Upcoming Austin Events

Come Together: A Friendsgiving Event

Come Together for an evening centered on community, connection, and creating a life and business that feel as good as they look.

Join WIPA Austin for Come Together: A Friendsgiving Event on Tuesday, November 17th from 4:00–8:00 PM at Fair Market. We’re gathering our wedding industry family around the table for an evening of meaningful conversation, good food, and plenty of time to reconnect before the holiday season begins.

We’re especially excited to welcome Amanda Baudier for her presentation:

From Burnout to Flourishing: The Nervous System Blueprint to Build a Business & Life You Love

Amanda will explore the connection between our nervous systems, the way we work, and the lives we’re building—offering a fresh perspective on moving beyond burnout and creating more sustainable success, both personally and professionally.

Come ready to learn, connect, eat, celebrate, and spend an evening with the people who make this industry feel like a community.

Tuesday, November 17th
Fair Market | 4:00–8:00 PM
Open to WIPA members and future members.

Early Registration (Oct 13 – Oct 28):
Members: $125
Non-Members: $195

Late Registration (Oct 29 – Nov 4):
Members: $150
Non-Members: $195

We can’t wait to see you at the table. 🤎

Austin Board Of Directors

We are excited to welcome our WIPA Austin Chapter Board of Directors. These Directors are esteemed professionals whose passion for our industry is evident in the work they produce. Their presence in Austin will allow the growth of WIPA so we can continue to bring new standards, education and sense of community to all wedding professionals.

PRESIDENT

Jenny DeMarco
Jenny DeMarco Photography

VICE PRESIDENT

Barbara Shorts
Verve Austin

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TREASURER

Brandon Shabazz
Premier Austin DJs

WIPA Austin

SECRETARY

Gina Whittington
Whitt Ross

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IMMEDIATE PAST PRESIDENT

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DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP

Stacy Sodolak
SMS Photography

WIPA Austin

DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP RETENTION

Cayla Cummings
Carhart Photography

DIRECTOR OF DIVERSITY, EQUITY, INCLUSION & BELONGING

Ashley Peters
The Stylist Abroad

DIRECTOR OF EDUCATION

Amy Kuntz
Hawthorne & Poppy

Lexie's Headshots

DIRECTOR OF PROGRAMS

Lexie Perez
787 Events

DIRECTOR OF MARKETING & COMMUNICATION

Alyssa Johnson
Alyssa Jarae Photography

DIRECTOR OF SPONSORSHIP

Erin Nichols – Biggers
Horse Shoe Bay Resort

WIPA Austin

DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

Erica Edie
Crave Catering

WIPA Austin

DIRECTOR AT LARGE: MARKETING & COMMUNICATION

Julie Wilhite
Julie Wilhite Photography

WIPA Austin

DIRECTOR AT LARGE: PROGRAMS

Jodi Wycoff
36th Street Events

DIRECTOR AT LARGE: SPONSORSHIP

Janira Villegas
Premiere Events

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