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Behind The Veil

168 episodes - English - Latest episode: 6 days ago - ★★★★★ - 4 ratings

A an award winning podcast that goes Behind The Veil that provides insight into the world of weddings and events. From Mental Health and Wedding Planning to Vendor Meals - A Right or a Privilege, to singers on tour, and even a few famous people. There is nothing we won't tackle! Bringing in the worlds best vendors to provide true, honest, and real advice. The shows are always live, and always unedited.... so you never know what someone is going to let slip out! Host: Keith Willard - Owner of Keith Willard Events. Keith has over two decades of event planning including Director of Catering and Events for The Ritz-Carlton, The One Hotel, and Hyatt Regency. He is known for his no nonsense take of the event world. Knowledge is power and we can all make better choices when we have the facts. Co-Host: Marci Guttenberg - Owner of An Affair To Remember By Marci - Marci is also a long time veteran of the event world but ensures that we follow the proper etiquette!Co-Host: Brooke Logan Stoner- Brooke is the wild card of our trio. You never know what she is going to say. She keeps it honest and keeps it real!Winner of The Telly Award - Best Unscripted Online Series. Winner of the NACE One Award - Innovator of The Year

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Behind The Veil - Photography Continued plus How to maximize your website using SEO's and Photos

November 30, 2021 20:00 - 1 hour - 42 MB

This week we continue our conversation regarding the basics of wedding photography and then dive head first into how businesses can use professional photos to promote their business...including the basics of Sear Engine Optimization.  What is it?  How do you use it?  and does Google really know everything? Our special guest: Jeff Kolodny, is an award winning photographer who has done for a huge array of clients including Jay Leno’s Tonight Show and NASA. His passion for photography started ...

Behidn The Veil - Social Media Basic... Who, What, Where

November 17, 2021 00:00 - 1 hour - 44.3 MB

It is hard to figure out where you should be spending your time.  This weeks guest goes deep into who, what, where, and why!   Skip to minute 40 to hear some of the most interesting info and to get a good laugh! Julian Smith, receives 2 million+ monthly viewers to her Pinterest Board, and her website is #1 in the world for all of her keywords!! Julianne Smith is a nationally recognized wedding accessory designer, digital media strategist, and small business educator. Julianne is the owner o...

Behind The Veil - Dirty Little Secret - Sanitation and Events

November 09, 2021 20:00 - 52 minutes - 36.4 MB

No one really wants to talk about the dirty side of throwing an event, but if you don't, it could quickly take a wrong turn! Many times, it's the first question that planners get from the mother of the bride - "What do the restrooms look like?" ...And for most, thinking about sanitation is not on the top of our list - but it should be! How we handle trash and restroom needs, can make or break an event. Since 2020, most of us have had to deal with how to make sure we take care of person to ...

Behind The Veil - OMG Have To Much Work!! HELP ME!

November 02, 2021 20:00 - 57 minutes - 39.4 MB

How do you stay sane and on top of your work during the busy season? Ever felt like you worked like a dog all day but not actually accomplish anything? Even worse, having so much to do that you don't even know where to begin... We are going to talk about all of this and more. Tips that you will be able to use immediately to help reduce stress and become more efficient! This week we welcome back award winning photographer Lynne Reznick. Lynne is a sought after speaker, especially when it come...

Behind The Veil - Wedding 101 - Flowers and Decor

October 26, 2021 19:00 - 1 hour - 42.9 MB

This week we continue our series focusing on wedding basics. This week we talk about wedding decorations - including centerpieces, ceremony décor, bouquets, and more! Our guest this week Jacqueline Morgan Van Montague – Jacqueline Morgan Van Montague has worked in the luxury floral event business for over 30 years, from London to New York City to South Florida! Working for Royal florist Jane Packer to being the in-house florist at the Ritz Carlton in NYC, Jacqueline has been a preferred fl...

