INTRODUCING OUR EDUCATORS!

Taylor de la Fuente is an award-winning writer, champion for inclusive language and the owner of Lemon Tree Editorial. As a website copywriter serving the wedding industry, Taylor writes authentic and inclusive web copy for wedding pros who want to sell their services while they sleep. Before starting Lemon Tree Editorial, she worked in journalism, SEO and marketing. You can find Taylor online at www.lteditorial.com and @lteditorial.

A user experience designer by trade, Jordan’s background in art and design isn’t just professional—it’s been a deep-seated passion for as long as he can remember. After years in the advertising industry working in web design and user experience with major brands like Pepsi, Visa, Toyota, and Mercedes, Jordan knew it was time he took his creativity offline so he could get his hands dirty. Out of that realization, he launched a custom brooch business which, ultimately, evolved into wedding stationery, perfectly marrying his experience in digital design with his love for crafting.

Thus, his boutique design firm, A Good Day, was born to serve planners and their couples eclectic, one-of-a-kind stationery that establishes a unique brand for each event. From save-the-dates and invitations to day-of signage and menus, Jordan draws inspiration from his diverse array of interests spanning fashion, architecture, interior design, and film to curate an aesthetic that perfectly matches each clients’ vision for their celebration.

Utilizing his extensive UX experience, Jordan also regularly works with creatives on digital projects, to ensure they are capturing the very essence of their brand.

Jordan was recently recognized by BizBash as one of the Most Innovative People in 2020 for his creative, holistic approach to virtual events.

Hey there! I’m Kyle, and the things you need to know about me are few.

Me in a nutshell: Everything I do is for my family. At my core, I’m a husband, son, brother, traveler, photographer, educator, and friend. And I absolutely love what I do.

Know that I truly do care about your results. Know that I truly do put my *everything* into the courses, coaching programs, and workshops I create. And know that I fully lead with the REAL step-by-step strategies that can help you get from where you are now – to where you want to go.

I’ve been an entrepreneur since my early teenage years, but didn’t go full time as a creative entrepreneur until 2008 after getting my Bachelors of Business Management. From then on, I dove head first into photography – which ultimately led me down the path in the fashion industry, the fine art industry, and the wedding industry. My client list and my press includes companies and magazines like Coach, Harper’s Bazaar, Esquire Magazine, Conde Nast Traveler, Maxim, Adidas, Amazon, Style Me Pretty, The Knot, Wedding Wire, Martha Stewart Weddings, Brides Magazine, Seattle Bride, Seattle Metropolitan Bride & Groom, Honeybook, Rising Tide Society, and many other leading industry publications. I’ve also had the sincere pleasure of photographing for many commercial companies, both large and small over the last decade. I’m sincerely grateful for every single one of them, and for the others yet to come.

My experience ultimately led me into the world of education. It began with in-person workshops in 2009, then 1:1 coaching for 7 years, and in 2017, I launched my online education programs and virtual coaching systems. And since then, I have helped hundreds of creative entrepreneurs from around the world achieve very big things.  For a look at some of them, please feel free to visit my reviews page here on my website.

You want big results. I get it. You want a transformation. And I sincerely want to help you achieve everything you’ve been dreaming of.

All you have to do is take action. You just have to take a leap of faith. And if you’re ever on the fence about signing up to any one of my courses or coaching programs – just reach out to me personally, and let’s chat. I really am here to help.

Let’s do this. Together.

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Katherine Frost, a native Texan and fourth generation event planner, hosting charitable events eventually taking party planning out of the family home and into corporations and luxury weddings. A Frosted Affair all started with her little sister’s debutant party. It was just a snowflake in the eye of the owner and now is a family business, changing the way people dream, plan, and execute events. The goal with each event is to create a unique guest experience that is extraordinary and more memorable than the last. Thinking outside of the box, A Frosted Affair will soon be the leader in events planning.

Before launching her own event planning business, Katherine worked for Destination Management Company, or DMC, and worked with small and large conventions visiting Denver and our surrounding mountain towns. Katherine was responsible for building relationships with vendor partnerships, creating enticing proposals, and executing events onsite. Being fortunate to work for such an amazing team of individuals, Katherine knew it was only a matter of time before she felt confident enough to leap out on her own.

