FAQʼs about the MWPA for Wedding Vendors
WHATʼS THE MWPA?
The MWPA is a diverse group of wedding professionals in the Maryland area who have come together to provide wedding couples with an excellent resource for their wedding planning. The MWPA is also a networking group that meets regularly, as well as, a promoter of bridal shows. Additionally, the MWPA believes in the importance of best and ethical business practices and promotes this as vital to the
organization.
How often do you have meetings?
We hold meetings monthly, with the exception of December.
What is the cost to attend a meeting?
Members attend monthly meetings at no charge. Guests are $20.
What does my membership get me?
There are many benefits to being a member of the MWPA. Some of the many benefits include inclusion in all MWPA media advertising, listing on MWPA website (which is directly linked to your website), discounts at MWPA bridal shows, no charge for monthly meeting attendance, and and more. Most importantly...the opportunity to develop many business relationships with some of Marylandʼs finest wedding professionals. An extensive list of benefits is provided with
our membership application.
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Where are meetings held?
Meetings are held at different venues, in and around the Baltimore/Washington area. Weʼve held meetings in restaurants, hotels, bakeries, floral shops, and more.
When are meetings?
Meetings are generally held the 4th Tuesday of the month. Our meetings are most often held from 6-8pm at night. Occasionally, meetings are held during day time hours, if the venue requests it or if venue is a significant distance from
Baltimore (more than one hour).
What do I wear?
Most members and guests of the MWPA wear business casual to meetings. We encourage you to dress comfortably and professionally.
Do I need to bring anything?
Be sure to bring business cards and/or other literature youʼd like to hand out. Your calendar is also useful, in the event youʼd like to set up a meeting with another member outside of our monthly meeting. We encourage this!
Do you have other events besides monthly meetings?
We promote several bridal shows per year.
How do I become a member?
We have an application for membership that should be completed. Youʼll note that the application requires you to list either a sponsoring MWPA member or 2 business references. Weʼre happy to assist you with this if needed. Cash, check, or charge with your completed application will start your membership. If paying for the entire yearʼs membership, youʼll receive a 10% discount!
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Iʼm interested in hosting a meeting. What do I need to do?
Email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to receive a list of hosting guidelines. Weʼll be happy to talk with you about hosting and get your on our schedule the first available month.
Iʼm interested in speaking at one of your meetings. What do I need to do?
Email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to receive a list of speaking guidelines. Weʼll be happy to talk with you about being a speaker and put you on the schedule, if desired.
Whatʼs a meeting promoter?
A promoter is any wedding professional who would like to contribute to a monthly meeting. Both MWPA members and non members are invited to volunteer. Promoters are venue hosts, speakers, and any other vendor who would like to showcase their product of service (ex. florist donating flowers to meeting).
Sounds great, but Iʼm still not sure if Iʼd like to join.
Come check out one of our meetings. All scheduled meetings are listed on our website.