Behind The Veil - Wedding 101 - Makeup

October 20, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 43.7 MB

We continue our series of wedding basics 101 - Wedding Makeup. This week we get into wedding beauty tips & tricks, discuss current trends, what to avoid, and so much more! This weeks guest: Marcia Williams - is the Founder and CEO of Embellish Beauty (www.EmbellishBeauty.com), which sells vegan, gluten-free, cruelty-free, long-lasting, and hydrating lipsticks, lip glosses, and easy-to-apply, comfortable magnetic eyelashes in a range of beautiful styles. She is one of the most sought-after w...

Behind The Veil - Wedding 101 - Transportation

October 12, 2021 19:00 - 57 minutes - 39.7 MB

This week we continue our series about wedding basics. One of which is transportation. In this age of Lift and Uber - when is it appropriate to provide transportation? Then who do you invite? And it's got to be expensive? Or is it? In Oct of 2015, Darah and Joaquin bought Black Pearl Limousine, a company founded in 2004 by a burnt-out owner with rapidly decreasing sales. In the six years since they've been operating the business, they've managed to establish key relationships with local hot...

Behind The Veil - So You Want To Do a Fundraiser...

October 08, 2021 21:00 - 58 minutes - 40.3 MB

Putting on a fundraiser is a great way to give back, especially now. But do you truly know all that goes into producing a fundraiser? How do you go about getting sponsors? and then there are the volunteers - and that is just the beginning. Which begs the question - Will your fundraiser do more harm than good? During this episode of Behind The Veil, we are going to have a straightforward conversation about everything that goes into creating and producing a fundraiser, and the many roadblocks...

Behind The Veil: Planners Perspective

September 29, 2021 18:00 - 1 hour - 42.9 MB

Planning a wedding is not easy task - but what are the things that you can do to make it easier for you and the planner? Planning a wedding is never easy! And that is true for both the client, and the planner. When not able to get across your vision, it can create stress and take up precious planning. And what happens when you get a few months into the process and realize that this is not a good match? Either you aren't getting along with your planner, but also as a planner, not getting alo...

Behind The Veil - The Naked Grape... All about the bubbly with Bottega Prosecco

September 21, 2021 19:00 - 1 hour - 41.8 MB

When it comes to champagne, versus prosecco, versus sparkling wine - many of us have no idea what the difference really is. Tune in to find out the difference, and how to sound like a rock star when describing it to your clients. For Brides, learn what really makes it different and how to pick the perfect option for your wedding. This week we welcome Carolyn Mariani, the Brand Ambassador for one of the most recognizable brands in the world. After enjoying more than 20 years in the duty-free...

Behind The Veil - Do I Really Need A Planner?

September 14, 2021 21:00 - 1 hour - 43.5 MB

When planning a wedding, it's the number one thing that couples feel like they can cut from their budget. Of course, we can plan this wedding ourselves! Between the checklist that are provided by The Knot & Wedding Wire, and everything that we can find on the internet - why do we really need a wedding planner. Having a Day Of person should be enough. But is it really? This week we welcome Bettina Benizri, owner of Busy Bee's Events. We will have a frank and honest conversation about the pros...

Behind The Veil - Celebrity Weddings! The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly!

September 07, 2021 20:00 - 1 hour - 45.5 MB

The Truth behind A-List Celebrity Weddings & Events - There were some connection issues for the first 10 minutes but all is good after that! Marley Majcher is the CEO of The Party Goddess!,  A nationally acclaimed full-service event planning and catering company. From understated elegance to rock star fabulous, Majcher is known for creating the most talked about parties of the year for a client list ranging from top-tier businesses to A-list celebrities such as Snoop Dogg, Sofia Vergara and ...

BTV - All about Flowers and Centerpieces... Flowers 101

August 31, 2021 21:00 - 59 minutes - 40.7 MB

This week, we continue our series about wedding basics. One thing that all weddings have in common is décor.  Some of the first questions you'll be asked is "What are your colors?" and "What are your favorite flowers?" But the rules have changed, and more and more couples are choosing to have recyclable options that DON"T include fresh cut flowers.  This week we welcome Nichole Sellars - the owner of CLE Events & Rentals - a company specializing in unique backdrops and décor. Nichole started...

