THANK YOU!

The show was a big hit. It was great to see it come to life. I am sure the next one, which Indian Run has said they'd love to do another with me in November, the beginning of hunting season. If your interested again for the fall, let me know right away. I had a few vendors that could not fit in this show and I will do first come first serve as that is the only fair way to choose.
As pictures come in, I will post on here and you may all use them. I will make sure each photographer gets the necessary credit they deserve. I can't wait to see them. I missed a lot of the show because I was so busy. It wasn't until the end that I actually sat down and tried to take it all in and appreciate the turnout that we had. I am composing a list this week of all the attendees, and will make sure all of the vendors receive a list to follow up with potential clients. I heard some great feedback from many of you that participated, that actually got signed contracts and some bookings. The best review came from a bride, who said she planned her entire wedding from the show, and was so relieved. Not only that but her comments were that this show was so much better than the Radisson's and Rose Street. She said that the format allowed her to sit down and actually talk and get to know the vendors, and she loved that. She also said she had such a great time and has never stayed at a show for that long. Two Brides said the the same thing, and that was the purpose of the show. As an engaged couple, it's hard to pick the "right" vendor for every need. How does someone choose? Price isn't the reason, it should be who you work well with, who does quality work, and shares the same vision. It was great to hear that my vision as an Event Planner was achieved. I wanted to change the way Brides and Grooms go about planning their wedding. Much of the time it's about price, rather than personality, service and quality. I truly believe and was told that this environment put Brides in a relaxed manner to truly get to "choose" who they wanted to business with and interview basically.
I had many vendors that want to return, and I'm so happy for that. I will promise not to raise the price, this show wasn't to profit anyone, but promote good wedding professionals in an environment that celebrates Marriage and fun for brides, grooms and their families/bridal parties. Let's continue to try and get more there next time, and make this tradition.
One last note, I had several vendors say that they booked MORE from this show, than any other, and booked more than 3 other shows. Feel free to comment, all of this feedback matters. I was new to this, organizing a wedding EVENT, so feel free to make suggestions to make it better next time. I have done my own critiquing and would love to hear yours. Hopefully this fall it won't be so windy, and I can actually hang the signage I made and not have it BLOW off onto Sprinkle rd! Thanks again to all of you. Please follow my blog for upcoming events. I plan to do a lot more, which many of you may want to participate! thank you for your support and GREAT SHOW!!!! I hope you all earned business from it.
Sincerely,
Kristin