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Don’t forget the best 🎁 gift of all… The o

Don’t forget the best 🎁 gift of all…

The one that gives you the business you’ve been dreaming of.

💗Join us at #stateoftheweddingindustry #masterminddinner #passportpro for all these gifts and more:

🎁 New insights to grow your business

🎁 New friendors to collab and support

🎁 New opportunities to book your ideal clients

🎁 New strategies to tackle your struggles and goals

And all within a community of kindness, no-ego networking, and zero gatekeeping info where everyone is welcome.

Spaces are limited at each location so be sure to get your tickets now and save your seat.

@stateoftheweddingindustry is a local-focused event that brings insights, connection and community to energize you for the year ahead.

Mastermind Dinner is after State of the Wedding Industry to continue the conversations, connections and provide an opportunity for group coaching to introduce new strategies and plans to move the needle in your business.

@passport_weddings #passportpro is the only US-based B2B conference dedicated to destination weddings. Join the conversations happening at the top to learn with and from the industry’s biggest names in destination weddings. The world is changing fast and you need these collective insights to stay ahead.

Where will we see you?

Jan 6: Boston
Jan 8: Baltimore
Jan 12: Brooklyn
Jan 14: Passport Pro NYC
Jan 20: Denver
Jan 22: Tampa Bay
Jan 24: Riviera Maya
Jan 27: Cleveland
Feb 2: SoCal
Feb 4: Passport Pro SoCal
Feb 9-10: Vancouver
Feb 26: Hudson Valley
Feb 27: DC
March 5: London
March 9: Chicago
March 11: Passport Pro Chicago
March 16-17: Toronto
March 19: Philly

📣 With more locations to be announced soon!

🔗 Link for 🎟️ in our bio ☝🏽

Networking…but make it fun, you say? ✅ Done.

Networking…but make it fun, you say?

✅ Done.

Education…but make it practical?

✅ Also done.

@stateoftheweddingindustry is equal parts networking event and equal parts practical education with insights and open conversations, no gatekeeping info, real talk and no-ego networking.

We created this to be something where everyone is welcome, you don’t have to know anyone before attending, and all you need to make your time at #stateoftheweddingindustry successful is a kind and open heart.

If you are ready to start your new year off right (even before it starts!), grab your ticket to both State of the Wedding Industry and 🍽️ Mastermind Dinner (after SOTWI) in a city near you. 👀 see below for dates👇🏽

And if you do destination weddings, join us and our international friendors at @passport_weddings , the only US-based B2B conference for the destination wedding industry. 🗓️ NYC Jan 14, SoCal Feb 4, Chicago March 11.

Jan 6: Boston
Jan 8: Baltimore
Jan 12: Brooklyn
Jan 14: Passport Pro NYC
Jan 20: Denver
Jan 22: Tampa Bay
Jan 24: Riviera Maya
Jan 27: Cleveland
Feb 2: SoCal
Feb 4: Passport Pro SoCal
Feb 10-11: Vancouver
Feb 26: Hudson Valley
Feb 27: DC
March 5: London
March 9: Chicago
March 11: Passport Pro Chicago
March 16-17: Toronto
March 19: Philly

📣 With more locations to be announced soon!

🔗 Link for 🎟️ in our bio ☝🏽

🎉Event team credits in comments

😍 Take me back! Just over a month ago we had

😍 Take me back!

Just over a month ago we had the absolute pleasure of staying at @palazzo_castri1874 #palazzocastri in #florence for our @passport_weddings Creative Editorial Workshop .

From the historical but modern accommodations, DELICIOUS breakfast, amazing spa, beautiful gardens, and excellent staff, nothing was lacking.

It was a pleasure staying there and we cannot wait to return!

🇨🇦While I loved the poutine, it wasn’t my

🇨🇦While I loved the poutine, it wasn’t my favorite thing about #montreal …

My favorite thing was the people. 💗

The #weddingpros at @stateoftheweddingindustry #masterminddinner @passport_weddings #passportconnections weren’t just there to get something for themselves, they came to give back to each other as a community should.

🎉 The panelists were open and honest with their insights and advice - no gatekeeping - and it carried on through to the #masterminddinner at @jacopo_mtl after #stateoftheweddingindustry .

💞It was an amazing 2 days of 3 events all structured to provide advice, support, connection, community and collaboration for future successes.

Huge thanks to our amazing event team led by @eventsbypaigeligris at the gorgeous venues by @graycollection @espacevieuxport @eventsbygraycollection

We cannot wait to return!

