Episode 453 BARBI WALTERS: Listening to Clients and Expanding Your Brand

Andy welcomes Barbi Walters, founder of and one of three principal designers with Lynden Lane, a multigenerational brand led by strong and creative intuition. Barbi and her daughters Lyndsey and Lane have decades of combined experience creating thoughtful environments both at events and inside of homes.

Barbi talks about what she was doing before she founded her company and how her company came to be, how she feels about environment at an event, her usual process with clients and how it changes client to client, how doing wedding design differs from interior design, what her greatest struggle is, and also offers some tips and advice to any event designers who might be considering interior design.

Andy really appreciates Barbi’s time and expertise, and hopes that you find this episode interesting and informative! If you do, then he would love it if you would share this episode with a few people you know who might also enjoy it and would also be grateful if you were to subscribe to the podcast if you aren’t already so that you never miss a new episode! Be sure to also leave a top review wherever you listen because that really helps out the show and helps people find it!

 

Have you heard about Stop and Smell the Roses with Preston Bailey on The Wedding Biz Network? Listen as Preston shares the secrets, tools, and technologies behind his extraordinary ability to create a theatrical environment out of any space. Also, don’t forget about Sean Low’s podcast The Business of Being Creative, where Sean discusses the power of being niched, pricing strategies, metrics of success, and so much more. You can find both shows on The Wedding Biz Network.

 

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Time Stamps

[0:24] – Andy reveals that today’s guest is Barbi Walters of Lynden Lane.

[1:00] – Barbi reveals how the company came to be.

[2:48] – Marketing experience has been helpful for Lynden Lane.

[3:58] – Barbi agrees that creating business practices is a form of creativity.

[4:56] – How does Barbi approach the environment for an event?

[7:05] – How does global travel influence Barbi’s designs?

[9:31] – Barbi offers insight into evolving and staying relevant.

[11:39] – Welcome parties are sometimes just as complex as weddings.

[12:52] – Does Barbi have a usual process with clients?

[16:02] – Barbi touches upon the importance of listening to clients.

[17:45] – How does Barbi expand her brand?

[20:44] – Barbi explains how she balances wedding and interior design.

[24:40] – How does Barbi assemble her team?

[27:44] – Barbi identifies growing her business in an authentic way as one of her challenges.

[30:24] – Barbi shares why she does not believe in balance.

[31:52] – Why did Barbi appoint a brand manager?

[34:39] – Barbi gives advice to designers who want to look into interior design.

[36:44] – Andy shares Barbi’s contact information.

 

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Episode 452 MAURICIO KIRSCHNER: Architect of Dreams and Deep in the Heart of Event Design

We are excited to announce that today’s guest is Mauricio Kirschner, the founder and chief designer of House of Kirschner. They create out-of-this world interior and event design, and are also professional architects which enables them to design and produce unique constructions and designware beyond the usual.

In this insightful conversation with Andy, Mauricio discusses his childhood passion for construction, structure, and architecture. He talks about how he started his career as an architect and then got pulled into the event industry and he then dives deep into the heart of what event design means to him, describing it in a unique way. Mauricio also explains the unexpected way in which he begins his creative meetings, reveals what inspires him, and so much more!

Andy found this interview to be absolutely fascinating and knows that listeners will also get a lot out of it and find themselves inspired. Please share this episode with at least three people you feel will also enjoy it and subscribe to the podcast, if you aren’t already, so that you never miss a new episode! And be sure to leave a top review, wherever you listen to podcasts, because that really helps new listeners find it.

Have you heard about Stop and Smell the Roses with Preston Bailey on The Wedding Biz Network? Listen as Preston shares the secrets, tools, and technologies behind his extraordinary ability to create a theatrical environment out of any space. Also, don’t forget about Sean Low’s podcast The Business of Being Creative, where Sean discusses the power of being niched, pricing strategies, metrics of success, and so much more. You can find both shows on The Wedding Biz Network or on your cell phone’s podcast app.

 

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Time Stamps

[0:25] – Andy reveals today’s guest to be Mauricio Kirschner of House of Kirschner.

[1:50] – Mauricio describes what he does.

[3:39] – Learn about Mauricio’s passions as a child.

[5:36] – Mauricio discusses his education and his beginnings.

[8:16] – Mauricio compares what he does to alchemy.

[10:46] – How does Mauricio come up with ideas?

[13:53] – When does Mauricio share his ideas with clients?

[16:46] – Mauricio begins with a meditation with his team.

[20:03] – How does Mauricio inspire himself?