Behind The Veil - Photography 101

August 24, 2021 19:00 - 1 hour - 44.7 MB

You finally had your perfect day! Over a year and half of planning, worry, and pandemic, you finally got your moment. But - was it captured correctly? Are you worried about how the photos are going to look and did you really hire the right person?  Avoid all of these questions and find out what you should be asking before you hire that pro, and what can be done after the fact. Lynne Reznick is the owner of Lynne Reznick Photography, who was recently named on of the top wedding photographers ...

Behind The Veil - Wedding Burnout!!

August 23, 2021 15:00 - 1 hour - 42 MB

After a year of nothing, and praying for new clients - all of a sudden your wishes have come true! But be careful what you wish for. Now it's starting to get too much and the needs of the clients are different than before. How do you avoid burnout, use resources to grow your business, for the clients that you want, at your pace! helping service-based creative entrepreneurs reach their full potential through “done with you” and “done for you” marketing education, strategies, and copywriting s...

Behind The Veil - All About Wedding Cakes and there is a LOT more to it than you think!!

August 10, 2021 19:00 - 1 hour - 44.3 MB

Finding the perfect wedding cake should be... well - a piece of cake. But there are so many option now available! Plus everyone seems to have an opinion that the truth can get messy. If you are newly engaged, then you know what I am talking about. We are going to get to the bottom of all of the myths and reveal the ingredients that go into finding the perfect cake. Earth and Sugar is a creative confectionery and dessert studio based in West Palm Beach, Florida. Founded in 2009 by self-taught...

Behind The Veil - Live from VEGAS @ the NACE National Conference

August 06, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 45 MB

This week, the show goes on the road!   We get to meet some amazing surprise guests that will talk about everything from a wedding conference that is centered around the use of marijuana ... Yes - you read that right! ... To  Michael Dwor, the CEO of a VerTerra - a company that produces plate ware that is 100% earth friendly.  This all started with their first products being made completely out of palm leaves. And of course ending with one of our favorite NACE (National Association of Cate...

BTV - Offscript conversation between the Co-Hosts - that we're calling: Chit Chat with Fluffy and Stoner

July 27, 2021 19:00 - 47 minutes - 32.4 MB

This week we had some technical difficulties with our guests - soooo - we've replaced the episode with a conversation between Keith Willard and Co-Host Brooke Logan Stoner. This is a real inside look into what the conversations are like between the Co-Hosts before the camera turns on! Host:  Keith Willard Co-Host: Brooke Logan Stoner Support the Show. Behind The Veil Crew: Host: Keith Willard www.keithwillardevents.com www.instagram.com/keithwillard Co- Host: Marci Guttenberg www.an...

Behind The Veil: There is No Such Thing as Getting Your 15 Minutes in The Event Industry & Here Is Why!

July 20, 2021 19:00 - 56 minutes - 39 MB

Everyone believes that if they can just get their 15 minutes - that life is going to be good...but it's not that easy - especially now!  Here is what you have to do to become successful, and sustain that success, in the event world. Our special guest - Shari Lynn Krammer has done it all...and you might just recognize her name as one of the original Editorial Directors of BIZBASH South Florida - an event industry magazine and website. Shari graduated from SI Newhouse School of Public Commun...

Behind The Veil - Let's Get Real with Goodshuffle Pro's Karen Gordon

July 14, 2021 15:00 - 1 hour - 43.5 MB

This week we welcome our friends at Good Shuffle - A Powerful Event Rental Management Software. This is definitely a show to tune in for!! Not only will we be talking about Good Shuffle and what they bring to the event industry - but we are also going to be delving into the realities of event and wedding planning - The Good, The Bad, and The Not So Pretty. It's been a tough 16 months and everyone has been put through the ringer. The stress to create a perfect day was tough before - but now...

Behing The Veil - The Self Employed Life

July 13, 2021 16:00 - 1 hour - 43.6 MB

Who hasn't said at some point, "Maybe I should go work for myself"? Being self-employed definitely has it perks, but it's also scary as sh*t! Advances in technology, changes in trends, or even a pandemic, can destroy a business - and usually without any warning.  This week we welcome Jeffrey Shaw, the author of a new book aptly titled "The Self-Employed Life". We will talk about the pros, cons, myths, and truths about being self-employed. Jeffrey will also give insights in how to stay succes...