🗓️ And we can’t wait for our other 2026 locations - #shopsmall and support yourself and us on this Small Business Saturday and save your seat at both State of the Wedding Industry and Mastermind Dinner and also for Passport Pro at one of our upcoming locations:

Jan 6: Boston
Jan 8: Baltimore
Jan 12: Brooklyn
Jan 14: Passport Pro NYC
Jan 20: Denver
Jan 22: Tampa Bay
Jan 24: Riviera Maya
Jan 27: Cleveland
Feb 2: SoCal
Feb 4: Passport Pro SoCal
Feb 10-11: Vancouver
Feb 26: Hudson Valley
Feb 27: DC
March 9: Chicago
March 11: Passport Pro Chicago
March 16-17: Toronto
March 19: Philly

📣 With more locations to be announced soon!

🔗 Link for 🎟️ in our bio ☝🏽

🫶🏽 Event team in comments

I have to be honest… @wimforevent was not what I

I have to be honest… @wimforevent was not what I expected.

It was so much more. 🎉

Learning from and with the most wonderful Italian event industry professionals and finding ways to connect and collaborate was invigorating.

Grazie Mille to Tommaso and the team at @wimforevent for caring about the future of the events industry in Italy and for inviting me and our delegation to be a part of this representing the US, Canada and UK.

To all our new friends, it is an honor to know you and we are very excited to welcome you at Passport Pro @passport_weddings in the US soon.

We are also looking forward to welcoming Tommaso and WIM to NYC for a WIM Tea event Jan 13th as well as to Passport Pro NYC January 14th as he will be one of our speakers.

To the WIM team @corsini.events_group @cogito_strategies , congratulations and grazie mille for all the hard work you poured into making this such a beautiful event. 💗

If you are interested in joining us for next year’s event, Nov 18-20, 2026, or to attend WIM Tea NYC or Passport Pro NYC, DM me to save your spot!

Photos: @fotorighi

✈️ Ready to join us? 🌍

October recap:

3️⃣ countries 🇮🇹🇬🇧🇲🇹

5️⃣ cities

5️⃣ events of ours

1️⃣ conference attended

4️⃣ flights 🛫

And more to come for this month:

WTM London
Sicily FAM+ Retreat
Florence FAM+ Retreat
WIM Conference
Montréal: @stateoftheweddingindustry @passport_weddings #masterminddinner
Riviera Maya: @stateoftheweddingindustry @passport_weddings #masterminddinner

And check out our 2026 locations on our website!

🎉 Links to join us in our bio 💗

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Looking for destination wedding pros! 🎉 🤔 D

Looking for destination wedding pros! 🎉

🤔 Do you want to:
• do more #destinationweddings ?
• meet, network, and collaborate with pros who do destination weddings?
• learn from the TOP industry professionals doing high-end luxury destination weddings around the globe?
• be a part of the conversations and connect with the top destination #weddingpros ?

✈️ If so, then you cannnot miss @passport_weddings #passportpro — the ONLY US based B2B conference specifically for destination wedding professionals of all categories.

NYC: Jan 14
SoCal: Feb 4
Chicago: March 11

🎟️ Be in the room where it happens. Listen and learn from the best, have lunch and dinner conversations with the speakers and discover your new wedding community to elevate and grow your weddings around the world.

✅ Link to register in bio 👆🏽

✨Truly a night to remember by @sicily_for_weddin

✨Truly a night to remember by @sicily_for_weddings celebrating the WE DO conference!

😍 This recap edit created by @pantarheiwedding , the geniuses behind the design of the evening and the exquisite decor and floral design. 🔥

💗 Loved all the connections, collaborations conversations and experiences learning about Sicily and partners from all over Italy 🇮🇹!

Stay tuned for more from our new friends and upcoming Italy events!

✈️ Plus some of our Italian friends will be joining us at @passport_weddings #passportpro conference, the only B2B conference in the US for destination wedding pros, to network with the best US destination wedding professionals! Info and register via the link in our bio!

NYC Jan 14
SoCal Feb 4
Chicago March 11

🧳 If you want to register for our FAMs to Italy or other countries, see the link in our bio for the application.

🙏🏽 Grazie mille e bravissima to the creative partners team!

@weddingsicily
@pantarheiwedding
@eclittica_creating_emotions
@sposimagazine
@dolcesiracusabywyndham
@banquetocatering
@castellodelsolacium @cantine_pupillo
@borgotancredinoto
@federicofaraciwedding
@framefilm_
@cucina_manipura
@webvoxagency
@sicily_for_weddings

🇬🇧Such an incredible group at London Passpor

🇬🇧Such an incredible group at London Passport Connections: State of the Destination Wedding Industry at @parkhyattlondonriverthames ! Love this recap video by @deneemotion !

