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The Love Union 2025

Schedule

Tuesday, April 29, 2025

8:00 - 9:00 AM

Gentle Yoga and Breath Work

led by Woo Woo Crew at Brindamour Studios

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Start your mornings with peace and presence! We’re so excited to welcome Bailey Quinlan with Woo Woo Crew for a gentle yoga session to kick off each day. Bring your own mat and get ready for an experience focused on breath, mindfulness, and movement.

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*Bring your own mat*

9:00 - 10:00 AM

Registration Opens

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Doors open at 9:00 AM. Grab your name badge at the check-in table, find your co-working spot, and get settled for today's activities. 

9:00 - 10:00 AM

Breakfast Graze by Marlow Events

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9:00 AM -
5:00 PM

Co-Working & Creative Space

 

Join us in 501 Union's expansive, light-filled main space to work, connect with fellow vendors, and network together throughout the day. 

10:00 - 11:00 AM

Financial Health and Your Small Business: The Power of Knowing Your Numbers 

presented by Jen Mayer of Fully Funded

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Join Jen Mayer of Fully Funded as she explores the essential financial tools and strategies small business owners need to understand and manage their numbers for long-term success.

10:30 AM -
12:00 PM

 

Headshots with Trimblenator Productions

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Grab an updated headshot with photographer, Walls Trimble of Trimblenator Productions!  

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*Sign up's on the morning of are required; capacity is limited

11:00 AM -
12:00 PM

Inclusive Marketing & Building a Brand That Reflects Your Values

presented by Lensy Michelle from Lensy Michelle Photography

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​Join wedding photographer Lensy Michelle (she/her) for a conversation about building a brand that reflects your values, fosters inclusivity, and helps attract more clients you’re truly excited to work with. You'll walk away with practical tools, including an inclusivity audit, to assess your brand and ensure it’s aligned with your values and the communities you want to serve.

12:00 PM -
1:30 PM

Catered Lunch by Jillicious​

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Close those laptops and get ready to experience a fabulous lunch with our friends at Jillicious! 

2:00 - 3:00 PM

Sustainability in the Wedding Industry
panel presentation 

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Join industry leaders as they discuss sustainability practices in the wedding industry, exploring how eco-friendly approaches are transforming the business and the impact on future events. Featuring Jessica Balnaves + Annie Quick of Flower Aggregate, Vivian Lin of Groundcycle, Phoebe Creaghan of Natoora, Caroline Shadood of Soursop Flower Farm, Jay Rodriguez of Hera, and Abigail Everhart of Everhart Events.

2:00 - 3:00 PM

One-on-one Business Coaching with Dominique Bell of Dominique Bell Coaching

 

Get personalized guidance from Dominique Bell, a seasoned wedding planner, in this one-on-one business coaching session, where you’ll gain valuable insights into growing and scaling your wedding planning business.​

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* 30- minutes per session

*Sign up's on the morning of are required; capacity is limited

1:30 - 3:00 PM

Headshots with Trimblenator Productions

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Grab an updated headshot with photographer, Walls Trimble of Trimblenator Productions!  

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*Sign up's on the morning of are required; capacity is limited

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3:00 - 4:00 PM

Crafternoon with miriam bloom designs: Playing with Flowers and Food.

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Join Miriam Bloom of miriam bloom designs for a mid-day floral arranging workshop. 

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*Sign up's on the morning of are required; capacity is limited

3:30 - 4:30 PM

The Marriage Between the Wedding Industry and the Editorial World

presented by Shelby Wax

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Join Shelby Wax, a seasoned industry leader, as she takes the stage as the keynote speaker for Love Union 2025, sharing her expertise on navigating the ever-evolving wedding industry and offering valuable strategies for business growth, innovation, and community building.

4:00 - 5:00 PM

One-on-one Business Coaching with Leah Weinberg of Weinberg Legal

 

Gain personalized legal insights and guidance from Leah Weinberg of Weinberg Legal in this one-on-one business coaching session, tailored to help you navigate legal challenges and grow your business confidently.

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* 30- minutes per session

*Sign up on the morning of are required; capacity is limited

5:00 - 7:00 PM

Happy Hour! 

sponsored by YES ETC

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Wrap up Day 1 with a Happy Hour featuring bites and cocktails by Betty Buzz. Grab a cocktail and hop into the Firework Photo Booth with your new wedding bestie! 