Behind The Veil - Productivity and Social Meda with Angel Proffitt

June 29, 2021 19:00 - 1 hour - 42.6 MB

It seems like everyone is doing it, but should you be as well? Just because someone else jumps off a bridge, you know the saying. But - is it something you should be thinking about doing? How do you get started? And what about finding followers! Is this something that could help build your brand and build more business, or is it just more hot air? Time to find our way through the Bull Sh*t and get some straightforward answers! This week on Behind The Veil, we welcome Angela Proffitt to talk...

Behind The Veil - Entrepreneurship 101

June 22, 2021 23:00 - 1 hour - 42.7 MB

When is it the right time to hire an employee versus contract workers?  Does a Business Plan have to be written?  These questions and many more are answered on today's podcast, with special guest Michelle Loretta   With a degree in accounting, it seemed like Michelle had her career laid out for her when she began working in the corporate world at companies like Deloitte and Coach. It wasn’t until she started a stationery business in 2004 that she discovered what many already knew at the tim...

Behind The Veil - Harmony and Balance

June 18, 2021 16:00 - 1 hour - 42.6 MB

This week it's all about Harmony and Balance. How do you ensure that all of your clients quirky ideas come to life while protecting your brand? How do you also find balance between work and home when your self employed? We all try to be as accessible to our clients as possible, day or night - but at some point something has to give. Our guest this week may have the answers that you are looking for! Margaux Fraise is the owner and creative director of Harmony Creative Studio, an award-winning...

Behind The Veil: Tech & Wedding w/ Eddie Babbage - Founder/CEO of Timeline Genius

June 09, 2021 01:00 - 1 hour - 51.2 MB

Reminder that this show is recorded LIVE.  Todays opening will go on the blooper real when Co-Host Brooke Logan Stoner didn't realize we were live before telling us how her day was REALLY going!  LOL This week we welcome Eddie Babbage - CEO and Founder of Timeline Genius.  We discussed everything from what is Timeline Genius to our fascination with the British show "Black Mirror".   Definitely worth a listen - but stay on until "After The Veil" when things get deep and the questions get per...

Behind The Veil: Spotlight Frost 321 - Wedding Extras

June 01, 2021 22:00 - 1 hour - 42.8 MB

A wedding typically has the big five - Venue, Catering, Florals, Photography, and Entertainment.  With these covered, you have a party read to go.  But then what about the extras?  This could be everything from favors to nitrogen ice cream. This week we welcome Amy Fisher - Franchise owner of Frost 321.  Frost provides frozen delights that have been dropped to a negative 321 degrees with the use of Nitrogen.  This includes the ability to freeze alcohol so that it can be integrated with thes...

Behind The Veil: What the F is going on?

May 25, 2021 20:00 - 1 hour - 42.2 MB

Events are coming back in a huge way but there are shortages everywhere!  From being able to get a hold of sales people at hotels to the massive global floral shortage, it seems we may be ready to get back to events, but the world at large may not. Special Guest: Jill Vidal - Raines - Owner of EB Event Rental & Design in Houston Texas. Behind The Veil Host: Keith Willard Behind The Veil Crew: Marci Gutenberg - An Affair To Remember By Marci Brooke Logan Stoner - Keith Willard Events Suppo...

Behind The Veil: Rentals and More

May 19, 2021 21:00 - 1 hour - 42.8 MB

This week we welcome Heather Rouffe - Director of Sales and Partner at Atlas Party Rental. We go in depth into how Covid has changed the world of rentals, the process that couples go through, and how you as a the client can make rentals truly work for you. Be aware that there was a few audio feedback issues that we are working to resolve on future episodes! Host: Keith Willard Behind The Veil Crew: Marci Guttenberg - An Affair To Remember By Marci Brooke Logan Stoner - Keith Willard Events...

