Association of Bridal Consultants San Diego Region

May Meeting – Quail Haven Farm

sabrina — Mon, 06 May 2013 21:10:37 +0000

1204 Little Gopher Canyon Road – Vista, CA 92084

Nestled in the country charm of the Bonsall foothills, Quail Haven Farm is a working horse training facility by day and an event oasis by night. From the rustic beauty of the canyon to the English country ceremony garden, Lindy and James are excited to open the farm to San Diego ABC and show us the beauty of this enchanted paradise.

Topic: Consultants / Vendors Open Discussion. Let’s share our business experiences, what is working (and not working) and let’s improve our consultant-vendor relationships for a better teamwork at weddings and events. Got questions for the open discussion? Submit yours in the registration form and have them answered by ABC members.

April Meeting/Seminar – Solamar Hotel

sabrina — Wed, 10 Apr 2013 21:09:16 +0000

435 6th Avenue – San Diego, CA 92101

We were very excited to welcome Rick Brewer with Get More Brides to San Diego ABC!

Rick was our guest speaker for a full-day seminar at the Solamar Hotel, the perfect contemporary setting for the vibrant sun-and-sea attitudes that define our beautiful city.

Hotel Solamar’s pièce de résistance is the 8,550 sq. ft. Solamar Terrace offering LOUNGEsix. Hotel Solamar’s glistening Shore Pool, private Shell Cabanas and 3,800 sq. ft. outdoor reception and banquet space overlooking Petco Park and cosmopolitan San Diego. It is San Diego’s premier rooftop deck venue, where function and personality blend to create a versatile space for any occasion. Solamar Terrace is ideal for out-of-the-ordinary wedding receptions.

Rick Brewer is no stranger to the Wedding Industry. Rick has been in the wedding industry since 1992 as a wedding vendor, wedding magazine editor and bridal show producer. He is now an accomplished speaker, author, wedding business consultant and wedding expert and he has been featured on television networks The WB, FOX and ABC and he was interviewed in many newspaper articles.

According to Rick, owning a wedding business should be a fun challenge, not an overwhelming chore, and the marketing and selling to brides you need to do for your business is not an event, it is a journey. .

Thank you to Rick and the rest of our sponsors for this great day of knowledge!
A/V- Mobile Music Plus
Morning catering- Sensational Treats
Lunch treats- Edelweiss Bakery
Euro Bar
Florals by Floral Occasions by Janna Hatch
Photography by Jeff Dillow
Linens by Chairish the Moment

Thank you Jeff for the highlights of the day-

For the full gallery, please visit the Facebook link.

Temecula Wine Tour with San Diego Style Weddings

amyjune — Tue, 09 Apr 2013 06:38:25 +0000

Join San Diego Style Weddings for a Temecula wine tour.
Meet at one of two convenient locations for transportation to and from Temecula as indicated in the flyer below.
Contact Alexis@SanDiegoStyleWeddings.com to RSVP and for more information!

San Diego Excellence Awards- ABC Rockstar Award Sponsor

amyjune — Wed, 20 Mar 2013 17:00:32 +0000

A very special thank you to Dena and the entire staff at San Diego Style Weddings Magazine for sponsoring our ABC Rockstar award!
To be eligible, you must be a member in good standing, and be nominated by your peers.

Thank you to San Diego Style Weddings for sponsoring 3 awards this year! We appreciate you!

Find out the winner at the presentation tonight! And if you are unable to attend, check back here!

Update- The big winner was Sabrina Cadini of La Dolce Idea!! Congratulations on your double win, Sabrina!!

San Diego ABC Excellence Awards-ABC Excellence Leader Award Sponsor

amyjune — Tue, 19 Mar 2013 17:00:42 +0000

Thank you to Mike Hogan, of Entertainment at Large for sponsoring our ABC Excellence Leader award!
To win this award, you must be nominated by your ABC peers for being an invaluable contributor and leader in the industry.
Good luck to the nominees! And thanks again to Mike for sponsoring! Please visit his website to learn more about DJ and Lighting services he provides.

And if you are unable to attend the awards on March 20, check back here to see who won!

Update- The winner was…… Sabrina Cadini of La Dolce Idea! Congratulations Sabrina!

San Diego ABC Excellence Awards- Consultant of the Year Award Sponsor

amyjune — Mon, 18 Mar 2013 23:00:06 +0000

Thank you to Jackie Murphy of Murphy’s Creativity Software, sponsor of our Consultant of the Year Award.
This award will go to the consultant that applied in essay form with photos, featuring an event they have recently done.
Any consultant level (points based) wedding planner can apply.

To learn more about Murphy’s Creativity Software and how their applications can benefit your business, visit the website.

If you dont plan on attending the awards, please check back here to see who won!

Update- The winner is Geneene Thornton of Waterfront Weddings! Congratulations Geneene!

San Diego ABC Excellence Awards-Vendor of the Year Award Sponsor

amyjune — Mon, 18 Mar 2013 17:00:22 +0000

A special thank you to San Diego Style Weddings Magazine for their sponsorship of the Vendor of the Year award!
Any vendor member is eligible to enter for this award by writing an essay and including photos of a recent event.

To learn more about San Diego Style Weddings Magazine, please visit the website!

And stay tuned to learn who won!
Update! The winner is Ben Aguirre of Ben Aguirre Photography!! Congratulations Ben!

San Diego ABC Excellence Awards- Novice of the Year Award Sponsor

amyjune — Sun, 17 Mar 2013 17:00:50 +0000

A very big thank you to Peggy Jewell of Imagination Entertainment for sponsoring our Novice of the Year award!
Bridal Consultant Novice members are encouraged to apply with an essay about why they should win, as well as images of a recent event.

To learn more about the amazing offerings that Imagination Entertainment has available for your next event, visit their website!

And be sure to check back to find out who won if you aren’t in attendance!

Update- The winner is- Amy June of Affairs by Amy! Congratulations Amy!

San Diego ABC Excellence Awards- Best Wedding Detail or Memory Award Sponsor

amyjune — Sat, 16 Mar 2013 17:15:58 +0000

Thank you to San Diego Style Weddings for sponsoring the award for Best Wedding Detail or Memory!
This award goes to the member with the best invitation, best favor, best song, best way to personalize the day for their couple.
We thank you San Diego Style Weddings for being a sponsor of this award and can’t wait to find out the winner!

Come back here to learn about the winner if you are unable to attend the presentation on March 20!

Update- The winner is Amanda Morgan of Bob Hoffman Video and Photo!! Congratulations Amanda!

San Diego ABC Excellence Awards-Best Event Design Award Sponsor

amyjune — Fri, 15 Mar 2013 17:00:30 +0000

A big thank you to Mike Hogan of Sensational Treats for sponsoring our Best Event Design Award!
This award is given to a florist, wedding planner, designer, cake artist, stationer or any other member who has created a unique design that includes exceptional tablescapes, a bouquet, a dessert station, lighting design etc.)

Thanks again to Mike for his sponsorship! To learn more about Sensational Treats and the delicious offerings you can have at your next event, visit the website!

Make sure to check back here to find out who won if you won’t be joining us for the awards on March 20!

Update! The Best Event Design goes to Jeanette Bagcus of Chairish the Moment! Congratulations Jeanette!