Wednesday, April 30, 2025

8:00 - 9:00 AM

Gentle Yoga and Breath Work

led by Woo Woo Crew at Brindamour Studios

​

Start your mornings with peace and presence! We’re so excited to welcome Bailey Quinlan with Woo Woo Crew for a gentle yoga session to kick off each day. Bring your own mat and get ready for an experience focused on breath, mindfulness, and movement.

​

*Bring your own mat*

9:00 - 10:00 AM

Registration Opens

​

Doors open at 9:00 AM. Grab your name badge at the check-in table, find your co-working spot, and get settled for today's activities. 

9:00 - 10:00 AM

Breakfast Graze 

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9:00 AM -
5:00 PM

Co-Working & Creative Space

 

Join us in 501 Union's expansive, light-filled main space to work, connect with fellow vendors, and network together throughout the day. 

10:00 - 11:00 AM

TOPIC TBD

presented by Lauren Ladouceur of Plan With Laur

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Join Lauren Ladouceur of Plan With Laur, an experienced wedding content creator, as she discusses the state of the wedding industry and shares insights on how to evolve your business in an ever-changing market, helping you stay ahead of the trends and grow your brand.

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

One-on-one Business Coaching with Dominique Bell of Dominique Bell Coaching

 

Get personalized guidance from Dominique Bell, a seasoned wedding planner, in this one-on-one business coaching session, where you’ll gain valuable insights into growing and scaling your wedding planning business.​

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* 30- minutes per session

*Sign up's on the morning of are required; capacity is limited

10:30 AM -
12:00 PM

 

Headshots with Justin McCallum Photography

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Grab an updated headshot with photographer, Justin McCallum of Justin McCallum Photography!  

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*Sign up's on the morning of are required; capacity is limited

11:00 AM -
12:00 PM

What's the Worst that Could Happen?

presented by Leah Weinberg of Weinberg Legal

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Sometimes, truth really is stranger than fiction — especially in the event industry. Most event pros can readily share ridiculous stories with the best of them, including attorney and recovering wedding planner, Leah Weinberg. Pairing personal anecdotes with her candid takes on various business legalities, Leah infuses humor into an otherwise-daunting topic by sharing cautious tales of off-the-wall occurrences that aren’t quite as far-fetched as they seem. She’ll teach attendees how to identify and address unusual situations with clear action steps to stay ahead of the curve legally and ethically.

12:00 PM -
1:30 PM

Catered Lunch by STE​

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Close those laptops and get ready to experience a fabulous lunch with our friends at STE

2:00 - 3:30 PM

Headshots with Justin McCallum Photography

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Grab an updated headshot with photographer, Justin McCallum of Justin McCallum Photography!  

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*Sign up's on the morning of are required; capacity is limited

2:00 - 3:30 PM

One-on-one Business Coaching with Leah Weinberg of Weinberg Legal

 

Gain personalized legal insights and guidance from Leah Weinberg of Weinberg Legal in this one-on-one business coaching session, tailored to help you navigate legal challenges and grow your business confidently.

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* 30- minutes per session

*Sign up on the morning of are required; capacity is limited

3:30 - 4:30 PM

Crafternoon TBA

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*Sign up's on the morning of are required; capacity is limited

2:30 - 330 PM

Vow for Girls 

presented by Caitlin Banga

 

​Join Caitlin Banga, the Director of Community Philanthropy at Vow for Girls, as she shares the organization's mission to end child marriage, and how we can come together to build a groundswell of love and support for every girl at risk, ensuring her right to own her future.

3:30 - 4:30 PM

Ask Me Anything!

with Rima Brindamour + Lara Mahler

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​Close out our speaker series with a fun and interactive AMA featuring Rima Brindamour of Brindamour Studios and Lara Mahler of THE PRIVILEGE IS MINE, where you can bring your questions and get expert advice on everything from business tips to industry insights!

Thursday, May 1, 2025

6:00 - 9:00 PM

Cocktail Party​

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Join us to celebrate the end of another successful Love Union at our cocktail party, where you can relax and reconnect with new and old friends while enjoying drinks by Betty Booze and delicious catering by Ichiban Catering!

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