In this episode of The Venue Rx Podcast, host Jonathan Aymin sits down with Mandi Young, owner of Juniper Gardens, a breathtaking garden wedding venue in southwest Missouri. Mandi opens up about her journey into venue ownership, highlighting the venue's distinctive mid-century modern design and the challenges she has overcome along the way. She shares personal anecdotes, including the meaningful story behind the venue's fireplace, and reflects on her experiences as a mother with a background in technical writing and project management. Mandi also dives into best practices for managing a wedding venue, highlighting the importance of fostering a warm and personalized experience for every couple.

About Our Guest: 

Juniper Gardens is a family-owned and operated business established by Mandi and Jesse Young. Their children, June and Carter, are also occasionally seen around the property, adding to the venue's welcoming, family-oriented atmosphere.

Mandi oversees the daily operations, social media, and marketing for the business. Her inspiring journey includes becoming a teen mom to a premature baby, earning multiple degrees, working as a project manager, renovating several homes with Jesse, and ultimately creating Juniper Gardens. She brings her passion for design, gardening, problem-solving, and mid-century modern aesthetics to every aspect of the venue.

Jesse and his team constructed both Juniper Gardens locations and continue to play a key role in ongoing improvements and projects, ensuring the venue maintains its exceptional standards.

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