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The Value of Print in the Digital Age with Makayla Jade Harris of The Harris Company | Episode 20

Now You're Engaged - A Wedding Show

Release Date: 08/06/2018

Creating the Ultimate Guest Experience with Michelle Wood of Meraki Wood Events show art Creating the Ultimate Guest Experience with Michelle Wood of Meraki Wood Events

Now You're Engaged - A Wedding Show

In this episode, we’re uncovering what truly sets your wedding apart as an amazing event: the guest experience. We had on Michelle Wood, wedding planner and founder of Meraki Wood Events. She shares the importance of having a backup plan for worst-case scenarios, tips to bring your event to life and unique ideas that will WOW guests.   For full show notes, resources, links:  https://www.nowyoureengaged.com/season-two/creating-the-ultimate-guest-experience-with-michelle-wood-of-meraki-wood-events   EPISODE BREAKDOWN: 2:05 Michelle’s story of getting started in the wedding...

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Now You're Engaged - A Wedding Show

In this episode, we’re talking all things jewelry insurance! If you’d be crushed at the thought of losing your engagement or wedding rings then you need to hear this conversation with Debi Lilly, celebrity party planner and author. Debi shares a story that demonstrates why jewelry insurance is a necessity for couples.  For full show notes, resources, links: https://www.nowyoureengaged.com/season-two/why-ring-insurance-is-a-must-have-on-your-pre-wedding-checklist-with-debi-lilly   EPISODE BREAKDOWN: 2:13 How Debi got started in the wedding industry 3:29 Why she is so passionate...

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Thoughtful High-End Weddings with Hannah Mitchell of Elite Events show art Thoughtful High-End Weddings with Hannah Mitchell of Elite Events

Now You're Engaged - A Wedding Show

In this episode, we had a conversation with Hannah Mitchell, of Elite Seattle. Hannah and her mom Cindy specialize in designing thoughtful high-end weddings and events. She shares her process as a planner for luxury weddings and talks about the types of services they offer their clients.    For full show notes, resources, links: https://www.nowyoureengaged.com/season-two/thoughtful-high-end-weddings-with-hannah-mitchell-of-elite-events   EPISODE BREAKDOWN: 1:14 How Hannah and her mom got started in the wedding industry 5:56 What services they specialize in 9:35 How they navigate...

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Plan Your Party Like a Pro with Founder of Partyslate, Julia Novack show art Plan Your Party Like a Pro with Founder of Partyslate, Julia Novack

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Need more inspiration for planning your wedding? In this episode, we’re joined by Julia Novack, founder of Partyslate. Partyslate is an inspiration platform that shares unique party ideas and the professionals who make them happen. Julia shares how she got her idea for starting Partyslate and how people typically use the platform when event planning.   For full show notes, resources, links: https://www.nowyoureengaged.com/season-two/plan-your-party-like-a-pro-with-founder-of-partyslate-julia-novack   EPISODE BREAKDOWN: 1:36 How Julia got into the wedding industry 6:29 What events...

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Wedding Trends for 2021 with Wedding Planner and CEO of Marylen Exposito Events, Marylen Exposito show art Wedding Trends for 2021 with Wedding Planner and CEO of Marylen Exposito Events, Marylen Exposito

Now You're Engaged - A Wedding Show

Wedding trends come and go. In this episode, we’re joined by wedding planner Marylen Exposito of Marylen Exposito Events to talk all things wedding trends in 2021. We chat about how covid has changed the way weddings are done and what trends we really like that have emerged this year.  For full show notes, resources, links:   EPISODE BREAKDOWN: 3:12 Entertainment as the main focus 7:15 The micro wedding trend  9:13 The popularity of elopements 15:05 Formal dining during weddings 16:22 Weekday weddings 19:34 Up and coming color trends 21:25 Quality over quantity 24:22 How...

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The Blueprint to Rescheduling Your Wedding with Wedding Planner and CEO of Infinite Events, Erica Trombetti show art The Blueprint to Rescheduling Your Wedding with Wedding Planner and CEO of Infinite Events, Erica Trombetti

Now You're Engaged - A Wedding Show

2020 was the year of rescheduled weddings. It comes as no surprise that there was no guidebook on how to handle this and many vendors and couples were left scrambling trying to figure out how to move their big day. In this episode, Kenny and Julie had a conversation with wedding planner and CEO of Infinite Events, Erica Trombetti about the course she designed to help people reschedule their wedding day.    For full show notes, resources, links: EPISODE BREAKDOWN: 1:08 How Erica got started in the wedding industry  3:39 Her experience of rescheduling 30+ weddings 25:05 Changes...

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Now You're Engaged - A Wedding Show

Are you ready to get in shape for your special day? In this episode, Kenny and Julie were joined by International Lifestyle and Wedding Fitness Coach, Laila Aleih to talk about getting fit for your wedding day. Laila gives advice on creating a sustainable, healthy way to “slim down for the gown”. She explores the areas you should focus on for health and the services she offers for brides (and non-brides).   LINKS WE LOVE:   (Get a free strategy session by mentioning our podcast!) Wedding Wellness Retreat video   EPISODE BREAKDOWN: 1:52 How Laila got into the fitness...

