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Letter from the President
Hello MBWEP!
It has been fun seeing everyone at our General Meetings and Showcases! Please don’t forget that September is the last Showcase and October is the last General Meeting accessible to non-members. After October, you must be a member or invited guest to attend.
We will be putting out the MBWEP directory soon. Please encourage all who are interested in joining to do so by October so they can be included!
Our Marketing Director Mike Steelman has also been working hard to secure a booth at our first wedding show. We will keep you posted on when and where once all is finalized. Please let us know if you would like to help with designing the booth, working the show, etc.
Finally, MBWEP was founded on community and integrity in our industry. I am constantly humbled and encouraged by all of you, both in business and friendship. Not only do you do an amazing job for your clients, but you also provide tremendous support for your peers. I encourage you to keep up the hard work to set the best example for all around you.
With gratitude,
Amy Byrd
President, Monterey Bay Wedding and Event Professionals
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August General Meeting Recap
The August 10th General Meeting featured speakers Allan Kass & Jim Atkins from the Santa Cruz Mediation Group.
In their presentation, we learned how to better avoid and deal with conflicts, whether with clients or employees. They discussed strategic approaches to dispute resolution as well as good, protective protocol during the resolution process to protect our interests along the way.
Through discussing particular case types and the processes surrounding them, we learned how mediation could be beneficial in the wedding and event industry. They explained the mediation process and why it is such a popular and affordable way to deal with conflicts, as opposed to litigation and the court system.
To learn more about Santa Cruz Mediation Group, visit their website here.
It was another excellent, informative MBWEP general meeting that offered great benefit to our membership. There are lots more to come so keep an eye out for the next one!
- Adrian Cavlan, General Meeting Director
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Have a topic or speaker you recommend for an upcoming meeting? Contact General Meeting Director Adrian Cavlan at scruzdj@gmail.com with more information.
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September Showcase
Our next MBWEP Showcase will be held on Tuesday, Septemeber 14th from 6:00-8:00 pm at:
The InterContinental Clement Hotel
750 Cannery Row
Monterey, CA 93940
The entrance fee is $10 for Members, $15 for Non-Members.
Cash or Check only please.
Join us for an evening of networking with your fellow Monterey Bay vendors! We are excited to announce the following MBWEP members will be showcasing:
To view the event invitation click here.
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* Note this is the last showcase that will be open to non-members. If you know someone who would like to become a member, encourage them to submit their application by October.
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IN THIS ISSUE:
September 14th:
Showcase at the InterContinental Clement Hotel in Monterey. 6:00-8:30pm. View invitation here.
October 12th:
General Membership Meeting
1:00-3:00pm. Location TBD.
November 9th:
1st Anniversary Showcase at Holman Ranch in Carmel Valley. 6:00-8:30pm.
December 14th:
General Membership Meeting
1:00-3:00pm. Location TBD.
Member Announcements:
If you'd like to make an announcement to the membership at the October General Meeting about a new product or service or have any other newsworthy information you'd like to share, please contact Amy Byrd by October 1st at amy@amybyrdweddings.com to be put on the agenda.
MBWEP Directory:
In addition to our website, we'll be creating a printed directory for distribution at bridal shows, events and local venues for 2011. Businesses who join MBWEP by our November showcase (application must be submitted in October) will be included. We'll be contacting you with more information shortly.
ABOUT THIS NEWSLETTER:
The MBWEP newsletter is published on the 1st of each month and delivered via email to the membership. We cover recent meetings, showcases and events and news relevant to the wedding and event industry.
*Note the newsletter will appear slightly different depending on your email client. Click on the link at the top of the page for a hosted version.
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Have something you'd like included in the next issue?
Contact Newsletter Director
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Tip from a Photographer:
"Be on time. In fact, be early. Budget time for extra speed bumps.
Treat each one of your clients like they're paying you one million dollars."
- Mike Steelman, Mike Steelman Photographers
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Each month we'll be featuring a tip from a vendor ranging from business resources and advice to helpful hints on working with a pro in their field.
Have a tip you'd like to share?
Send it to Brenna for inclusion in an upcoming issue!
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