Upcoming Phoenix Events

The Power of Perception
WIPA Presents our Q4 educational networking event, designed by Meant2Be Events. Our guest speaker Jeffrey Shaw, a transformational keynote speaker who globally recognized for his expertise in luxury buyer behavior. We are excited for him to speak on his topic of Luxury Buyer Behavior – How to Attract and Serve Affluent Clients.
Our event will be held at the historic Hermosa Inn on Thursday, November 19th, 2026 from 10:00am to 1:00pm. Members-Only Q&A with Jeffrey Shaw from 1:00-1:30pm.
Valet parking is included and highly encouraged.
We can’t wait to see you there!
DETAILS
Date: November 19, 2026 | 10 AM – 1 PM
Venue: The Hermosa Inn | 5532 N. Palo Cristi Rd. Paradise Valley, AZ 85253
Early Registration (Oct 21 – Oct 29):
Members Only: $85
Late Registration (Nov 13 – Nov 16):
Members & Non-Members: $230

Deck the Doors
Deck the doors with WIPA Phoenix! We’re partnering with House of Refuge to hang holiday wreaths on the front doors of 81 homes for their families. It’s a fun, hands-on way to give back together and kick off the holiday season.
Join us Thursday, December 3, from 9 AM to 12 PM in Mesa.
Sign up by October 23!
Phoenix Board Of Directors
We are excited to introduce our WIPA Phoenix Chapter Board of Directors. These Directors are esteemed professionals whose passion for our industry is evident in the work they produce. Their presence in Phoenix will allow the growth of WIPA so we can continue to bring new standards, education and sense of community to all wedding professionals.

PRESIDENT
Leslie Lejcar
Leslie Ann Photography

VICE PRESIDENT
Jennifer Franklin
Arcis Golf

TREASURER
Kalie Breeze
SoHo63

SECRETARY
Leigh Hendrickson
Details and Story

IMMEDIATE PAST PRESIDENT
Niki Jorgensen
NJ Event Collective

DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP
Rebekah Sampson
Rebekah Sampson Photography

DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP RETENTION
Lauren Simpson
Torched Elegance

DIRECTOR OF DIVERSITY, EQUITY, INCLUSION & BELONGING
Tony Palacio
Tony Palacio Events

DIRECTOR OF EDUCATION
Broc Barton
DJ Broc Barton

CO-DIRECTOR OF PROGRAMS
Thomas Dean
Elite Mobile Entertainment

CO-DIRECTOR OF PROGRAMS
Jessica McQueary
Sanctuary Camelback Mountain Resort & Spa

DIRECTOR OF MARKETING & COMMUNICATIONS
Brittany Nemec
Brittany Nemec Photography

DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
Andrew Millett
The Ember Edit

DIRECTOR OF SPONSORSHIP
Michael Duke
DJ Duke Entertainment

DIRECTOR AT LARGE: MARKETING AND COMMUNICATIONS
Tony George
Tony George Photography
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