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Bridal Shows, Inc. Newsletter October Edition
October 4, 2005

Greetings!

At long last we have a newsletter! Thank you for your interest and support in this project. In the coming months we hope to add more and more Bridal Shows, Inc. exhibitors and potential exhibitors to our newsletter subscription. Feel free to forward this on to friends and colleagues in the wedding industry.

Future newsletters will include: tips for building your business; advice from long-time show producer Naomi Hulme; info on local wedding guilds; calendar of events and deadlines for upcoming shows; fun and informative articles from you, the reader; and much more!

in this issue
  • Exhibiting 101 Seminars
  • Plano Bridal Show
  • Wedding Associations
  • Wedding Day Mishaps
  • Have a Laugh!

  • Plano Bridal Show
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    The Plano Bridal Show, held September 25, 2005, was a huge success. Despite weather concerns, the day of the show arrived with sunny skies and big crowds. Many say this was the best Plano Bridal Show they were ever participated in.

    Judy McAlvey, with Just For You Custom Creations, presented a phenomenal fashion show to the delight of the many brides in attendance. Exhibitors such as Ostermeyer Photography visited with hundreds of brides and showed them everything their company had to offer. What a great opportunity to "show and tell" your products!

    The Plano Bridal Show is a small regional show produced by Bridal Shows, Inc. due to the request of many of our vendors. Although it is on a much smaller scale than the Dallas Bridal Show, many vendors benefit from the personal venue where they have time to really discuss the bride's vision. The Plano Bridal Show also targets a higher end bride.

    The next Plano Bridal Show will be March 12, 2006. If you have not already booked a space then please call to become a part of this great show. The Plano Centre is a limited space facility and we always have a waiting list for space, so the sooner you reserve a spot the better.

    Two dollars from every adult admission at the September 2005 Plano Bridal Show was donated to the American Red Cross in order to help hurricane victims. There was a total of 1,015 adult tickets sold, creating a donation total of $2,030!


    Wedding Associations

    What are wedding associations?

    A wedding association provides opportunities for various wedding related companies to come together and network, discuss industry topics, and share ideas. Being a part of one or more wedding associations is not only fun and enjoyable but also very beneficial to building your business. Networking is the key to referrals and getting your name out to a number of brides. It is also a great way to gain new ideas and suggestions from your peers. Bridal Shows, Inc. is a part of three wonderful wedding associations in the area. Click on the titles to learn more about each.

    Association of Wedding Professionals

    Professional Wedding Guild

    Wedding Entrepreneuers of Distinction

    If you are interested in one or more of these associations and would like to visit a meeting as a guest of Bridal Shows, Inc. we would be happy to have you! Please contact Naomi at [email protected] to become our honored guest.


    Wedding Day Mishaps

    The following story was submitted by Amanda with Celebrate Cakes:

    After years of working in the wedding industry, Celebrate Cakes was aware that things don't always work out. Therefore, they have established a strict "no refund" policy. When one client's mother called in and announced that the wedding was off and the bridal cake was no longer needed, the mother was reminded that all she could receive was credit for a cake of "equal or lesser" value.

    Dissapointed but understanding, the mother hung up saying they would consider what to do. Not too long after that she called back asking if she could have their cake delivered to a residence on the would be day of the wedding. Amanda with Celebrate Cakes replied, "Sure, is there another event going on that day?" The mother assured her there was no event but that they wanted the cake delivered to the ex-groom with a very specific message.

    The Bride and her mother requested their cake be made in the shape of a horse's rear with the words, "Good luck in life with Lacy and Tina." One can only assume who Lacy and Tina might be...

    Always one to satisfy the customer, on the day the wedding would have taken place, Amanda showed up at the ex-groom's house with a special delivery. She'll never forget this experience!

    If you have a funny "wedding mishap" story you would like to share in a future newsletter, please email a brief synopsis to [email protected].


    Have a Laugh!
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    Exhibiting 101 Seminars
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    After years of helping companies achieve the most success possible from a bridal show, Naomi is now offering her services to all current and potential bridal show exhibitors. Learn how to get the most out of your money by turning our bridal shows into your best marketing tool.

    The first session of "Exhibiting 101" held September 22, was a huge success. All attendees received their own workbook, participated in networking games, door prizes, gained knowledge about how to generate the most success from exhibiting in a consumer show, and also how to chase leads!

    Read below a testimonial by one of our seminar attendees:

    I just wanted to say thank you for hosting the Exhibiting 101 seminar last night. I felt it was very informative and feel more comfortable going into the show on Sunday. See you then.

    -David Avedikian
    Our Time Studios

    RSVP for a future seminar!
    Space is limited for our remaining two sessions of "Exhibiting 101" so reserve a spot quickly! These preview sessions are free of charge, but in the future there will be a small fee to cover general costs. The following dates are still available, but space is limited:

    Saturday, November 5, 2005
    2:00-4:00pm

    Thursday, November 10, 2005
    7:00-9:00pm

    Both sessions will be held at
    The Training Center located at:

    Northview Centre
    2201 Midway Rd
    Suite 312
    Carrollton, TX 75006
    click here for a map...

    Click here to reserve a spot at "Exhibiting 101!"


    2006 Bridal Shows

    Dallas Bridal Show
    January 14-15, 2006
    Dallas Market Hall

    Fort Worth Bridal Show
    February 25-26, 2006
    Amon Carter Exhibit Hall

    Plano Bridal Show
    March 12, 2006
    Plano Centre

    Dallas Bridal Show
    July 8-9, 2006
    Dallas Market Hall

    Fort Worth Bridal Show
    July 22-23, 2006
    Amon Carter Exhibit Hall

    Plano Bridal Show
    September 17, 2006
    Plano Centre



    New Posters Are In!

    If you would like to display our 2006 Schedule Poster email [email protected] with the following information:

    Your Name:
    Company Name:
    Street Address:
    City, State, Zip:
    How Many Posters Needed:

    A picture of the poster is below.



    Motivational Message

    We are more likely to succeed in creating longterm change in our lives if we react calmly and rationally when we set and endeavor to achieve our goals in the coming year. To improve and get back on track, we must give slow and steady attention to many little things rather than trying to do a great deal at once.

    -Bruce Rector, Monday Morning Messages

    In sales this means taking it one call at a time!


    Want to contribute to our newsletter? Do you have any suggestions on what you'd like to see in future issues? Please direct all newsletter comments and questions to our Bridal Shows, Inc. Newsletter Editor, Bonnie Crumpton at [email protected]

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    More About Us

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    Associated Wedding Professionals

    Professional Wedding Guild

    Wedding Entrepreneurs of Distinction



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