In this episode of The Venue Blueprint Series our hosts Jonathan Aymin and Lindsay Lucas discuss the transformation of a family property into a wedding venue. Together, they dig into the complexities of managing such a venture while residing on the property and navigating family dynamics. Key discussion points include establishing clear roles, setting boundaries, and managing expectations among family members. They emphasize the importance of effective communication during the transition of ownership and management. Lindsay emphasizes the necessity of adopting a business-oriented mindset, conducting regular role assessments, and implementing succession planning strategies. The conversation extends to topics such as marketing strategies, sales tactics, operational considerations, and the unique challenges of working within a family dynamic. They advocate for a strategic and proactive approach to ensure the long-term success of the venue. 

About Our Hosts: 

Lindsay Lucas: 

Website: https://thelindsaylucas.com/

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

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

Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/thelindsaylucas/

The Venue Academy: https://shop.thelindsaylucas.com/checkout/cart 

Lindsay works directly with wedding venue owners, demystifying the process of running a profitable, sustainable wedding venue and guiding owners towards a business that suits their needs. Since 2016, Lindsay has assisted over 700 venue owners in securing funding, achieving sustainable growth, and navigating various challenges. Her client portfolio includes venues that have generated over $46 million in revenue over the past six years.

Jonathan Aymin 

Website:https://www.cseventservices.com/ 

https://csevenues.com/ 

https://www.thevenuerx.com/

https://www.wevahub.com/ 

Address: 251 North City Drive San Marcos, CA 92078

Email: [email protected] 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathan-aymin-065aa679/

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

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd5m3xiVauCEvQPPaVWraIg

Jonathan embarked on his journey into Venue Management with the launch of a single San Diego wedding venue. His path led him to expand his ventures to encompass multiple venues in multiple states, all the while trailblazing The Venue Rx Podcast/YouTube channel to ignite inspiration within the wedding professional community.

In addition, Jonathan serves as the visionary founder behind WEVA, the first national Wedding & Event Venue Association. This esteemed professional association is dedicated to venue owners and operators, offering unrivaled networking opportunities, valuable resources, and comprehensive education tailored to the venue industry.