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What to Splurge On For Your Wedding Day show art What to Splurge On For Your Wedding Day

Now You're Engaged - A Wedding Show

Wedding expenses can add up quickly. When you’re deciding on what things you want to splurge on for your big day, you’ll want to keep in mind your top priorities! Take a listen as Kenny and Julie dig into their top 13 items to splurge on for your wedding. You’ll hear their insights on WOWing your guests and keeping the memories of your wedding day for years to come.    LINKS WE LOVE:   EPISODE BREAKDOWN: 3:16 A throwback to our trends episode 4:59 Choosing your venue 8:54 Venues with decorations already included 13:02 Working with a styling and decor company 15:42 How...

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Your Ultimate Wedding Planning Online Course with Spotlight Guest: Wedding Planner and Course Creator Bettina Benizri show art Your Ultimate Wedding Planning Online Course with Spotlight Guest: Wedding Planner and Course Creator Bettina Benizri

Now You're Engaged - A Wedding Show

Kenny and Julie explore the ins and outs of using a course to plan your wedding day with Bettina Benizri of Busy Bee Events. She shares a few things you must keep in mind for your wedding day including the 3 things you must do first when planning your wedding (plus one of the easiest ways to save money on the big day).    LINKS WE LOVE:   EPISODE BREAKDOWN: 1:59 How Bettina got her business where it is today 3:54 Why she started her online course 7:42 Services that Busy Bee Events offers 11:33 Pricing disparities within the wedding industry 18:37 Course overview 20:30 The...

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MAKAYLA JADE HARRIS

The Harris Company

 

EPISODE 20 SHOW NOTES

 

PHOTO & CINEMA MADE TO LAST

 

THE VALUE OF PRINT IN THE AGE OF DIGITAL



We're Dave and Makayla Harris - photographers + cinematographers, upstate New York residents, proud parents of two, frequent world travelers, and believers in the importance of both making memories and preserving them forever.

You deserve to enjoy your wedding day to the fullest. We approach each wedding day as if it were our own, ensuring we don’t miss a beat. This means we will coordinate with each of your wedding professionals both prior to and on your wedding day to make sure everything rolls out flawlessly. Having a full team allows us to collaborate on the editing and processing of your photos and films to work more efficiently without jeopardizing quality.

We love what we do and we can’t wait to make a profound impact on your memories with our photographic and cinematic storytelling. We invite you to sit back and take in every moment of your perfect day.

 

What is their studio philosophy on print?

The defining moments in her business in regards to print?

What a couple should look for when hiring photographers?

What items Makayla recommends for every couple?

The booking process with The Harris Company?

 

You can learn more about The Harris Company:

 

Website: https://theharrisco.com/

Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/HCOphotocinema/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theharrisco/

Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.nz/theharrisco/



Quotes:

 

“I really had to sit down and think about the direction I wanted my business to take & what about the business was really rewarding to me and it really came down to being able to see my client’s reactions when I was able to provide them with something tangible.”

 

“I’m not going to let any client walk through my studio without leaving with an album.”

 

“I think people have this fear of losing their images and I think by having them in digital form they think they won’t be lost down the road and that they can always print them later. The reality is though that they kind of just end up staying there & you’re not reliving them. They might be stored somewhere but you’re not actually saving them because you’re not allowing yourself to experience them.”



“I truly believe when you hire a high-quality photographer you’re going to want to have a high-quality product to match that.”



“I think it’s really important to think about how you want to relive your images years from now, whether you want it to be on social media or you want it to be in a tangible way that you can share with your family.”




At Kenneth Cooper Films our passion is weaving together compelling stories with timeless and elegant visuals. Head over to our website to watch some of our story-telling magic and get a behind the scenes look at how we work and why we do what we do. Check us out at https://kennethcooperfilms.com/ & follow us on social media @kennethcooperfilms!



About Now You’re Engaged:

 

The Now You’re Engaged Podcast is hosted by filmmaker & wedding professional Kenny Hopkins. Having been involved in the wedding industry since 2012, Kenny decided to launch is own company, Kenneth Cooper Films in 2016 to create unique wedding films for inspiring couples. As his business grew he saw a need for an educational resource to help couples become acquainted with high end professionals in an informal way to get the highest quality advice & information needed to navigate all that comes with being engaged.

 

We explore curated questions for inquiring couples with guidance from some of the wedding industry's top professionals. We’re here to help you navigate the noise and get to the bottom of what you need to know now that you’re engaged.

 

Don’t forget to rate & review Now You’re Engaged on iTunes! The more ratings & reviews you leave, the more happy couples we will be able to help navigate all that comes with being engaged!