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WIPA Honors Dr. King’s Legacy of Inclusion

WIPA Honors Dr. King's Legacy of Inclusionby WIPA National Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. once said, “Life’s most persistent and urgent question is, ‘What are you doing for others?’”  This is a question that is at the core of every meaningful DEIB conversation. Inclusion isn’t an initiative at WIPA, it's a practice in our industry. It shows up in the way we greet a couple who’s nervous about being ...
Eventex Awards: One of the 50 Most Influential Wedding Professionals

Eventex Awards: 50 Most Influential Wedding Professionals

Eventex Awards: One of the 50 Most Influential Wedding Professionalsby WIPA National As this year comes to a close, we’re thrilled to share a moment that reflects the strength, creativity, and collective impact of the entire WIPA community. This season brings exciting recognition not just for a few individuals, but for the culture of excellence that WIPA members across the ...

Creating Connection: A Recap of WIPA Boston’s Members-Only Gathering

Creating Connection: A Recap of WIPA Boston's Members-Only Gatheringby WIPA Boston On August 20th, WIPA Boston hosted a memorable members-only event designed to bring our community closer together during one of the busiest times of year. Held at Equal Measure, a stylish cocktail bar in Boston, the evening was a perfect blend of relaxation, inspiration, and meaningful connection. From 5 ...

Join WIPA at Wedding MBA – November 2025

Join WIPA at Wedding MBA - November 2025by WIPA National2025 Conference runs November 11-13, 2025 Close Wedding MBA (Wedding Merchants Business Academy) is one of the largest and most influential conferences for wedding professionals in the world. Held annually in Las Vegas, the event brings together thousands of planners, photographers, florists, DJs, caterers, venues, and other industry specialists for several ...

From Concept to Reality: A Look Back to the August WIPA Las Vegas Program

From Concept to Reality: A Look Back to the August WIPA Las Vegas Programby WIPA Las Vegas On August 19, 2025, WIPA Las Vegas hosted a dynamic educational program that left attendees buzzing with inspiration and fresh ideas. Held at the iconic Hard Rock Café Las Vegas on the Strip, the evening brought together over 100 industry professionals for an ...

Wildly Inspired: WIPA Nashville’s August 2025 Gathering at Saint Elle

Wildly Inspired: WIPA Nashville’s August 2025 Gathering at Saint Elleby WIPA Nashville On August 13, 2025, WIPA Nashville gathered the city’s most creative wedding professionals for our Q3 event, Wildly Inspired, hosted at The Saint Elle. This immersive evening celebrated collaboration, creativity, and community—bringing together some of the most respected voices in the wedding industry for an unforgettable experience. The ...

Rise + Refine: WIPA Utah’s Half-Day of Wellness, Education, and Connection

Rise + Refine: WIPA Utah’s Half-Day of Wellness, Education, and Connectionby WIPA Utah On August 19th, WIPA Utah members gathered at The Hearth in Salt Lake City for our Rise + Refine event. This thoughtfully curated half-day program blended wellness, education, and networking. From 9:30 AM check-in to our closing remarks and networking at 2:30 PM, attendees experienced a balance ...

Color Therapy: An Immersive Celebration of Creativity, Culture & Connection

Color Therapy: An Immersive Celebration of Creativity, Culture & ConnectionPaula-Faith Ewers, Chapter President Dallas Fort Worth Color Therapy was more than an event — it was an experience. Our guests did not just attend; they stepped into a living canvas where art, design, and human connection blended together into something unforgettable. This vision came to life through the artistry of ...

DEIB Summer Reading Initiative

DEIB Summer Reading InitiativeMelissa Parker, WIPA Philadelphia DEIB Director WIPA Philadelphia Launches Summer Reading: The Art of Gathering by Priya Parker One Book. One Summer. One Powerful Step Toward Belonging. This summer, WIPA Philadelphia is proud to launch our very first Summer Reading initiative, and we’re thrilled to announce that our official selection is The Art of Gathering: How We ...

Harmonies Across Cultures: DJing Interracial/Multicultural Weddings

Harmonies Across Cultures: DJing Interracial/Multicultural Weddings By Brandon Shabazz WIPA Austin Back in 1967, only 3% of marriages in the United States were interracial. It wasn't until the historic Supreme Court decision in Loving v. Virginia on June 12th of the same year that interracial marriages became legal. Fast forward to today, and that percentage has surged to 20%, as ...