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

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WIPA Phoenix Getaway
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

WIPA Phoenix

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

WIPA Phoenix

DIRECTOR OF EDUCATION

Broc Barton
DJ Broc Barton

 

CO-DIRECTOR OF PROGRAMS

Thomas Dean
Elite Mobile Entertainment

WIPA Phoenix

CO-DIRECTOR OF PROGRAMS

Jessica McQueary
Sanctuary Camelback Mountain Resort & Spa

 

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DIRECTOR OF MARKETING & COMMUNICATIONS

OPEN

 

WIPA Phoenix

DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

Andrew Millett
The Ember Edit

DIRECTOR OF SPONSORSHIP

Michael Duke
DJ Duke Entertainment 

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