From the amazing and insightful panelists @roberta_burcheri_events @aflairtorememberevent @mayajain_insta @annaina.app @beyondweddings_ @alisonhargreaves23 to the incredibly talented wedding planners, suppliers and venues who attended, the event was full of lightbulb moments, connections through deep conversations, and tons of laughter from relatable stories that only #weddingpros fully understand.

Afterwards, we had an intimate dinner for Mastermind Dinner, a chance for thought-provoking goal setting, honest feedback, specific strategy to provide structure for both right now and in the future, and overwhelming clarity and excitement to reach your goals.

@passport_weddings Passport Connections isn’t just for those who want to travel and do weddings, it is also for those who want to learn how to market to and attract inbound couples coming to your local area to get married.

🇨🇦 Our next @stateoftheweddingindustry , Mastermind Dinner and Passport Connections is in Montreal Nov 25-26!

And for those who are ready for 2026, our dates and locations are on our website with more added every week!

➡️ Link in our bio for 🎟️

And if you didn’t catch the great photos from the event by @nadine_van_biljon , check out our last post!

🚨Attn #montreal #weddingpros ! We are so excit

🚨Attn #montreal #weddingpros !

We are so excited for our speakers next month at @stateoftheweddingindustry @passport_weddings in Montreal at @espacevieuxport @graycollection with @eventsbypaigeligris Nov 25-26!

No matter what category of wedding professional you are ( #weddingplanner #weddingphotographer #weddingflorist #weddingdesigner #weddingvenue #weddinghairandmakeup #weddingofficiant #weddingstationery #weddingdj #weddingentertainment and more - you are not only welcome but will absolutely benefit by attending.

So much knowledge and insight will be shared about both the local Montreal market and international destination wedding industry over the 2 days and 3 events: #stateoftheweddingindustry #masterminddinner #passportconnections ! @seaandsilkevents @kerstinhahnphotography @beyondthehearts @elynakudish @daniellewpic @wpicinc @raphaellegranger @diamondsdestinationweddings

If you are ready to take your business to the next level, learn and connect with like-minded wedding professionals, and get actionable advice for growing your business, you cannot afford to miss this.

🎟️ are limited - 🔗 link in bio 👆🏽

🎉 Hope to meet you in person there!

🚨UK Destination Wedding Suppliers! 🇬🇧 Do

🚨UK Destination Wedding Suppliers! 🇬🇧

Don’t miss the only B2B destination wedding industry conference Oct 16th at @parkhyattlondonriverthames to get the inside scoop on all things #destinationweddings from the industry’s best!

✈️ Learn about what’s driving location choices for destination weddings, what mistakes you’re making in your marketing to couples planning destination weddings, and the insights required to build a successful business beyond borders.

Whether you are #destinationweddingplanners , #destinationweddingphotographers , #destinationweddingmakeupartist or any other category for couples creating their perfect #destinationwedding , you cannot miss this opportunity to learn, discover, connect and experience at @passport_weddings .

📍 Park Hyatt London River Thames
🗓️ Oct 16, 2025
🕰️ 16.30-19.30

Link for Tickets 🎟️ in bio 👆🏽

🍽️ Mastermind Dinner
20.00-22.00
*limited seat available for those serious about moving their business to the next level

🇬🇧 London Wedding Pros + Travel Agents! 📣

🇬🇧 London Wedding Pros + Travel Agents! 📣 Ready for the inside scoop about destination weddings and wedding-related romance travel?

✈️ Destination weddings continue to shape the future of luxury events — but how do you stay ahead of global trends, client expectations, and business opportunities?

Join us for an exclusive afternoon of insights, networking, and strategy with leading destination wedding planners, photographers, and other pros, followed by our Mastermind Dinner, an intimate group coaching experience designed to help you map the next steps for your business growth.

Passport Connections: State of the Destination Wedding Industry
📍 London · Park Hyatt London River Thames @parkhyattlondonriverthames
📅 October 16, 2025
🕰️ 16.30-19.30

🌍 What to Expect:

-Panel discussion with top international wedding planners and industry leaders @alisonhargreaves23 @guidesforbrides @mayajain_insta @annaina.app @roberta_burcheri_events @aflairtorememberevent

-Networking with luxury peers and industry pros

-Actionable strategies to expand into the destination market

-Mastermind Dinner: a private, curated session over dinner with elite professionals after Passport Connections (separate ticket)

🎟️ Seats are limited — and this is the only UK-based B2B event dedicated to destination weddings - you do not want to miss this!