Behind The Veil: A Raw & Very Personal View Into What It Takes To Be an Event Pro

May 14, 2021 12:00 - 28 minutes - 19.7 MB

This week we get personal.  Our South Florida community lost a major leader after a long battle with lung cancer.  Her name was Tara Horner and she was loved. Our Behind The Veil crew talks about the qualities that made her an exceptional leader and how we all do everything that we can to hide what is happening in our personal lives to ensure that our clients have the best day of their lives. The good and the bad about what we do.  A first-hand look at being an event pro. Support the Show...

Behind The Veil: Pre and Post Covid - What rules will stay and what rules will go?

May 04, 2021 19:00 - 1 hour - 42.6 MB

Now that we are starting to see the idea of a post COVID-19 world ... What are things that we instituted during Covid that make sense to keep, and what things are going to go bye bye as fast as possible!  Masks, Sanitation Stations, Seating Charts, and more... we even delve into the idea of requiring guests to be vaccinated! We all agreed that based on the responses, that how you feel about certain subjects related to Covid, are going to join the lists of not to talk about... Politics, Reli...

Behind The Veil: Wedding Planning 101

April 27, 2021 19:00 - 1 hour - 42.5 MB

 This week it's back to basics. What should you be thinking about when first starting to plan a wedding. From finding the perfect venue to finding the perfect vendor, our panel will give you insights into how to start planning. This includes some mistakes that other couples have made, so that you can avoid them!  Host: Keith Willard - Keith Willard Events Behind The Veil Crew: Marci Guttenberg - An Affair To Remember by Marci Brooke Logan Stoner Special Guest: Nichole Sellars - CLE Events & ...

Behind The Veil: Wedding Nightmares!

April 20, 2021 19:00 - 1 hour - 41.3 MB

This weeks show, Wedding Nightmares, has been the most requested theme for Behind The Veil. Let's face it - everyone loves a train wreck especially when it's not our own. Every event pro has a story of something crazy, over the top, or totally unexpected! Human beings in general are messy - now throw in a pressure cooker environment like a wedding, with a whole bunch of alcohol, a dash of in laws, a pinch of insecurity, and create a timer with the buttons that parents have installed since yo...

Behind The Veil: It's In The Details ... room blocks and more

April 14, 2021 18:00 - 1 hour - 41.6 MB

When you think about weddings and events - you normally don't defer to thinking about room blocks and travel plans. This includes all the details that go into contract negotiations, room block setups, and transportation issues that can literally make or break your wedding! This week's guest is Michael McGee - Managing Partner of DME Meetings & Incentives and DME. Michael started his career as a banquet manager learning the ins and outs of hotels, leading to positions as Director of Catering ...

Behind The Veil: F.. This S.. Changing Burnout for Bliss

April 06, 2021 20:00 - 1 hour - 42.3 MB

We have all been there! Covid burnout!! So much so that we just want to say F... This Sh..! Either with moving forward with planning or dealing with the constant changes of dates and details.  This week we welcome a Behind The Veil favorite - Rachel Sheerin - who is going to help all of us (couples and vendors) deal with Covid Burnout and help us find our way back to joy and success! Rachel Sheerin is an international keynote speaker and award-winning trainer who inspires audiences to sell m...

Behind The Veil: Sympathy Versus Sympathy

March 30, 2021 19:00 - 59 minutes - 41.3 MB

In the time that it takes to plan a wedding, a lot can happen to us personally. Brides and Planners can go through death, diseases, financial issues, and Covid, just to name a few. When should you have Empathy versus Sympathy? Then what? When is it time to cut the cord? For brides - when do you start looking for someone else? For Wedding Pros, when is it time to do more than listen? Leah Weinberg is the Owner & Creative Director of Color Pop Events and author of newly published The Wedding R...

Behind The Veil: Sympathy Versus Sympathy

March 30, 2021 19:00 - 59 minutes - 41.3 MB

In the time that it takes to plan a wedding, a lot can happen to us personally. Brides and Planners can go through death, diseases, financial issues, and Covid, just to name a few. When should you have Empathy versus Sympathy? Then what? When is it time to cut the cord? For brides - when do you start looking for someone else? For Wedding Pros, when is it time to do more than listen? Leah Weinberg is the Owner & Creative Director of Color Pop Events and author of newly published The Wedding R...

