Wedding Industry Insider

By Eddie Babbage

What's Wedding Industry Insider about?

Dig deep into the wedding industry with Eddie Babbage, the founder and CEO of Timeline Genius. In this podcast, Eddie interviews top figures in the wedding industry, bringing forth insights that you can apply to your own business and wedding planning.

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Wedding Industry Insider episodes:

04.23.2024
WII 140 - How Lisa DiBenedetto Grew From Free Party Planning to 6-Figure Weddings
Hear how Lisa started her wedding planning business, learned from her mistakes, and turned it into a thriving company rooted in kindness & service. Want more from Wedding Industry Insider? Check it out!
04.09.2024
WII 139 - An Advertising Plan That Pays Off with Mark Chapman
Mark Chapman is an online advertising pro - he’s got great advice to make sure you don’t start advertising too soon (or do it the wrong way!) Want more from Wedding Industry Insider? Check it out! ...
03.26.2024
WII 138 - Timeline Genius Deep Dive with Brooke Bowenschulte
You've heard us mention Timeline Genius, and today we're talking all about the benefits and features of this wedding planning software Want more from Wedding Industry Insider? Check it out!
03.12.2024
WII 137 – How to Use Data to Drive Growth with Shauna Smith
Shauna Smith will help you see data in a brand new light -- listen and learn how to make the best decisions for your business. Want more from Wedding Industry Insider? Check it out!
02.27.2024
WII 136 - Refining Your Foundation With Fallon Carter
You know a strong foundation is essential to running a successful wedding planning business. But when it’s time to refine or restructure, getting to the bottom of things can seem daunting. Fallon Carter of Fallon Carter Events is here to...
02.13.2024
WII 135 - Don Mamone’s Inspiring Journey to Authenticity
Identity coach Don Mamone has great advice for discovering your truest self, shining as an entrepreneur, and attracting the best clients. Want more from Wedding Industry Insider? Check it out!
01.30.2024
WII 134 - Leah Weinberg on Contracts and Breaking Up With Clients
Lawyer and former wedding planner Leah Weinberg gives us practical advice for navigating contracts, dealing with difficult clients, and managing entrepreneurship. Want more from Wedding Industry Insider? Check it out!
01.16.2024
WII 133 - Setting (& Changing!) Goals With Sam Jacobson
Sales and business expert Sam Jacobson shares great ideas to ensure your strategy and sales flow align with a completely up-to-date, true-to-you set of goals. Want more from Wedding Industry Insider? Check it out!
12.19.2023
WII 132 - Attracting Your Ideal Client with Emily Foster
Before we can create a picture-perfect website and soul-stirring copy, we’ve got to complete one must-do task: identifying our ideal client. Want more from Wedding Industry Insider? Check it out!
12.05.2023
WII 131: Kate Murtaugh Embraces Community & Motherhood as a Wedding Planner
Expert wedding planner Kate Murtaugh found success by viewing fellow planners as her community, not her “competition.” Want more from Wedding Industry Insider? Check it out!
11.21.2023
WII 130 - Kristin Banta on Design, Point of View, and Taking Risks
How can you stand out in a saturated market and land your dream clients? According to Kristin Banta, it's your point of view. Listen to Kristin's 2016 interview with Eddie here. Want more from Wedding Industry Insider? Check it out!
11.21.2023
WII 130 – Kristin Banta on Design, Point of View, and Taking Risks
In a market saturated with wedding planners and designers, how can you stand out and land your dream clients? According to Kristin Banta, it’s your point of view. This is your intrinsic way of seeing the world that makes your...
11.07.2023
WII 129 - Finding Freedom by Budgeting with LoriAnn Kuntz
LoriAnn Kuntz joins us to talk all about money, budgeting, and financial planning in a way that’s exciting and easy to digest. LoriAnn offers all kinds of great advice, both as an entrepreneur and a finance expert. Here are some...
11.07.2023
WII 129 – Finding Freedom by Budgeting with LoriAnn Kuntz
You didn’t start your wedding planning business because you wanted to balance books and calculate finances. But not having a firm grasp on your accounting can hinder your growth and cause a ton of unnecessary stress. So you need to...
10.24.2023
WII 128 - Andrea Liebross on the “Messy Middle” of Entrepreneurship
Life & business coach Andrea Liebross helps us move through the "messy middle" of entrepreneurship so we can reach freedom and growth. Here are some of our favorite parts of this great interview: Andrea provides concrete action steps you...
10.23.2023
WII 128 – Andrea Liebross on the ‘Messy Middle’ of Entrepreneurship
You’re making strides in your wedding planning business, and it’s starting to look how you envisioned. But how does it feel? Are you finding joy and balance in all aspects of your business? Oftentimes, creative entrepreneurs see the profits they...
10.10.2023
WII 127 – Steven Greitzer Talks about AI for Wedding Planners
