WEVA AUDIO: Bridal Industry Leaders Share Insights
May 28, 2005
Sarasota, FL - With the cost of high-quality video equipment decreasing, and competition for bookings increasing, what is the present and future scope of wedding video business for professional videographers?
To answer that vital question, and address other key issues, the Wedding & Event Videographers Association International (WEVA) has reached out to leading organizations within the national and regional bridal industry and arranged face-to-face discussions with WEVA International members at local WEVA events across the country.
WEVA Hosts Bridal Industry Panels Nationwide
At the city-stops on this year's 7th Annual WEVA Town Meeting Tour special Bridal Industry Panel discussions, organized and presented by WEVA, featured national and regional bridal media editors, leading wedding consultants, and bridal industry association leaders.
Included were: Modern Bride Magazine, The Knot, The Perfect Wedding Guide, The WeddingPages, I Do Magazine, members from the Association of Bridal Consultants and the National Association of Catering Executives, as well as nationally-recognized members of WEVA International.
At the forefront: Is wedding video business up or down for professional videographers – and the bridal industry overall? According to the panelists at each WEVA Town Meeting city-stop, from New York to San Francisco, “It all depends....”
 At the 2005 WEVA Town Meeting held in Chicago, the Bridal Industry Panel, moderated by WEVA International Chairman Roy Chapman, included Joe Chambers-Chicago WeddingPages magazine; Larissa Goldenberg-Design by Larissa; Glynis Hutson-Elegant Impressions; Jane Skarosi-Weddings by Jane; Kris Malandruccolo-Elegant Videos by Kris; Brett Culp-Creative Video Productions; and Judy Alden of Jul Wil Consulting.
In the following three, exclusive WEVA Audio Media File excerpts from the Chicago Q&A panel, you can listen in on the real-world bridal business insights, and successful marketing strategies discussed by seasoned professionals who have their fingers on the pulse of the industry.
WEVA Audio Media File #1 – “Compared to last year, is wedding business, and bridal budgets, up or down? Let's start with Joe Chambers from the Chicago WeddingPages...” Click Here ( Log-In, click on the WEVA-TV Link located under the Members Only Special Services Section at the top of the page - Allow for Windows Media download.)
WEVA Audio Media File #2 – “What is the current state of business opportunity for professional wedding & event videographers?” Click Here ( Log-In, click on the WEVA-TV Link located under the Members Only Special Services Section at the top of the page - Allow for Windows Media download.)
WEVA Audio Media File #3 – “How do wedding consultants select the videographers they recommend, and how can a professional videographer increase referrals from top consultants -- and increase bookings?” Click Here ( Log-In, click on the WEVA-TV Link located under the Members Only Special Services Section at the top of the page - Allow for Windows Media download.)
“WEVA International is pleased to be working together with so many of our nation’s leading bridal media organizations, and our industry's affiliated trade associations in order to help WEVA members and the bridal industry at large connect with one another. The goal is to encourage and support intra-industry communication for the benefit of all,” said Chapman.
“The outstanding information and insights shared during the special Bridal Industry Panel presentations contributed significantly to the success, and unique value, of this year's WEVA Town Meetings. Suggestions from the panelists have prompted a brand new and exciting industry-wide promotion program that will be spotlighted at WEVA EXPO 2005 on August 8-11,” Chapman said, adding that preliminary details will be announced soon.
WEVA Audio Media File excerpts are an educational service and resource provided by the Wedding & Event Videographers Association International (WEVA). The largest trade association for professional wedding and event videographers, WEVA International is dedicated to advancing the professional interests of videographers worldwide through continuing education, technical support, group benefits, advocacy committees and professional development training. For more information regarding professional videography and WEVA International activities and membership, including the WEVA Institute, the WEVA Town Meeting Tour, and the 15th Annual Wedding & Event Video Expo (August 8-11, 2005), visit www.weva.com, or contact the association office at 941-923-5334 or email: [email protected]
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