You're Invited

April

2019

8:30am

Event Registration, Breakfast Networking, Headshot Bar, Storefront Strategy Sessions, Portfolio Reviews

8:30am

Event Registration, Breakfast Networking, Headshot Bar, Storefront Strategy Sessions, Portfolio Reviews

Bernadette Baillie

Director, Local Sales Training & Education, The Knot

@bernadettebaillie

00:00pm

Wishes you a wonderful day

April

2019

Take your business to the next level with The Knot + WeddingWire

Purchase Ticket(s)

Please be sure to follow @TheKnotPro and @WeddingWireEDU for future event announcements

The Ballantyne is offering a special attendee rate starting at $259 per night.

The room rate is subject to availability.

What's Included

The Pro Experience is a full day of wedding inspiration and business-building tactics designed just for you, including:

Welcome Breakfast

Start your day off right and mix and mingle with your besties in the industry before the opening session.

Storefront Strategy Sessions

Set up a one-on-one review of your account with The Knot and/or WeddingWire. Learn how to choose eye-catching photos, get great reviews and drive more leads.*

Headshot Bar

Ready for your close-up? Get a brand-new headshot for your portfolio, bio, press and social media accounts.*

Social Media Consultations

Schedule time to meet with one of our social media experts to learn how to increase your followers and engagements!

Seated Lunch

Gather around the table with your local industry friends for meaningful conversation...and great food, of course.

Styled Breaks

Take a break in between sessions with beautiful, insta-worthy wedding ideas. (Better have those phones charged!)

Deep Dive Sessions

Learn about cutting-edge technology, master millennial communication, and get the scoop on social media trends.

Farewell Cocktails

Grab a cocktail and celebrate the day with new friends, good music, delicious bites and more!

Personal Strategy Session(s)

*Registered attendees can schedule one-on-one appointments with our team of professionals here.

Have a burning business question?

Submit your questions now, and we'll answer live during The Pro Experience event!
Go to Slido.com, use the event code #ProXCharlotte to submit your question(s).
Day-of submissions also are encouraged!

Speaker Lineup

Learn from top industry experts and prepare to take notes!

Stay tuned for the announcement of more amazing guest speakers.

Alan Berg

Certified Speaking Professional®

@alanberg

Terrica

Chief Event Designer and Planner,

Cocktails & Details®

@cocktailterrica

Kathryn Hamm

Diversity & Inclusion Specialist, WeddingWire

@mbkinsights

Meghan Ely

Owner, OFD Consulting

@ofdconsulting

Whitney Little

Associate Director, Social Media, The Knot Worldwide

@whittlelittle

Anja Winikka

Director of Education & Industry Innovation, The Knot Worldwide

@anjawinikka

Jeffra Trumpower

Senior Director, Marketing, The Knot Worldwide

@jeffratrumpower

Schedule

Morning

8:30 am

Event Registration & Breakfast Networking

+ Personal Strategy Sessions available

9:15 am

Welcome & Introductions

+ Personal Strategy Sessions available

9:40 am

Morning Presentations:

Wedding Industry Insights, Jeffra Trumpower
Mobile Marketing Blueprint, Anja Winikka
Customer Experience, Terrica
The Art of Surprise & Delight, Meghan Ely

+ Personal Strategy Sessions available

12:15 pm

Networking Lunch

Afternoon

1:30 pm

Afternoon Presentations:

Making the Sale, Alan Berg CSP
Beyond Inclusive Marketing, Kathryn Hamm
Mastering Social Media, Whitney Little
Key Takeaways & Thank-Yous, Anja Winikka

+ Personal Strategy Sessions available

3:45 pm

Cocktails & Conversations

5:00 pm

Event concludes

Event Sponsors

How to subscribe to our events calendar?

Simply check off the "subscribe to calendar" box when you RSVP to an event.

*Registered attendees can schedule one-on-one appointments with our team of professionals here.

Photo Credit: Secrest Wedding Photography, epagaFOTO, AStone Photography & Design, Anna and Spencer Photography. Brittney Raine Photography