Are you eager to use AI to enhance your wedding planning business, or are you avoiding artificial intelligence altogether? No matter where you are with AI, today’s episode is for you. We’re finally talking all about this technology and how...
10.10.2023
WII 127 - Steven Greitzer Talks about AI for Wedding Planners
No matter where you are with AI, today’s episode is for you. We’re talking all about this technology and how it will affect wedding planners. Steven Greitzer's unique position as a tech entrepreneur and wedding officiant means he has great...
09.26.2023
WII 126: A Marketing Strategy in Minutes with Tayler Cusick Hollman
On today’s episode of Wedding Industry Insider, Tayler Cusick Hollman shares her wisdom about mindset for small business owners and then offers a step-by-step crash course on marketing. Here’s some of what Tayler covers in this great interview: The...
09.12.2023
WII 125: James x Schulze Tell Us How to Book Luxury Weddings
“Who are you?” “What do you need?” “How can I help you reach your goals?” These are the kinds of questions that can elevate your business and bring you closer to your dream clients. In today’s episode of Wedding Industry...
09.09.2023
WII 125: How to Book Luxury Weddings with James x Schulze
Luxury photographers James x Schulze tell us how building authentic relationships can help you book more creative and high-paying weddings. Want more from Wedding Industry Insider? Check it out!
08.29.2023
WII 124 – Branding (in 4 Simple Steps!) with Kaleigh Wiese
“Your brand is your reputation.” For some wedding planners, branding is one of the most fun parts of being a creative entrepreneur. But for others, it seems like a daunting, out-of-reach process. No matter where you are with your branding,...
08.29.2023
WII 124 - Branding (in 4 Simple Steps!) with Kaleigh Wiese
"Your brand is your reputation." In this episode, Kaleigh shares a four-step guide for branding your wedding planning business. Remember to check out Wedding Industry Insider for more resources!
08.15.2023
WII 123: Crafting Enchanting Wedding Experiences With Ashley Smith
Discover Ashley's passion for crafting mesmerizing, personalized celebrations filled with adventure and authenticity! Remember to check out Wedding Industry Insider for more resources!
08.01.2023
WII 122: Diana Ganz on Her Approach to Growing a Successful Business
Listen as industry leader Diana Ganz shares the story behind SuitShop and what you can do to successfully grow your business! Remember to check out Wedding Industry Insider for more resources!
07.11.2023
WII 121: Master Your Budget with Cash Flow Management Tips from Danielle Hendon
Many entrepreneurs stress the cash flow of their seasonal service-based businesses. But in this episode, you'll learn what to do instead. And make sure you check out these other resources!
06.27.2023
WII 120: Brigid Horne-Nestor on Strategically Targeting Your Ideal Clients
Ready to propel your business forward? Then don’t miss today’s episode with an industry leader who was also instrumental in the founding of Timeline Genius! Brigid Horne-Nestor is the owner of i-do Weddings & Events. Brigid has over 25 years...
06.22.2023
WII 120: Brigid Horne-Nestor On Strategically Targeting Your Ideal Clients
In this episode, industry expert Brigid Horne-Nestor joins Timeline Genius Founder & CEO Eddie Babbage: listen as they talk about how to dentify your ideal clients, implement targeted marketing strategies, and adopt a pricing approach that works for you! And...
05.18.2023
WII 119: Insights from Rob Farrow for Wedding Industry Professionals
Ready to embrace the spirit of collaboration and tech in the wed-space? Then tune in for success tips from this well-known wed-tech entrepreneur and industry expert! Rob Farrow is the CEO of Aisle Planner, which he founded with his wife, Christina....
05.17.2023
WII 119: Insights from Rob Farrow for Wedding Industry Professionals
Tune in for this episode with Rob Farrow, Founder and CEO of Aisle Planner! In it, Rob talks about leveraging the principles that have guided Aisle Planner' success. And remember to check out your special offer from Timeline Genius!
05.02.2023
WII 118: Elisabeth Kramer on Making the Industry Better for Everyone
Elisabeth Kramer is a wedding coordinator in Portland, Oregon, who works to make weddings more inclusive, diverse, equitable, accessible, and sustainable. She is also the co-founder of Altared, a space for wedding vendors who want to change the wedding industry....
04.24.2023
WII 117: Sara McCall on Building a Reputation That Gets the Attention of Your Clients
While this guest booked her first wedding for $450 and used her mom as free labor, today her company grosses 1.5 million a year. To hear more, click play to tune in! Sara McCall is the Founder & CEO of Stunning...
04.19.2023
WII 117: Sara McCall on Building a Reputation That Gets the Attention of Your Clients
Wedding planner and Stunning and Brilliant Events franchise owner Sara McCall joins this episode to share what you can do in your marketing to better reach your audience. Be sure to get more from WII here!
