couples alike. From “pay-to-play” venue lists to referral fees passed quietly between vendors, this discussion explores how these arran...
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2 months ago
23 minutes

Wedding Planner Society Podcast
Inclusive Celebrations: Planning Weddings for Physically Limited Guests
Have you ever considered what it’s like for a guest with mobility challenges to navigate a wedding day? From uneven outdoor paths to inaccessible restrooms, the obstacles they face might surprise you. In this powerful conversation, Krisy Thomas, COO of the CWP Society, leads a discussion with Master Certified Wedding Planner and Certified Educator Brianne Ackerland to shine a light on an often-overlooked aspect of wedding planning: accessibility and inclusion for guests with physical limitati...
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2 months ago
23 minutes

Wedding Planner Society Podcast
Raising the Standard: How Certified Planners Are Redefining the Wedding Industry
Step into the world of wedding planning leadership as Krisy Thomas, COO of the CWP Society, sits down with four extraordinary certified wedding planners who are reshaping the industry across the globe. Together, they share their journeys from skilled professionals to influential change-makers, highlighting how education and community are redefining the wedding planning profession. Joining the conversation: David Ude of Dafame Concept, raising the bar for weddings in Nigeria.Tracy Dapp of Inke...
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2 months ago
40 minutes

Wedding Planner Society Podcast
The Power of Partnership: When Venue Coordinators and Planners Collaborate
Krisy Thomas, COO of the CWP Society, sits down with Master Certified Planner and Certified Educator Nikki Rodgers, who brings 22 years of experience on both sides of the aisle, for an eye-opening episode that tackles one of the wedding industry’s most common confusions: the difference between venue coordinators and wedding planners. When couples hear "your venue comes with a coordinator," they often assume this person will handle all wedding day logistics and details. This common misconcept...
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2 months ago
31 minutes

Wedding Planner Society Podcast
In this rapid-fire solo episode, Krisy Thomas, COO of the CWP Society, shares a practical blueprint for wedding planners ready to make 2025 more profitable and organized. She walks through a simple reflection exercise to identify what's energizing your business versus what's draining it, then covers the systems and boundaries that create sustainable growth. You'll hear specific examples for streamlining timelines, controlling scope creep, and communicating with confidence—plus why certificati...