Our Story & Mission
We are the leading global organization shaping the future of the wedding industry.
Our Story
Founded in 1955, the Association of Bridal Consultants was created to bring professionalism, standards, and education to the growing wedding industry.
What began as a small organization has grown into a globally recognized association representing wedding professionals, educators, and industry leaders.
For decades, ABC has been at the forefront of shaping the wedding industry—setting standards, providing education, and building a strong professional community.
Today, ABC continues that legacy under modern leadership, expanding into new areas such as destination weddings, travel, and global partnerships.
The Association of Bridal Consultants stands with our independent members to speak up and combat any discrimination that we see, anywhere.
Our Mission
Our mission is to continue our long history of delivering quality education and training to the wedding and event industry, provide revenue-generating opportunities to our members, recognize those who complete our advanced accreditation programs, and facilitate networking events to foster professional alliances while creating an environment where we require our members to treat all colleagues, suppliers, and clients with fairness, respect, and honesty.
Code of ethics
As a member of the Association of Bridal Consultants (Association), I agree to the ABC Association Code of Ethics:
Abide by all Local & Federal laws governing the industry in which I operate.
Obtain & and maintain licenses and certificates as required by law.
Operate my business in an honest and ethical manner.
Establish reasonable, proper fees for services and provide written estimates to each client.
Use honest and factual advertising.
Deal with members, clients, and employees fairly, in an unbiased manner.
Operate a business that is a credit to the Association and the community.
Behave in a professional manner at all the Association events.
Agree to display only professional behavior including not to harass, threaten, nor try to intimidate another current or former ABC Association member, at any time.
Treat all the Association members with respect, a sense of cooperation, and with concern for their welfare.
Cooperate with the Association activities and efforts to promote and improve the professionalism of the wedding business.
Respond, rapidly and honestly, to all complaints forwarded by the Association.
Use the Association’s name/logo as authorized.