While planning luxury events, this young CEO started asking the question, with all these apps out there why is there not one to help me to do what? This major question sparked an journey to explore what was out there and deciding to team up with a robust tech team to bring an operational software designed to help fellow planners plan more efficiently. ORO’s design is to have all event details at a planners finger tips while on the go. Having full control over the information that is sent separately to vendors and clients alike.

Graduating from Southern Methodist University, Katherine immediately ventured into the wonderful world of ski instructing. She worked with high-end clients and “VIP’s” to ensure even the littlest guests were having the best experience in Beaver Creek possible. Working with three to six year olds proceeded to be a wonderful patience building experience. Learning how to explain, demonstrate, and give lots of encouragement is something Katherine has carried over into working with clients now.

Katherine holds a bachelor’s degree in Art and Elementary School Education from SMU. She is currently on several committees and nonprofit boards helping the events teams increase their profit from the events themselves. As an ambitious entrepreneur, Katherine is taking her time to find the right board that aligns with her passions and energy. She thoroughly enjoys working with so many at the moment, and helping them navigate the gala and golf tournament waters and elevate these events into a special event for the participants and affordable for the charities.   

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Serena is a taco-loving, coffee-drinking, nap-obsessed #boymom (of one) and wife that enjoys hiking, traveling, surfing, yoga, flowers, organizing, reading, online shopping, and dreaming up her next big adventure.

Serena started Delegate and Elevate six years ago after working in catering sales, business development, and project management within the wedding + hospitality industry for almost 10 years. D&E is a social media marketing agency that helps busy wedding & creative industry professionals offload social media + blogging so they can get back to the things they love. She resides in sunny St. Augustine, Florida.

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With over 19 years running award-winning planning firm, Bridal Bliss, founder Nora Sheils possesses an intimate grasp on the ins and outs of the wedding industry. In her time working with countless couples and leading a team of 30+ women, she recognized a need for a more effective, streamlined approach to the often-daunting contract and invoice process. Thus, in 2018, Rock Paper Coin was born in partnership with her sister-in-law, Elizabeth, and the two have been committed to bringing together event professionals and couples ever since.

Nora’s industry experience has led her to become a thought leader in the way of project management, operational efficiency, business expansion, and team dynamics. Her expertise extends to event professionals who discover increased productivity through Rock Paper Coin, as well as those who hear her speak onstage. She was recently recognized by Portland Business Journal in its 40 Under 40 series. 

In her spare time, Nora can be found spending quality time with her family, often over a long family-style spread of food and a glass of great sparkling wine. She also appreciates the chance to explore the vibrant culture and food scene of the Pacific Northwest, particularly in her beloved hometown of Portland.

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Sanya Percic, Editor of Ellwed Magazine Bio

After finishing Fine Arts and Masters in Design with the major in Branding, Sanya created a destination wedding planning brand which led her to start the Ellwed Magazine.

It was while working as a destination wedding planner, when she realised the niche gap in this market and Ellwed was born. Ellwed is the first international boutique magazine for destination weddings in Greece. Available digitally and in bespoke print. A platform providing information and inspiration to all the brides who want to get married in Greece and wedding professionals who want to work there.

She is a regular contributor to the International Trend Report by Weddings Academy. Sanya’s interviews were published on different blogs, magazines and newspapers, along with the expert advice articles on destination wedding trends.

Ellwed cover shoots were featured in numerous major wedding blogs like Green Wedding Shoes, Martha Stewart Weddings, Wedding Chicks, Ruffled, B. Loved, and many other blogs. Among others their shoots were featured in the book Seasons of Yes as well as the International Trend Report.

Sanya believes in community over competition and helping fellow creatives achieve their goals and potentials through multiple outlets such as the Ellwed Blog, Magazine, Treasury and Ellwed Talks Podcast! She strives to grow and elevate the Destination Wedding Industry as she believes that beautiful and successful events are in everyone’s best interest.

As the Editor of the blog and magazine she can give you the first-hand experience and insider knowledge of the submission process. We will talk about who can submit, How to submit and the mistakes she sees people make when submitting.