[23:42] – Mauricio argues that fashion helps promote inclusiveness.

[28:01] – Andy offers insight into perspective.

[29:15] – Learn what House of Kirschner’s philosophy and purpose are.

[31:37] – Mauricio expands upon why he shares his beliefs with his team.

[35:42] – Does Mauricio have any unrealized dreams?

[39:46] – Andy shares where to find Mauricio.

 

Find Mauricio:

House of Kischner – Website
House of Kischner – Instagram Page
Mauricio’s Instagram Page

 

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Episode 451 JOANN GREGOLI: Making or Breaking the Party with Music

Returning to the podcast is JoAnn Gregoli of Elegant Occasions, who creates events which tell the stories of its couples. JoAnn has been included in Modern Bride Magazine as one of their Top Trendsetters of the Year and was also recognized as one of the top twenty-five most influential wedding planners in the world.

Listen to her return today as she talks all about how you can make or break your event with music and entertainment. She discusses how she goes about deciding what kind of entertainment is best for a specific event, why she has music playing the moment that the guests arrive, how she approaches music during particular segments of the event, what her expectations are of the entertainment she hires, and so much more.

JoAnn also offers some parting advice on prioritizing live music at an event, and Andy is so grateful to JoAnn for coming back on the show. He loves the work that she does and hopes that you enjoy this conversation with her. If so, then he would love it if you would share this episode with a few people you know who might also enjoy it and would also be grateful if you were to subscribe to the podcast if you aren’t already so that you never miss a new episode! Be sure to also leave a top review wherever you listen because that really helps out the show and helps people find it!

 

Have you heard about Stop and Smell the Roses with Preston Bailey on The Wedding Biz Network? Listen as Preston shares the secrets, tools, and technologies behind his extraordinary ability to create a theatrical environment out of any space. Also, don’t forget about Sean Low’s podcast The Business of Being Creative, where Sean discusses the power of being niched, pricing strategies, metrics of success, and so much more. You can find both shows on The Wedding Biz Network.

 

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Time Stamps

[0:21] – Today’s guest is JoAnn Gregoli of Elegant Occasions.

[1:34] – What role does music play at an event?

[2:22] – JoAnn explains how she decides what kind of entertainment a party needs.

[4:20] – JoAnn does not want a moment of silence at an event.

[5:29] – Hear an example of how JoAnn told someone’s story musically.

[8:13] – JoAnn shares a time she had a surprise choir enter.

[9:21] – How does JoAnn approach cocktail hour?

[10:52] – What is JoAnn’s perspective on music during the reception?

[13:05] – What expectations does JoAnn have of her entertainment?

[15:23] – JoAnn shares her insight into communication.

[17:43] – Learn about JoAnn’s experience with one of Andy’s bands, Sound Connection.

[19:04] – How should a band engage with the crowd?

[19:50] – JoAnn emphasizes that live music should be prioritized.

[21:30] – Andy shares JoAnn’s contact information.

 

Find JoAnn:

Elegant Occasions – Website
Elegant Occasions – Facebook Page
JoAnn’s Instagram Page
JoAnn’s Twitter Page

 

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Episode 450 REVISIT SHARON SACKS: The Magic of Making Memories

Sharon Sacks is the epitome of a multi-tasking go-getter! Early in her career she caught her first big break working with Berry Gordy Jr. and his Motown Records label during its peak which included projects with Marvin Gaye and Stevie Wonder. From there, Sharon went on to work with Jerry Perenchio, who turned out to be her greatest mentor yet. Through working with him, she got the opportunity to explore her love of creation through various weddings and events such as a grand celebration for Prince Andrew. Sharon ultimately emerged into the world of business and since then conquered numerous other projects such as creating a collection of home decor for Alchemy Fine Home and fine china for Lenox. Her passion for creation and desire to foster memorable moments has flourished and helped her become the prestigious and creative business woman she is today.

Today’s interview is one you will not want to miss. Sharon Sacks sits down with Andy to share stories about her road to success. She also shares details of superb weddings, phenomenal celebrations and intimate gatherings. As well as tips on crafting the perfect team to pull off such events. Tune in to listen!

 

Have you heard about Stop and Smell the Roses with Preston Bailey on The Wedding Biz Network? Listen as Preston shares the secrets, tools, and technologies behind his extraordinary ability to create a theatrical environment out of any space. Also, don’t forget about Sean Low’s podcast The Business of Being Creative, where Sean discusses the power of being niched, pricing strategies, metrics of success, and so much more. You can find both shows on The Wedding Biz Network.


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