'Trends in Business and Design for 2023' with Gretchen Culver of Rocket Science Events
Release Date: 03/02/2023
'The Role of a Concierge Meteorologist in Wedding Planning’ with Andrew Leavitt of Ironic Reports
The Confetti Hour Podcast
Andrew Leavitt is an event safety specialist with a focus on event meteorology. Andrew founded “Ironic” named in honor of Alanis Morissette in 2020 as the first global concierge event meteorology service, focusing on weddings, social, and corporate events. His journey in the event industry spans over 20 years, beginning with private event planning and gradually expanding into specialized roles in meteorology, crowd management, and risk mitigation. Since launching Ironic, he has had the pleasure of working with some of the largest names in wedding planning, including Bryan Rafanelli Events,...
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‘Fighting Imposter Syndrome' with Rebecca Yale of Rebecca Yale Photography
The Confetti Hour Podcast
Rebecca Yale is an internationally acclaimed destination wedding photographer and educator based in California. She was named one of the top wedding photographers in the world by Harper’s Bazaar and BRIDES and has been featured in 100+ publications including Martha Stewart Weddings, The Knot, and People Magazine. Rebecca is dedicated to empowering fellow creative entrepreneurs to find success by making intentional decisions for their art and business. You will hear all about Rebecca’s journey and she will be sharing tips on fighting imposter syndrome and battling the need for external...
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‘Prioritizing the Wedding Ceremony as the Most Important Part of the Day’ with Tanya Pushkine of The Vow Whisperer
The Confetti Hour Podcast
Tanya Pushkine born and raised in Brussels, Belgium to an American born musical conductor and German/Belgian painter. Upon moving to the USA, she was soon accepted to The Juilliard School’s Drama Division. Immediately upon graduation, she was selected to play Mozart’s wife in Amadeus on Broadway, followed by roles on television, stage and film in both Europe and the US. After a successful 10-year career, and the birth of two children, Tanya changed paths entirely and joined the corporate world with leading roles at LVMH, Sephora, L’Oréal, Barnes & Noble, Clarins and Nestle...
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‘Ego or Not to Ego’ with Josh Spiegel of Birch Event Design
The Confetti Hour Podcast
New York-based event designer Josh Spiegel of BIRCH began his career selling floral arrangements out of his father's balloon shop in Brooklyn. As founder and Chief Creative Officer of the high-touch decor, floral, and production company, Josh and the BIRCH team have globally transformed luxury spaces, creating awe-inspiring events that WOW—from weddings to celebrations around the world. As seen in Vogue, Harper's BAZAAR, People, Brides, and beyond. Featured Guest: Josh Spiegel of Birch Event Design Website: www.birchevents.com Instagram: @bircheventdesign,...
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‘Sales Isn't Scary: Bringing Sales Skills to the Wedding Industry’ with Robyn Miranda of Wedgewood Weddings
The Confetti Hour Podcast
Robyn's journey in the wedding industry is a blend of passion and professionalism. She started at Wedgewood Weddings as a Catering Sales Manager, orchestrating over 100 weddings annually. Since 2012, she's witnessed the company's remarkable growth to 60+ venues nationwide. Now, as the Director of Sales Training, Robyn is the driving force behind a team of 200+, spanning coordinators to sales directors. She empowers them with knowledge and skills, ranging from coordinating ceremonies to selling weddings successfully. Beyond work, she cherishes family time with her husband, 5-year-old, and...
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‘Knowing the Importance of your Channels and Why Website Analytics Matter’ with Persephone and Eduardo Maglaya
The Confetti Hour Podcast
Persephone Maglaya, Chief Executive Officer + Founder, and Eduardo Maglaya, Chief Data Officer of The Media Socialites, are passionate about empowering brands to take control of their narratives and unlock their potential for social growth and conversions. With a boutique approach to social media, TMS specializes in partnering with small to mid-sized businesses, helping them launch and grow across their digital marketing channels. At The Media Socialites, they are not just a team; they’re a family of unicorns, each bringing their own unique magic to the table. From art and creative...
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'Mastering the Conference Game' with Phillip Van Nostrand
The Confetti Hour Podcast
Phillip Van Nostrand is a photographer and life changing coach based out of New York City. He is an expert in capturing bright, cinematic lifestyle imagery in weddings, events, and commercial projects. He travels abroad once a year and has photographed 40+ countries. Published in the New York Times, Dwell Magazine, , Brides, Vogue, Style Me Pretty, Fast Company, Huffington Post, , Parade Magazine, The Knot NY, and was a Master Class speaker at WPPI in 2016, 2017, and 2019. Clients include Airbnb, Jose Cuervo, Ok Cupid, Louboutin, The New School, Venmo, Condé Nast, and more. You will...
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'Building a Strong Business Partnership' with Ashley Saffer of Baciare Events
The Confetti Hour Podcast
Ashley Saffer is an acclaimed wedding planner and designer with nearly two decades of experience across the wedding and hospitality industries. Her well-rounded knowledge makes her uniquely skilled at crafting full-service weddings where she expertly orchestrates each aspect of the couple’s celebration. Ashley is a sounding board that guides her clients throughout the planning and design process. She’s a master of strategy and stunning designs, and most of all, Ashley is a trusted partner to her clients. She eases their stress and ensures no detail is overlooked to create an unforgettable...
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'Become A Top 3% Firm - Launch Into Luxury' with Rachael Bozsik Johanson
The Confetti Hour Podcast
From the stages of Harvard Business School, to pages of Architectural Digest, Rachael is regarded as the in-demand Luxury Strategist for female entrepreneurs seeking to become a top 3% firm. Rachael stands for values and brands that last. With a storied career monetizing personal brands, she is celebrated for her coined & trademarked work surrounding the psychology of the "Velvet Rope." ™ Her goal? To launch her clients into luxury via "The Four P's" positioning, press, paid speaking and pipeline filling partnerships. Her standards are meticulous, her approach is...
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'Democratizing Luxury' with Kawania Wooten
The Confetti Hour Podcast
Kawania Wooten brings a unique mix of experience and skills to her businesses, Howerton+Wooten Events and the Enlightened Creative. Her vast experience in the hospitality world includes hotel management, casino and gaming, the culinary industry, and 30 years as a professional meeting and event planner for the Washington DC elite. Kawania strives for professionalism, creativity and impeccable organization within every function planned by the Howerton+Wooten Events team. She is an adjunct instructor in the Hospitality, Tourism, and Culinary Arts Department at Prince Georges Community College....
info_outlineYou will hear all about Gretchen Culver's journey and her thoughts on 'Trends in Business and Design for 2023.' We will finish up with 'What She Wishes Other Vendors Knew' and her 'Confetti Hour Confession.'
Featured Guest: Gretchen Culver with Rocket Science Events
Website: www.rocketscience.events
Instagram: @rocketscience.events | @tinyweddingsmpls
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With excitement for our new season, I also dropped my first INTENSIVE GUIDE for wedding planners in my shop! ‘A Guide to Creating A Process Driven Approach to Wedding Planning' is a 15-page step-by-step guide on creating a planning process for a wedding, no matter what style, budget, or kind of client you are serving! For a short time, I am offering it at an introductory rate of $129 until March 16th! To learn more, head to reneesabo.com/theshop.
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