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97 THE NEXT LEVEL: Jennifer Zabinski: High-Touch Planning
In this episode, Andy and Melissa discuss Andy’s interview with Jennifer Zabinski, of JZ Events. Jennifer’s interview presented so many tangible takeaways for other Designers, so listen in and learn the biggest takeaways from this episode.
96 Jennifer Zabinski: High-Touch Planning
This week’s episode features Jennifer Zabinski of JZ Events. Jennifer is a dedicated and talented wedding planner, known for being cool under pressure, great with communication and always looks out for the vendors while honoring the clients.
95 THE NEXT LEVEL: Ceci Johnson: Designing Stationery, Lifestyle and Business
On today’s show, Andy has Sean Low joining as a guest co-host. Today’s episode focuses on all of the nuggets that can be extracted from Ceci Johnson’s interview.
94 Ceci Johnson: Designing Stationery, Lifestyle and Business
This episode features Ceci Johnson of Ceci New York. We have the privilege to listen to how Ceci built her business from the ground up. Ceci of New York is an artist and designer of not only invitations and stationery but art and branding materials as well. Ceci tells stories of her client’s life in her design of invitations and stationery, and about being in the business of happiness.
93 THE NEXT LEVEL: Ines and Veronica Di Santo: Bridal Couture Brilliance
On today’s show, Andy and Melissa are joined by Julie Sabatino of The Stylish Bride podcast on The Wedding Biz Network. Today’s discussion centers on Ines and Veronica DiSanto’s show.
92 Ines and Veronica Di Santo: Bridal Couture Brilliance
On today’s show we hear from Ines and Veronica of Ines Di Santo, a bridal and evening gown couture dress designer. We learn how Ines grew up with the deep creative passion to having her business now.
91 THE NEXT LEVEL: Pablo Oliveira: Combining Business Savvy with Impeccable Design
In today’s episode of THE NEXT LEVEL, Andy and Melissa join forces to discuss all of the amazing insights from Pablo Oliveira’s episode. Pablo has a unique niche in the wedding industry and he’s managed to rise to the very top of his game and he works with many high profile clients.
90 Pablo Oliveira: Combining Business Savvy with Impeccable Design
Pablo Oliveira’s work is so elegant and sophisticated, his portfolio images alone are a feast for the eyes. Nuage Designs, the name of Pablo’s company, is growing internationally. From royal weddings to inaugural balls, Nuage Designs has been dressing the tables of some of the most prestigious events globally including Chelsea Clinton’s Wedding.
89 THE NEXT LEVEL: Preston Bailey: Part 2 Interview
In this episode of THE NEXT LEVEL, Andy and Melissa are focused on the most impactful parts of Preston Bailey’s second interview with Andy. Preston has been in the wedding business almost 40 years, so he has a tremendous amount of knowledge to share.
88 Preston Bailey: Part 2 Interview
We’re so excited to have Preston Bailey as a returning guest today. We take a deep dive into Preston’s business, his success and what he’s planning as his next act!
87 THE NEXT LEVEL: Abby + Tait Larson: Saving Style Me Pretty
In this episode of THE NEXT LEVEL, Andy and Melissa are breaking down lessons learned from Abby and Tait Larsen of Style Me Pretty.
Abby and Tait have had a journey that most bloggers will never experience – being bought by AOL and eventually on the chopping block, but given the chance to take their business back and make it better than ever.
86 Abby + Tait Larson: Saving Style Me Pretty
To get the full scoop on one of the hottest topics in the world of wedding inspiration, we are invited into the home of Abby & Tait Larson to learn more about their story, and the oh so popular wedding resource: Style Me Pretty.
85 THE NEXT LEVEL with Sean Low Discussing Bryan Rafanelli and Telling Clients’ Stories Through Event Design
Today’s episode of THE NEXT LEVEL is a very special one! For the first time in TNL history, we have a guest co-host. Since Melissa Fancy is on vacation, Andy has the incredibly smart and insightful Sean Lowe as his guest co-host today. Sean is the founder and President of The Business of Being Creative.
84 Bryan Rafanelli: REVISIT – Telling Clients’ Stories Through Event Design
REVISIT: If you’ve ever felt family pressure to pursue a certain career, then you can relate to today’s guest. When he realized the careers his family had chosen were not for him, he didn’t let it stop him. Today, you’ll hear the story of forging a completely new path and struggling, but being determined enough to succeed at the highest levels, as told by the amazing Bryan Rafanelli!
83 THE NEXT LEVEL: Cindy Novotny: Mastering Motivation
Buckle your seat belts because this episode of THE NEXT LEVEL is quite a ride. Andy and Melissa dig deeper into the amazing interview with Cindy Novotny, Founder of Master Connection Associates – this show is full of actionable items! Join us if you are ready for some truth bombs!
82 Cindy Novotny: Mastering Motivation
As anyone knows, sometimes we need a little motivation, a push in the right direction. Maybe we’re not as focused as we need to be and just need someone to motivate us to reach our potential.
Cindy Novotny is with us today, and she’s here to give some of her signature “straight talk” advice. Listen in and find out why you should embrace public speaking, set goals, and stay focused on what you want out of your life.
81 THE NEXT LEVEL: Norma Cohen: Building A Thriving Business Within A Community
In today’s episode, Andy and Melissa dig into the interview with Norma Cohen. If you haven’t listened to Norma’s full interview, you definitely should go back and listen.
Norma is a very unique planner. She’s been working in her community since she was a child and she’s spent years building those relationships that have been the bulk of her business!
80 Norma Cohen: Building A Thriving Business Within A Community
If there’s anyone who knows all the ins and outs of party planning, it’s Norma Cohen. Norma started planning parties on her own for her friends when she was only 12 years old. Later, she became the youngest female, at 16, on an Executive Board of Directors of the community center. And at 18 she opened her own business, Party Expressions. Listen in to find out why, after several attempts to leave the business, she just couldn’t keep away for long.