A Standout Stay at Barceló Maya Grand Resort: A Wedding Planner’s Perspective By: Tracey Manailescu, co-founder and Vice President of WPIC Inc. There are resort experiences that meet expectations, and then there are those that genuinely surprise you. Our recent stay at Barceló Maya Grand Resort, specifically in the newest Riviera section, was firmly theRead More
April WPIC Planner of the Month- Amanda Wilson
Photo: Click Happy Mallory “There are planners who follow trends… and then there are planners who set the tone for an entire room the moment they walk in. Amanda Wilson is firmly the latter. Fresh off seeing her in action at the WPIC Wedding Awards and Kickoff Gala in Toronto last month, one thing isRead More
The WPIC Wedding Awards Winners
Celebrating Excellence: Inside the WPIC Wedding Awards & Kickoff Gala on February 28, 2026 at The Chelsea Hotel Toronto Professional Photos by: Rosetta Li Weddings There are moments in this industry that remind us exactly why we do what we do, and the WPIC Wedding Awards & Kickoff Gala is one of them. This year’sRead More
WPIC Wedding Awards & Kickoff Gala 2026
By: Tracey Manailescu, Co-founder of The Wedding Planners Institute of Canada A Night of Celebration, Connection, and Community Please see the wonderful official write-up by our media partner Eventsource.ca This past weekend, the wedding industry came together in the most meaningful way at the WPIC Wedding Awards and Kickoff Gala. It was an evening dedicatedRead More
March WPIC Planner of the Month: Felicity d’Eon
WPIC is proud to introduce our March Planner of the Month: Felicity d’Eon, the visionary planner, designer, and true fairy-godmother-in-heels behind Forevermore Wedding Co. from Nova Scotia. With an eye for refined detail, a heart for her couples, and a flair for creating celebrations that feel both elevated and deeply personal, Felicity brings magic toRead More
The “Invisible Work” Crisis: Why Wedding Planners Must Start Setting Micro-Boundaries in 2026 (And How to Do It Without Hurting Client Relationships)
In 2026, planners are facing a rapidly growing problem in the industry, the explosion of invisible work.
This is the unpaid, unacknowledged, often unnoticed work that couples expect “just to happen”, and it’s increasing every year.
Understanding Today’s Clients: What Couples Really Want from Their Wedding Planner
By Tracey Manailescu, Co-founder of WPIC Inc, and founder of Tracey M Events The wedding industry has changed, and so have couples. Post-pandemic, clients are coming to planners with higher expectations, more questions, and a desire for personalized, stress-free experiences. Understanding what today’s couples want is essential if you want to provide a service thatRead More
Creating a Signature Client Experience: How to Make Every Couple Feel Taken Care Of
By Tracey Manailescu, Co-founder of The Wedding Planners Institute of Canada In the wedding industry, your reputation is everything. Couples don’t just hire planners for logistics, they hire them for confidence, clarity, and care. That’s why creating a signature client experience is essential. When couples feel truly supported and valued, they’re more likely to referRead More
Cultural Expectations vs. Couple Priorities: A Planner’s Guide to Delicate Conversations
By Tracey Manailescu, co-founder of The Wedding Planners Institute of Canada Inc. Every wedding planner knows that parents can play a major role in the planning process. But when cultural expectations come into play (especially in multicultural or multi-generational families) the dynamic becomes even more complex. This is a topic that really resonates with me,Read More
How to Handle Difficult Conversations with Clients (Without Damaging the Relationship)
Even the most seasoned wedding planners occasionally face uncomfortable client conversations. Whether it’s budget misunderstandings, unrealistic expectations, or last-minute demands, challenging discussions are part of the job. However, with professionalism, empathy, and the right communication strategies, these moments can actually strengthen your client relationships rather than strain them.
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