Hello Veronica,

Well, it is already May, and here in North Carolina, it is already starting to get hot. Of course, May doesn't just mean here comes the heat, it also means Here Come Those Weddings!

Your leadership team has been burning the midnight oil and working to create new opportunities and benefits for all of our members. I am so grateful for their insight, hard work, and the way that they are working to put our members in a position of authority in the wedding industry.

If you don't already know, the majority of our members are super planners (and vendors), the best of the best, and we want to make sure that everyone is on an increase. If you have questions, you can always call the home office and Michole will put you in contact with the right person, or sign you up for the right education or webinar, or in-person meeting that you need to launch you in the right direction.

We’ve got exciting things in the works to help you grow, shine, and stand out.

First up—our Updated Points Grid is almost here, making it easier (and more rewarding!) to track your progress toward new designations, including a NEW designation - Destination Wedding Planner.

We’re also putting the finishing touches on our brand-new ABC Wedding Hotel Certification—a program that will recognize top-notch properties that go above and beyond for couples and wedding pros.

And that’s just the beginning… we’ve got even more up our sleeves to support your success this season and beyond.

Watch your inbox—these updates are just the beginning!

May 7 - Unveiling Your Freedom Formula: Mastering the 3 Roles of a Thriving Wedding Business

May 7 - ABC MD/DC Spring Meeting

May 15 - NC - Let’s Wine About Weddings

May 20 - Flower Day - Indiana / Kentucky State Meeting

May 21 - Finding Your Voice to Pursue Your Dreams presented by Jennifer Allen

May 28 - Hyatt All Inclusive Properties Showcase

Be sure to click the link and attend!! Get out there and network!

Please note, to respect the speakers and time of the members who are on the webinar during their lunch hour, registration for events stops at the time the webinar begins. If you wait until the last second to register, you may need to watch the replay, so register early. In addition, we will stop at 100 registrations per online webinar.

5 Ways to Protect Your Sanity During Peak Wedding Season

Let’s be honest—wedding season is magical… and also a little bit mayhem. Between timelines, vendor calls, emotional couples, and endless to-do lists, even the most seasoned planners can feel the pressure. But you don’t have to lose your mind (or your weekends) to make it through. Here are five tried-and-true ways to stay grounded while making the magic happen:

1. Set Boundaries (And Stick to Them)

Just because you can be available 24/7 doesn’t mean you should be. Let clients know your response times and carve out “off” hours. Protecting your time protects your creativity.

2. Plan Your Own Timeline

Treat yourself like a client—schedule admin days, meal breaks, and breathing room before events. Add buffer time in your calendar to regroup after a big wedding weekend.

3. Use the ABC Job Board

You’re only one person, and this isn’t the time to be a hero. Need help? The ABC Job Board connects you with assistants and vendors who understand the wedding-day hustle. Don’t wait until you're overwhelmed—delegate early!

4. Keep a “Win List”

When things feel chaotic, jot down what went right each week. A happy bride, a saved rainy day, a vendor who crushed it. It’s a quick mood boost and a great reminder that you’re crushing it, too.

5. Lean on Your ABC Family

Attend a local meeting, join a webinar, or drop into the Facebook group. A little encouragement (and a few laughs) from others who get it can make all the difference.

Peak season is a marathon, but you don’t have to run it alone. You’ve got a community, resources, and a whole lot of experience in your corner—use them!