How to Educate Your Clients on the Difference Between a Venue Coordinator and a Wedding Planner

Educating clients on the roles of a wedding planner and venue coordinators can help them understand who handles different aspects of the wedding.

How to Manage Wedding Client Expectations Versus Budget

To meet your clients needs on their wedding day, it's important to manage expectations when planning the perfect day on the right budget.

What to include in your event contract

Clearly written contracts, with no surprises, will lead to more seamless events and avoid frustrations on both sides.

Marketing ideas for wedding planners

The wedding business is thriving and you want to be right there with it. Here are some ways to market your wedding planner services and increase your exposure.

Tips to hosting a bridal workshop at your venue

Bridal workshops a great way for you to meet new clients and network with other event professionals. Markel offers some tips to keep in mind when planning a bridal workshop at your venue.

How to network with wedding industry partners to boost business

Whether you’ve been building your wedding planning business for years or are new to the industry, networking with industry partners is an excellent way to help advance your company to the next level.

How-to marketing guide for your business

Don’t have a marketing plan, or know where to start on creating one? Markel Specialty put together 10 things to keep in mind when creating a marketing plan to get you started.

Tips to exhibiting at a wedding show

Wedding shows are perfect events to meet engaged couples. We’ve put together a list of tips to help you stand out from the crowd and draw couples in to your booth.

Basic information needed on your wedding venue contracts

Clearly written contracts, with no surprises, will lead to more seamless events and avoid frustrations on both sides. We’ve put together a list of items to keep in mind when drafting contracts.

Leveraging professional memberships to grow your business

A membership in a wedding event planning association helps strengthen your credibility and connects you to a unique network of colleagues and resources that can enhance your business.