New York Board Of Directors
We are excited present the WIPA New York Chapter Board of Directors. These Directors are esteemed professionals whose passion for our industry is evident in the work they produce. Their presence in New York will allow the growth of WIPA so we can continue to bring new standards, education and sense of community to all wedding professionals.
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PRESIDENT
Maya Jain
Tyrian Purple
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VICE PRESIDENT
Barbie Patel
Cinderella Bridez
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TREASURER
Ben Chuchinsky
Cafe Wha
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SECRETARY
Ana Salvemini
AMP DJ/Band Hybrid
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IMMEDIATE PAST PRESIDENT
Phillip Van Nostrand
PhillipVN
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DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP
Jon Lemon
JC Lemon Photo
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DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP RETENTION
Tanya Pushkine
The Vow Whisperer
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DIRECTOR OF DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION
Melissa Diaz
Dhalia Events
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DIRECTOR OF EDUCATION
Elizabeth Beskin
5th Avenue Digital
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DIRECTOR OF PROGRAMS
Jonathan Huvard
Great Family Reunion
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DIRECTOR OF MARKETING & COMMUNICATION
Alesandra Casalino
Sofitel New York
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DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
Sabrina Shore
Influence Digital Solutions
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DIRECTOR OF SPONSORSHIP
Stefanie Skelley
Reverie Social
Upcoming New York Events
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Join us during this Members-only education event at TwoFortyThirty, a Cerbelli Creative venue, as we discuss negotiation strategies for clients and colleagues in the wedding industry.
Our panel of experts include Ben Chuchinsky from Cafe Wha Entertainment, Barbie Patel from Cinderella Bridez, and Sabrina Shore from Influence Digital Solutions.
The session will be broken down into three sections:
– Overall concepts
– Strategies, Tip & Tricks
– Negotiation roleplay*
*Please come prepared with a previous negotiation you wish could have been redone as this session will be interactive*
Save the Date – Future Event Dates
Week of September 17: Wellness Retreat
Week of October 22: Members Only Event
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