Behind The Veil: Great Expectations - Setting Boundries and Expectations with your clients

March 23, 2021 23:00 - 1 hour - 43.4 MB

In this day in age - we have all become very good and pivoting our thoughts and words to help ensure our clients stay excited. But how do you not sugarcoat things will keeping this joyous? how do you create boundaries, set realistic expectations, all the while you are making sure your clients stay excited? These questions are even harder now when the world is so fluid with the introduction of vaccines. It's a wild wild world! Jennifer Taylor is the principal of Jen Taylor Consulting, a consu...

Behind The Veil: Wedding Shaming

March 16, 2021 19:00 - 56 minutes - 38.7 MB

It seems that Covid has allowed everyone to share their opinion about your wedding! Everything from "how could you?" to "what are you thinking?" are becoming part of the norm when it comes to responses from friends and family. How do you respond? When is it considered abuse? We welcome back Dr. Tania Paredes to answer these questions and more! Tania is a clinical social worker in Miami with a private practice in Brickell Avenue in Miami and Ft. Lauderdale specializing in Individual & Relatio...

Behind The Veil: Technology and The Guest Experience

March 09, 2021 23:00 - 1 hour - 46.3 MB

Technology has evolved quickly over the last year allowing planners and couples to do more than ever virtually. But what are options are out there?  What are the pros and the cons of moving to a digital format for couples and the vendors?  We welcome Nora Sheils, the co-founder of Rock Paper Coin, the first software platform to bring together wedding planners, couples, and vendors into one system for managing and paying contracts and invoices. She is also the founder and lead wedding planner...

Behind The Veil: Inclusive Marketing to and for the LGBTQ+ Community

March 02, 2021 22:00 - 1 hour - 43.5 MB

Could you be discriminating without even realizing it? Are you doing enough to be inclusive in your marketing? This week we welcome Brittny Drye founder and editor-in-chief of Love Inc., the leading equality-minded wedding blog and print publication. Her inclusive efforts have been celebrated by the New York Times, Forbes, The Advocate, OUT Magazine, Refinery29,NY Daily News, Cosmopolitan, and more. Learn what you should be doing to help attract LGBTQ+ clients and ensure that the service you...

Behind The Veil: Covid Ettiquete - What you can or can't ask your guests, and vendors, to do

February 23, 2021 21:00 - 58 minutes - 40.4 MB

In this episode we talk about the all intrusive subject of Covid.   Invitations - what is appropriate to ask your guests and how do you get across a message of safety without overwhelming the romantic vibe.  Is it appropriate to tell your guests that they must get vaccinated before the wedding?  What obligations do you have before and after the wedding when it comes to finding out someone has tested positive? We are all going through Covid burnout which is made worse by the ever-changing pr...

Behind The Veil: Selling Successfully - Challenges Sales People Need to Overcome and What a Client Should Be Looking Out For

February 16, 2021 20:00 - 1 hour - 48.5 MB

Events are starting to come back and with it comes the opportunity to sell to new couples. But has Covid-19 changed the game? What should Catering Managers and other sales professionals take into consideration when trying to seal the deal. The same can be asked of couples...what should couples think about when looking to contract their wedding vendors? This week we welcome Meryl Snow, an expert in the selling process! Meryl Snow carries 30 years of experience owning event planning, high-end...

Behind The Veil - Entertaining The Masses

February 09, 2021 21:00 - 1 hour - 43.9 MB

 A bad DJ or Band can destroy a wedding that took months, or even years, of planning. There is literally no way to recover from having a sub par performance from your entertainment choice. This means you better be damn sure that you have chosen correctly. But where to start? How do you figure out what you need? Does it fit your budget? Who should you trust? Tune in for a straightforward and honest conversation about what you should know before you go!  Special Guest: Todd Rose - Owner of Cel...

Behind The Veil - Clubhouse! The hottest invitation only app - What is it? is it worth it?

