Aug 25, 2008

ABC State Educational Conference

This past weekend I was present at the Association of Bridal Consultants - Florida Branch "A La Carte" 2008 State Meeting. What a time I had! I carpooled with and shared a room with Cassandra Cherneski of Flaire Weddings & Events. It was wonderful to spend some great quality time with other planners in the State of Florida. Also present were:
I'm sorry I can't list everyone!!
I can guarantee you that everyone had a fantastic time. I attended, thinking that it was an opportunity for me to relax, do some socializing and perhaps learn something. Well, let me tell you, I learned a TON, socialized a little bit and did a little relaxing as well. There was also that perfect Saturday evening...in the Luna lounge...watching the Jacksonville Jaguars defeat the Tampa Bay Buccaneers!! How fantastic is that? It was a sight to be seen...four women, hooting and hollering at a football game! of all things. We loved it. I think that everyone got a kick out of my blessing of the bucs on Sunday, reminding them that it was only "pre-season" :-)

What did I learn? Many, many things. The breakout sessions I attended were as follows:
  1. Overcoming Tentaphobia (taught by Jesse Caya of Fast Party Rentals)
  2. Kick Start Getting Started (taught by Rob Meli)
  3. Marketing Plans for Startup (taught by Judy Zimmerman)
  4. Contract Clauses for Non Lawyers (taught by Kenya Washington)
  5. Multimedia Marketing Strategies for Established Businesses (also taught by Judy)
  6. Defogging Blogging (taught by Kerline Docteur)
I also attended a hands on floral workshop, which was taught by the very talented Jennifer McCloud, Flowers by Jenny. The floral workshop was definitely my favorite! We actually produced both a boutonniere and a bridal bouquet.

I'm looking forward to the next conference already. I really would do that every weekend if I could.

until next time.....

HAPPY PLANNING!
Posted by Layla D. Smith
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