Upcoming Phoenix Events

Building Visibility with Purpose, Not Performance
Join WIPA Phoenix for an intentional Q2 education experience with Meghan Ely, hosted by Kimpton Miralina and designed by Jessica with Shine Events.
Meghan will invite wedding professionals to look past surface-level accolades and lean into a more honest, aligned approach to visibility. This conversation is for the creative who wants to be seen for the right reasons, build credibility with more intention, and stop treating visibility like a performance.
Date: Tuesday, June 9th, 2026
Education Session: 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Members-Only Q&A with Meghan Ely: 1:00 PM to 1:30 PM
Location: Kimpton Miralina
7200 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85253
Early Bird Pricing: Members $85, available May 11th through May 15th
Normal Pricing: Members $95 and Future Members $195 available May 16th through June 1st
At the Door: Members and Future Members $230 available June 2nd through June 5th

Make It a WIPA Getaway
Turn the Q2 education event into a mini staycation at Kimpton Miralina. Registered attendees will receive access to a special WIPA room rate and may book Monday, June 8th, Tuesday, June 9th, or both nights.
Special Room Rate: $79 per night plus tax
Resort Fee: $10
Parking: Included for overnight and day guests
Room Block: Limited King Rooms available
Room booking link will be included in confirmation email.
After the Event
Stay, unwind, and keep the connection going. Kimpton Miralina will provide complimentary cabanas for a relaxed Wednesday afternoon pool gathering. Families and children are welcome, and food and beverage will be available for purchase.
Hosted by Kimpton Miralina.
Designed by Jessica with Shine Events.
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
OPEN

DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
Andrew Millett
The Ember Edit

DIRECTOR OF SPONSORSHIP
Michael Duke
DJ Duke Entertainment
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