04.11.2023
WII 116: Jamie Wolfer Challenges You to Take Ownership of Your Relationship with Your Business
In this episode Jamie Wolfer of Wolfer & Co tackles the issues that hold you back and gives you tips for taking ownership of your business. Don't forget to visit the Wedding Industry Insider podcast!
04.04.2023
WII 115: Sunna Yassin and Mollie Jones Share the Success Mindset You Need
Listen as Sunna Yassin and Mollie Jones of Bash Please, named on Brides Best Planner's List, share about the mindset you need for success. Want more from Wedding Industry Insider? Check it out!
03.21.2023
WII 114: Use These Resources to Take Control of Your Financial Reality
Ready to take a new look at how you manage your personal and professional finances? Use these resources to take help you take control! Check out https://www.timelinegenius.com/podcast for more from WII!
03.07.2023
WII 113: How to Leverage TikTok for Your Event Planning Business
Wondering if you should use TikTok? Learn how you can use it to share about yourself and your business in order to gain brand awareness. Featuring Meagan Culkin of the Magnolia Collective. Snag the free download she shares for How...
02.22.2023
WII 112: Andrea Eppolito on How to Define Yourself as the Best for Your Ideal Client
In this episode, Andrea Eppolito talks about how she built her luxury event planning business, specifically in terms of how she presented herself and strategized with colleagues.
02.07.2023
WII 111: Brian Green Breaks Down How to Build Your Brand
If you want to build your brand, then you must get strategic about the messaging that you’re putting out in the universe. So get started now with key lessons from this episode’s esteemed guest! Brian Green is the Chief Event...
02.07.2023
WII 111: How to Build Your Brand - Featuring Brian Green
Building your brand but not standing out? Brian Green of By BrianGreen explains why you need to present your authentic self throughout your messaging. Get your Top 50 Wedding Business Grown and Empowerment Tips
11.22.2022
WII 110: Add Online Wedding Rentals to Offer Your Clients More – with Marie Kubin
Do you love wedding décor? Or enjoy creating both the layout and the look of floor plans? If your answer is yes, then don’t miss this episode! Because today’s guest is all about rentals, especially in terms of what it...
11.22.2022
WII 110: Add Online Wedding Rentals to Offer Your Clients More - with Marie Kubin
If you're a wedding planner who loves decor and wants to scale, then don't miss this episode about the leader in online wedding rentals! In this episode, Marie Kubin of Rent My Wedding details how she started her business and...
11.08.2022
WII 109: The Marketing Secret to Use in Your Messaging – with Kate Storey
Today’s guest first joined us in Episode 79 to share 4 steps to increase website conversions. Now, she’s back to help you create and market your unique story. Kate Storey and her husband Nick are co-owners of Book More Brides, a...
11.06.2022
WII 109: The Marketing Secret to Use in Your Messaging - with Kate Storey
Want to stop forcing your marketing and instead make it work for you? Learn how to draw more clients by adding your unique story to your marketing messaging on your website and social channels!
10.25.2022
WII 108: Don’t Waste Your Life Not Being Yourself – with Jove Meyer
Judged for being gay, he grew up hating himself and trying to be someone else. But after years of pretending, he learned that being himself was not only inherently good but also that it authentically fueled his business. Now, he...
10.25.2022
WII 108: Don’t Waste Your Life Not Being Yourself - with Jove Meyer
If you're struggling to find your way, Jove Meyer reminds you to ditch the comparison game. Listen as he talks about his journey from self-hate to self-love and explains why he encourages you to be yourself!
10.11.2022
WII 107: Ashley Ebert Shares the 4 Laws of Leadership for Positive Influence
Did you know that leaders are made, not born? Learn the 4 laws of leadership that can help you build your team and create positive influence! Show Notes: Apply for the next 12-wk intensive program with The Abundance Group,...
09.27.2022
WII 106: Gain Control of Your Business One SOP at a Time, with Irene Tyndale
Take control of your business by mapping out your standard operating procedures (SOPs) and by knowing the difference between your mission and vision. Listen to Irene Tyndale draw on her 20+ year career to share what she did that you...
09.13.2022
WII 105: Nikki Begg On Why You Should Be Kinder to Yourself
Exploring the lessons from her 23 years as a wedding planner, Nikki Begg talks about being kind to yourself and owning your own happiness. Further, she shares why coaching is her new calling.
08.30.2022
WII 104: Stick Your Foot in the Door Before it Shuts – with Megan Gillikin
Imagine that you not only quit your job but also took out a small business loan. In addition to that, you’ve only been married for 3 weeks. And then you learn the business you bought is basically sinking. What do...