✅ Reserve your ticket today via link in our bio 👆🏽

@passport_weddings #passportconnections @stateoftheweddingindustry #stateofthedestinationweddingindustry

🇮🇹 When you want your #destinationwedding in

🇮🇹 When you want your #destinationwedding in Italy to have a mix of luxury, history, Michelin-rated gastronomy, and multiple venues and vistas all on the same property on the Amalfi Coast, you choose @giardinidelfuenti @voltadelfuenti @rivadelfuenti @caveaudelfuenti .

It truly is a world to discover with multiple areas all breathtaking and beautiful but different. So many options for every part of a wedding weekend: ceremony, reception, welcome dinner, after-party, pool party, beach day, and more.

The team there, Alessandra, Luca and Kate, could not be more fantastic and accommodating while holding to the highest standards of luxury hospitality.

The venue now sits where the owner’s grandfather had previously built a large hotel - far ahead of its time - and now, Alessandra has created a new legacy in the same spot.

@giardinidelfuenti is a wonderful blend of luxury and local culture that we cannot wait to return to!

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Thank you to @lalladweddingpr @sicily_for_weddings @giardinidelfuenti @deblasio_michele for the most wonderful experiences!

💗Spread love, it’s the Brooklyn way✌🏽

🥰 So much love was spread throughout our 3 events over 2 days in Brooklyn this past August @stateoftheweddingindustry @passport_weddings #masterminddinner at @theelliottroombk @the_revelry_cooperative !

🙏🏽Thank you to everyone who came, shared, supported each other, learned together, and connected deeply with new and old wedding pro friendors! It is the unique mix each event has that makes it special like no other!

🎉We cannot wait to return to Brooklyn for #stateoftheweddingindustry #masterminddinner with @the_revelry_cooperative Jan 12th!

✈️ PLUS we have @passport_weddings #passportpro full day conference Jan 14th at @princegeorgeballroom with the top destination wedding professionals sharing their insights, chatting over lunch and dinner, and did we mention having tons of fun in the process?!

🔗Links to these events and more are in our bio👆🏽

🙋🏻‍♀️ If you are ready to commit to a strong start for your 2026, grab your tickets now! Space is limited.

Event: @stateoftheweddingindustry
Event Producer: @the_wedding_masterclass
Venue: @theelliotroombk @the_revelry_cooperative
Day-Of Coordinator: @elizabethtreimanisevents
Photo: @caroguerreiro
Video: @cinemarvelfilms
Photobooth: @ourboothnyc
Content Creator: @momentsmademagic
Florist: @about_designs
SOTWI Catering: @purslanenyc
Rentals: @bbpartyrentals
Floral sponsor: @camflorinc
Hotel Sponsor: @towneplacesuites #towneplacesuitesbrooklyn
SOTWI Speakers: @amyanaizphoto @ozaizhome @onceuponavow @queerofficiant @ameesinha @karma_events_ny @garrettrichardson @garrettrichardsoncoach @veronicajoyevents

Passport Connections:
Event: @passport_weddings #passportconnections
Passport Connections Catering: @clarendoncateringandevents
Passport Connections Speakers: @amandanovenaweddings
@garrettrichardsoncoach @garrettrichardson @weddinglibrary @sophiekayephotography

🇨🇦 Montréal: Nov 25-26! We are so excited

🇨🇦 Montréal: Nov 25-26!

We are so excited to bring @stateoftheweddingindustry @passport_weddings #masterminddinner to Montréal this November with @graycollection at @espacevieuxport !

🎟️ Registration is now open and space is limited so be sure to get your ticket now! 🔗 Link in bio 👆🏽

Stay tuned for more details and speaker announcements!

💗 Thanks to @eventsbypaigeligris @weddingflourish @raphaellegranger @wpicinc @daniellewpic @traceymevents !

PC (clockwise): @jordanastudios @darinakphotography @alyssalizarragaphoto

🫶🏽 Thank you, #Atlanta #LA #DC #Brooklyn #Na

🫶🏽 Thank you, #Atlanta #LA #DC #Brooklyn #Nashville ! 🙏🏽

☀️ Our summer @stateoftheweddingindustry @passport_weddings #masterminddinner events could not have taken place without YOU!!!

💗 Thank you for showing up for yourselves and others, being kind and supportive without egos or agendas, and sharing insights and being a part of the wedding industry.

