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After much consideration, we have made the difficult decision to cancel the event. We simply don’t feel that we can attract enough attendees to produce a world-class conference.

If you are an attendee, your ticket price will be refunded in full by 12/31/24 in the same manner in which you paid.

If you are an exhibitor and you paid a deposit, your deposit will be refunded in full by 12/31/24 in the same manner in which you paid.

We sincerely appreciate your understanding as we wind down the event.

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Chris Shelley is a Keynote Speaker, Event Host and guy that you wished worked with you. He turns every gathering into a celebration. His enthusiasm, positivity and lightning-fast wit boosts the mood of any group, conference or annual meeting. ​He's appeared on The Rachael Ray Show, been featured in media such as Bustle and Nearly Newlywed, and he's emceed for audiences from 10 to 1,000 including a memorial service for Joan Rivers' dog. A member of the National Speakers Association, Chris is committed to helping meetings run smoothly, events flow with fun and executive teams enjoy 5-star event reviews.    Website: www.illuminatingceremonies.com...

Brandon spent his early years honing his craft as a talented young musician while studying Music Education and Performance in college. After turning music into a professional career, he would later become a well-known nightclub DJ in the Hampton Roads area of Virginia. During this time, a longtime friend asked Brandon if he would be willing to DJ at his wedding. Brandon accepted the offer, but little did he know that this would be the start of a career that features an award-winning multi-op entertainment company that offers disc jockeys, photo booths, event planning/coordination/consulting and professional fireworks displays. Teamed up with his wife Kellie Miner-Frazier, they together lead a team of resolute professional entertainers and event specialists. Brandon often jokes that...

Braden Drake is the founder of Not AVG Law, dedicated to assisting clients with legal, tax, and financial matters. Path to Entrepreneurship Born and raised in Indiana, Braden attended Indiana University, majoring in Russian language and political science, while also studying business, Ukrainian, and German. After a brief exploration of public health, Braden pivoted to law school in San Diego, California, where an unexpected passion for tax law led to a master’s degree in the field. Despite securing valuable internships, Braden found traditional legal roles unsatisfying. Inspired by a family legacy of entrepreneurship, Braden decided to go solo, realizing that self-employment was not just an option but the primary path modeled during his upbringing. Additionally, Braden is known for enjoying cheese and playing...

Andrea Eppolito is a distinguished wedding planner and event designer known for creating extraordinary experiences for extraordinary individuals. Her unique approach to event planning goes beyond the tangible elements, focusing instead on the emotions and sensations they evoke. With a deep understanding that "a wedding is not about the stuff – it’s about how the stuff makes you feel," Andrea meticulously crafts events that stimulate the five senses and reflect the personal style of her clients. Her commitment to flawless service and meticulous attention to detail ensures that each event becomes more than just an occasion—it transforms into a cherished memory, marking significant moments in time. Andrea believes in the timeless nature of weddings. "It is about the story you tell and...

Shannon Tarrant began her career in off-site catering, gaining invaluable experience working with various venues. This role taught her how to “make it happen” on-site at weddings and underscored the importance of building quality, reciprocal relationships with venues and leveraging their referrals. After five years, Shannon became the wedding sales manager at a family-owned golf resort aiming to expand its wedding department. In just 18 months, she tripled the number of weddings annually, doubled the total revenue by creating better packages, and transformed weddings into a $4.5 million line of business for the resort. She also built a dream team at the venue, hiring and training coordinators to deliver exceptional client experiences and developing a marketing plan for higher quality leads...

In the last forty years, Rick has impacted the photographic community by being one of the leading wedding photographers in the nation. In addition to wedding photography, his clients have included 7-UP, Sprint, Master Card, and Mercedes Benz. In 1993, Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida, approached Rick to create for Disney a wedding photography department. Rick became the Senior Wedding Photographer for Disney and trained their photographers. Rick was a photographer for ABC’s “Weddings of a Lifetime” and the “Regis & Kathie Lee Show”. Rick currently has photographed “Weddings of a Lifetime” for Disney’s “Freeform” channel. Rick has owned and operated over five photography studios and operated a photography concession for an international cruise line for three years. In 1999 Rick wrote...

Custom Love Gifts and Events is a wedding planning company based in Knoxville, serving East Tennessee and its surrounding areas. Specializing in creating events with unique details and catering to all budgets, the company offers full-service event planning, elaborate event design, and a signature event management package. Lindsay Barrows and her team are dedicated to relieving all the stress from couples, allowing them to enjoy their special day with their guests. To accommodate various budgets, they offer multiple packages and rental options, ensuring couples can add details without unnecessary expense. This year, Lindsay expanded her services with a sister company, All In The Details Event Planning, which specializes in all-inclusive packages with a unique touch. These custom-built packages are curated to...

Stella began her fashion career studying Fashion Merchandising Management at GCC before she left for New York City to continue her studies at LIM. Her focus at the time was on Menswear before she found her true love and passion for Bridal. Since the first bride that Stella ever had the privilege of working with, she knew in that very moment that this is what she was destined to do. Years later, she had a vision of a beautiful House of Bridal and didn't stop persevering until she achieved this dream. Stella not only styles her brides with a finesse and grace that compares to no other, she does it in a way that makes her brides feel and see...

Kristin Binford is the owner of Haue Valley, one of the fastest-booking venues in the Midwest. Unlike many industry gurus or outsiders, Kristin has firsthand experience as a venue owner in the wedding industry. She has successfully helped over 800 venue owners representing more than 400 venues grow their businesses. As a coach and wedding venue consultant, Kristin guides her clients to achieve success without working every single wedding or weekend.   Website: www.kristinbinford.com ...

Meagan is the owner of Magnolia Collective, a wedding planning and design company in its 13th year of business, with teams serving both North Carolina and Virginia. She is the Director of Programming for the NACE Richmond chapter, as well as the Design Chair for the NACEYs gala. When not designing event spaces, Meagan spends her time offering consulting for wedding businesses, discovering foodie haunts and searching for the perfect gin cocktail, and trying to get her dogs to cooperate for Tiktok videos.   Website: www.idomagnolia.com...