In this week's episode of The Venue RX Podcast, host Jonathan Aymin is joined by Lindsay Barrows, a dynamic entrepreneur in the wedding industry. Lindsay shares her inspiring journey from an unexpected start in entrepreneurship to successfully managing three wedding venues and an event planning company. She reflects on overcoming challenges during the 2008 recession and emphasizes the importance of resilience, adaptability, and effective delegation. Lindsay dives into her operational philosophy of "automate, eliminate, and delegate," offering actionable insights for streamlining business processes. She also underscores the value of continuous learning, leveraging podcasts, and staying ahead with innovative marketing strategies. She provides a comprehensive look at what it takes to run a thriving wedding business.

About Our Guest: 

Lindsay Barrows, CEO (Chief Excitement Officer) of Custom Love Gifts & Events, has been a prominent figure in the wedding industry since 2010. In addition to founding Custom Love, she has established five other businesses within the wedding field, including All in the Details Event Planning, Something Borrowed by CLG Event Rentals, Mountain Mist Farm Wedding Venue, Wildflower Event Center, and The Loyston at Coppertop Estates. Lindsay is a professional speaker, having presented six times at the Wedding MBA Conference and the Event Industry Expo. She holds an MBA and a secondary Master’s degree in Human Resources from West Virginia University. She is also a Board Member of the Smoky Mountain Wedding Association. Lindsay is passionate about creating unforgettable wedding experiences, with her favorite moments being the First Look and seeing the wedding dress a client chooses. Outside of work, Lindsay enjoys spending time with her two daughters, cats, cheese, and her husband.

Find Her Here: 

Tel: 865.269.6705

Email: [email protected] 

Website: https://www.customlovegifts.com/ 

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

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/customlovegifts/?hl=en

Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@customlovegifts?_t=8kWATatwWPm&_r=1