🍁 Hope to see you this fall!

Next up (links in bio):

🇬🇧 Passport Connections London, Mastermind Dinner: Oct 16
🇨🇦 State of the Wedding Industry, Mastermind Dinner, Passport Connections Montreal: Nov 25-26
🇲🇽 State of the Wedding Industry Riviera Maya, Mastermind Dinner: Dec 7

Creative Editorial Styled Shoot Workshop:
🇮🇹 Italy: Oct 25-27 with @chrisjevansphoto @ptaufiqphotography @collinpierson @destinationido @sposimagazine @aislesociety

FAM+ Retreats:
🇮🇹 Italy: Oct 20-28 (Catania, Florence, Tuscany)
🇮🇹 Italy: Nov 12-19 (Palermo, Florence, Tuscany)
🇲🇽 Cancun/Riviera Maya: Dec 6-8

“No one gets to the top alone. Behind every success story is a web of unseen hands. People who opened doors, offered advice and believed in you when you didn’t believe in yourself. It’s tempting to romanticize the lone hero. The idea that grit and discipline are enough. Truth is: every success is a mosaic of invisible contributions. A teacher who planted the first seed of possibility. A friend who made an introduction that changed everything. A stranger who gave you a chance when they didn’t have to. We are shaped by the communities we are a part of, opportunities we’re given and generosity of others. And when you understand that, gratitude replaces arrogance, humility replaces entitlement and self-made transforms into community-made.”

- @simonalexandero

🍂 Autumn in Italy 🇮🇹? Are you ready to

🍂 Autumn in Italy 🇮🇹?

Are you ready to be set up with everything you need to be booked for destination weddings in Italy?

🗓️ Oct 25-27, 2025

Spend 3 days with 3 of the top wedding photographers for an immersive, creative editorial styled shoot experience in Florence and Tuscany, Italy.

➕ GUARANTEED PUBLICATION in @destinationido @sposimagazine @aislesociety

📸 @chrisjevansphoto @chrisjevansedu will be covering fashion-forward images

📸 @ptaufiqphotography will be providing insights into South Asian destination weddings

📸 @collinpierson will take you on a walking tour of Florence capturing light and architecture light a European pro

➕ after the workshop, Jennifer Stein, founder and publisher of Destination I Do, will be giving a webinar talking about why she chose which photos for publication.

✳️ Did we also mention you get to make local connections with wedding pros at @stateoftheweddingindustry Florence?

✳️ Enjoy amazing dining experiences with luxury planners on our FAM Retreat

✳️ Single occupancy accommodations including spa and fitness access to the jacuzzi, ice-waterfall, sauna, sensory showers and relax area with herbal teas

🟡 Spots are limited so make sure you book your ticket asap! Link in bio 🔗

P.S. Special rates through Aug 24!

Loved all the spots for dinner, drinks, and every

Loved all the spots for dinner, drinks, and every kind of vibe at @sixtyhotels #sixtydc #sixtyhotels

🤔 So what *is* @stateoftheweddingindustry ?❓

🤔 So what *is* @stateoftheweddingindustry ?❓

✅ It is where you can connect with other #weddingpros .

✅ It is where you can learn from and with other wedding professionals.

✅ It is where you reconnect with old friendors and meet new ones.

✅ It is a safe space where all are welcome.

✅ It is community beyond groups or associations.

And it is stopping in one more city before the fall: #nashville Aug 18-19 @temponashvilledtn @thesloanenashville 1-4pm each day.

Snag your ticket 🎟️ via the link in our bio 🔗

But in the meantime, enjoy this recap by @cinemarvelfilms from #brooklyn #stateoftheweddingindustry last week!

And a huge thanks to all the amazing event team and speakers:

Event: @stateoftheweddingindustry
Event Producer: @the_wedding_masterclass
Venue: @theelliotroombk @the_revelry_cooperative
Day-Of Coordinator: @elizabethtreimanisevents
Photo: @caroguerreiro
Video: @cinemarvelfilms
Photobooth: @ourboothnyc
Content Creator: @momentsmademagic
Florist: @about_designs
Catering: @purslanenyc
Rentals: @bbpartyrentals
Floral sponsor: @camflorinc
Hotel Sponsor: @towneplacesuites #towneplacesuitesbrooklyn
Speakers: @amyanaizphoto @ozaizhome @onceuponavow @queerofficiant @ameesinha @karma_events_ny @garrettrichardson @garrettrichardsoncoach @veronicajoyevents

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