ABC Weddings Unveiled Podcast

In this episode of ABC Weddings Unveiled, we sit down with entrepreneur and event industry educator Ekima Smith, founder of EDCAC and The Five Collective. With a background in finance and accounting for major corporations like CITI Group, LBrands, and Nationwide Insurance, Ekima brings a unique perspective to the event industry—helping creatives understand the business behind the beauty. We discus...

Weddings are built on beautiful details—but what happens when something goes wrong? In this episode, we’re diving into the side of weddings that no one wants to think about—but every professional needs to understand risk, liability, and protection. Natalie Rainey from The Event Helper joins us to break down real-world wedding disasters, what could have been prevented, and how event insurance plays...

ABC Weddings Unveiled Live: My First Sandals Group Contract with Casey Pittman In this special live-recorded episode of ABC Weddings Unveiled, we sit down with wedding planner and travel advisor Casey Pittman, PWP, as she shares her real-life experience booking her very first Sandals group contract. From taking a leap of faith and transitioning from a full-time career into the wedding and travel i...

Michele Fox Gott has spent over two decades producing some of the most iconic, globally recognized weddings and celebrity events in the world. As the founder of Center of Attention Events and the creator of Luxury Wedding Escapes, Michele is redefining how destination weddings are planned—and experienced. In this episode, we explore leadership in the wedding industry, the shift away from remote pl...

Styled shoots are more than just beautiful photos—they’re powerful business tools when used strategically. In this episode of ABC Weddings Unveiled, host Veronica Foster sits down with Master Wedding Planner Colleen Bauer, founder of Fairy Godmother Events, to break down how wedding professionals can leverage styled shoots to elevate their brand, build meaningful industry relationships, and ultima...

Social media doesn’t have to feel overwhelming — or like a full-time job. In this episode, we’re joined by Nina Addeo, founder of I Do Wedding Marketing, to talk about what’s actually working right now on social media for wedding professionals. Nina shares practical strategies to help planners, designers, and creatives grow their visibility, attract aligned couples, and show up online with confide...

In this episode of ABC Weddings Unveiled, we’re diving into a conversation that every wedding professional needs to hear—but few are having. Veronica Foster is joined by Registered Psychotherapist and founder of I Do Therapy, Anansia Leslie-Bailey, to explore the intersection of mental health, culture, and wedding planning. Together, they unpack what’s really happening beneath the surface when cou...

Weddings rarely go exactly as planned — and that’s where true leadership shines. In this episode, we’re joined by Callie Rackley Carr, an Accredited Wedding Planner with more than a decade of experience planning weddings across the Southeast. Callie shares real-world stories from behind the scenes, offering insight into crisis management, decision-making under pressure, and what it takes to lead c...

In this episode of ABC Weddings Unveiled, we dive deeper into what it really takes to elevate the wedding industry. From professional standards and certifications to collaboration and leadership, we explore how wedding pros can move from simply booking events to building lasting influence. If you’re ready to grow, connect, and lead with intention — this conversation is for you.

In this episode, we sit down with Catrina Reese to talk about what it really takes to build a successful and sustainable career in the wedding industry. From navigating growth and change to staying grounded in your values, Catrina shares real-world insights drawn from her experience behind the scenes of weddings and events. We explore leadership, business mindset, and the importance of strong rela...

In our premiere episode, ABC President Veronica Foster is joined by the full ABC leadership team to unpack the biggest shifts from 2025, the trends shaping 2026, new education pathways, travel opportunities, and what’s ahead for World of Weddings. A powerful, honest look at where the industry is—and where it’s going.