Boston Board Of Directors
We are excited to welcome our WIPA Boston Chapter Board of Directors. These Directors are esteemed professionals whose passion for our industry is evident in the work they produce. Their presence in Boston will allow the growth of WIPA so we can continue to bring new standards, education and sense of community to all wedding professionals.
PRESIDENT
2023
Renee Sabo
Urban Soirée
VICE PRESIDENT
2023
Julie Pike
Fete Collection
TREASURER
2023
Ken Barrrett-Sweet
The Catered Affair
SECRETARY
2023
Hannah Ponn
PEAK Event Services
IMMEDIATE PAST PRESIDENT
N/A
DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP
2023-2024
Ashley Saffer
Ashley Elaine Events
DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP RETENTION
N/A
DIRECTOR OF DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION
N/A
DIRECTOR OF EDUCATION
2023
Phoebe Allen
AE Events
DIRECTOR OF PROGRAMS
2023-2024
Sara Kovel
Sara Kovel Events
DIRECTOR OF MARKETING & COMMUNICATION
2023-2024
Amanda McCabe
Beacon and Berkeley Events
DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY SERVICE
N/A
DIRECTOR OF SPONSORSHIP
N/A
DIRECTOR AT LARGE: MEMBERSHIP
2022-2023
Dani Klein-Williams
Dani Fine Photography
Upcoming WIPA Boston Events
"Join us for 'I Do... Need a Break':
A transformative real-talk session for wedding pros who are eager to redefine their boundaries and reignite their passion after a demanding year of events. In this engaging and relatable presentation, Megan will dive deep into the challenges industry pros are facing right now and offer actionable strategies to reset clear boundaries and prevent burnout as we head into 2024. Whether you’ve been feeling the strain of back-to-back wedding weekends or want to simply re-imagine how you show up and serve clients in your business in 2024, this session is for you. Come for the insights, stay for the real talk and camaraderie, and leave with a renewed sense of purpose and balance.”
Registration closes November 26
Real-life stories and strategies from a 12-year luxury wedding planner turned educator who has walked the walk:
- Learn how to re-establish and articulate your limits without jeopardizing client relationships.
- Detect the early signs and take proactive measures to sidestep hitting rock bottom.
- Discover how to craft a work-life blend that champions both personal well-being and business growth.
- Master the art of steering tough conversations with poise and assertiveness.
A HUGE thank you as always to our amazing WIPA Boston partners:
Venue & Catering: The Harvard Club of Boston
Planning & Design: Beacon and Berkeley Events
Photography: Robert Aveau Photography
Videography: New England Creative
Floral: Orly Kohn Floral
Rentals: Party Rental LTD
Rentals: Boston Backdrop
DJ & Lighting: DJ Brian Smith, EventSmith Entertainment
Desserts: Love & Flour
Speaker Accomodations: Hotel Commonwealth
Live Guest Painting: New England Wedding Painter