February 02, 2021 20:00 - 1 hour - 41.6 MB

Today we welcome back Renee Sabo - owner of Urban Soiree out of Boston to talk about the hottest new social media app, Clubhouse.  This iPhone user and invitation only app is all the talk, but what is it?  Is it worth it?  Host: Keith Willard - Keith Willard Events Behind The Veil Crew: Marci Guttenberg - An Affair To Remember ByMarci Brooke Logan Stoner -Keith Willard Events Special Guest: Renee Sabo - owner of Urban Soiree out of Boston and the host of the podcast: The Confetti Hour. On...

Behind The Veil - Looking Forward With Lessons Learned from 2020

January 26, 2021 23:00 - 1 hour - 43.2 MB

This week we welcome Tara Horner with the Boca Lago Country Club and Robin Ernst, Photographer and Owner of Sand And Sea Studios The light at the end of the tunnel is right there!  We can all see it, but now we have to be more careful than ever.  Both as business owners and as brides.  Listen and learn to many of the trials and tribulations that these two companies have gone through, their recent successes, and their hopes for tomorrow.  Added bonus - Robin Ernst is also a bride getting mar...

Behind The Veil - Going Green - Finding, Buying, and Selling gently used items for your BoHo Chic Wedding

January 19, 2021 21:00 - 1 hour - 42 MB

Going Green is all the rage.  One use items are a thing of the past, including finding a previously owned wedding dress, backdrops, and other decor.  We all know Etsy and Ebay but what about other sites.  Once the wedding is done, where do you go to sell?  Today's show is full of tips and insights plus a lot of laughter!  Stay tuned past the commercial for After The Veil where you will get to see all the participant let their hair down a little. Today's special guest is Jason Thrifts - the ...

Behind The Veil - Do's and Don'ts of DIY Weddings with CEO of Rent My Wedding

January 12, 2021 21:00 - 59 minutes - 40.6 MB

 This week we welcome Marie Kubin - founder and CEO of RENT MY WEDDING, the nation’s largest online event rental company. The company offers do-it-yourself rentals including event lighting, pipe and drape, photo booths, backdrops, chair covers, and more. DIY is bigger than ever. What should you think about before Doing It Yourself, and when should you call an expert?  Listen all the way to the end - with a new segment at the end of each broadcast called After The Veil where our crew talks a...

Behind The Veil Season 2 Episode 1: Finding Your Brand

January 05, 2021 20:00 - 1 hour - 41.5 MB

What is a brand?  How do you find your brand?  How do you use it? Kate Patay, CPCE, is the Chief Strategy Officer of Patay Consulting, a firm designed to help businesses and individuals discover and amplify their authentic brand and image. She is an international speaker, brand strategist, consultant, hospitality influencer, SEARCH Foundation Chairwoman and an Ambassador for the Meetings Mean Business Coalition and AllSeated. Host: Keith Willard Behind The Veil Crew: Marci Guttenberg - An ...

Behind The Veil Episode 17: Wedding Trends of 2021

December 29, 2020 21:00 - 1 hour - 43.4 MB

Today we curated a list of the best ...and the worst wedding trends of 2021.  The show does have a lot of pictures so to see the photos check out the YouTube video on our YouTube Channel: www.youtube.com/c/keithwillardevents/ Trends discussed:  Invitations - going green.  Decor - That 70's show, Ceremony - going BoHo, Let Hang floral centerpieces, and wedding dresses...less is more! Host: Keith Willard - Keith Willard Events Panel: Marci Guttenberg with An Affair To Remember By Marci Nicho...

Behind The Veil Episode 16: Technology and Weddings with CMO and Co-Founder of AllSeated - Sandy Hammer

December 23, 2020 15:00 - 1 hour - 41.5 MB

Today's show is proof that we record every episode live! Technology is everywhere and has proven to be vital in planning a wedding especially during recent times.  Behind The Veil talks to one of the leading wedding and event tech companies to find out where they started and where they are going.  How has wedding planning changed, for better and for worse. Sandy Hammer is the Co-Found and CMO of AllSeated - a multi layer online wedding and event diagram program,  that allows users at a click...