What's Wedding Industry Insider about?

Download our free app to listen on your phone

Wedding Industry Insider episodes:

WII 140 - How Lisa DiBenedetto Grew From Free Party Planning to 6-Figure Weddings

WII 139 - An Advertising Plan That Pays Off with Mark Chapman

WII 138 - Timeline Genius Deep Dive with Brooke Bowenschulte

WII 137 – How to Use Data to Drive Growth with Shauna Smith

WII 136 - Refining Your Foundation With Fallon Carter

WII 135 - Don Mamone’s Inspiring Journey to Authenticity

WII 134 - Leah Weinberg on Contracts and Breaking Up With Clients

WII 133 - Setting (& Changing!) Goals With Sam Jacobson

WII 132 - Attracting Your Ideal Client with Emily Foster

WII 131: Kate Murtaugh Embraces Community & Motherhood as a Wedding Planner

WII 130 - Kristin Banta on Design, Point of View, and Taking Risks

WII 130 – Kristin Banta on Design, Point of View, and Taking Risks

WII 129 - Finding Freedom by Budgeting with LoriAnn Kuntz

WII 129 – Finding Freedom by Budgeting with LoriAnn Kuntz

WII 128 - Andrea Liebross on the “Messy Middle” of Entrepreneurship

WII 128 – Andrea Liebross on the ‘Messy Middle’ of Entrepreneurship

WII 127 – Steven Greitzer Talks about AI for Wedding Planners

WII 127 - Steven Greitzer Talks about AI for Wedding Planners

WII 126: A Marketing Strategy in Minutes with Tayler Cusick Hollman

WII 125: James x Schulze Tell Us How to Book Luxury Weddings

WII 125: How to Book Luxury Weddings with James x Schulze

WII 124 – Branding (in 4 Simple Steps!) with Kaleigh Wiese

WII 124 - Branding (in 4 Simple Steps!) with Kaleigh Wiese

WII 123: Crafting Enchanting Wedding Experiences With Ashley Smith

WII 122: Diana Ganz on Her Approach to Growing a Successful Business

WII 121: Master Your Budget with Cash Flow Management Tips from Danielle Hendon

WII 120: Brigid Horne-Nestor on Strategically Targeting Your Ideal Clients

WII 120: Brigid Horne-Nestor On Strategically Targeting Your Ideal Clients

WII 119: Insights from Rob Farrow for Wedding Industry Professionals

WII 119: Insights from Rob Farrow for Wedding Industry Professionals

WII 118: Elisabeth Kramer on Making the Industry Better for Everyone

WII 117: Sara McCall on Building a Reputation That Gets the Attention of Your Clients

WII 117: Sara McCall on Building a Reputation That Gets the Attention of Your Clients

WII 116: Jamie Wolfer Challenges You to Take Ownership of Your Relationship with Your Business

WII 115: Sunna Yassin and Mollie Jones Share the Success Mindset You Need

WII 114: Use These Resources to Take Control of Your Financial Reality

WII 113: How to Leverage TikTok for Your Event Planning Business

WII 112: Andrea Eppolito on How to Define Yourself as the Best for Your Ideal Client

WII 111: Brian Green Breaks Down How to Build Your Brand

WII 111: How to Build Your Brand - Featuring Brian Green

WII 110: Add Online Wedding Rentals to Offer Your Clients More – with Marie Kubin

WII 110: Add Online Wedding Rentals to Offer Your Clients More - with Marie Kubin

WII 109: The Marketing Secret to Use in Your Messaging – with Kate Storey

WII 109: The Marketing Secret to Use in Your Messaging - with Kate Storey

WII 108: Don’t Waste Your Life Not Being Yourself – with Jove Meyer

WII 108: Don’t Waste Your Life Not Being Yourself - with Jove Meyer

WII 107: Ashley Ebert Shares the 4 Laws of Leadership for Positive Influence

WII 106: Gain Control of Your Business One SOP at a Time, with Irene Tyndale

WII 105: Nikki Begg On Why You Should Be Kinder to Yourself

WII 104: Stick Your Foot in the Door Before it Shuts – with Megan Gillikin