Planner Designations

Choose Your Path

(Your career path for wedding professionals and destination wedding professionals, building expertise, credibility, and leadership in the industry.

Designed to guide your professional growth from beginner to industry leader.

Wedding Planner Membership

For professionals building a career in wedding planning.

  • Access to ABC designations (RWP → MWP)

  • Access to ABC Destination Wedding Planner Designations

  • Education, certifications, and continuing education

  • Listing in the ABC directory (Professional and Above)

  • Community, networking, and leadership opportunities

  • Access to tools, templates, and resources

Perfect for wedding planners at any stage

Wedding Vendor Membership

For professionals and businesses supporting the wedding industry.

  • Connect directly with wedding planners and industry professionals

  • Increase your visibility through the ABC directory

  • Build relationships that lead to referrals and partnerships

  • Access education, resources, and industry insights

  • Access to ABC Designations - Registered Wedding Vendor → Master Wedding Vendor

Perfect for vendors looking to grow their business and expand their reach.

Student Membership

For those entering the wedding and event industry.

  • Educational resources and career guidance

  • Access to ABC community

  • Opportunities for growth and mentorship

Perfect for future professionals.

Not a Wedding Planner? We Have Options for You Too.

ABC supports a wide range of professionals across the wedding and hospitality industries.

Small Business Membership

For vendors and service providers supporting weddings.

  • Build relationships with planners

  • Increase exposure and referrals

  • Access education and resources

  • Become part of the ABC network

Perfect for photographers, florists, DJs, and more.

Hotel Certification

For hotels, resorts, and hospitality partners looking to attract more wedding business and build strong relationships with planners.

  • Gain recognition as an ABC Certified Wedding-Friendly Property

  • Connect directly with professional wedding planners

  • Increase visibility through the ABC directory and network

  • Access education on working with wedding professionals and destination clients

  • Build partnerships that drive group bookings and long-term revenue

Perfect for properties ready to grow their wedding and event business.

Corporate & Hospitality Membership

For venues, hotels, tourism boards, and organizations.

  • Connect directly with wedding planners

  • Marketing and partnership opportunities

  • Industry visibility and positioning

  • Access to the ABC network and events

Perfect for businesses serving the wedding industry.

What All Members Receive

No matter your level, every ABC member benefits from:

  • Access to a national professional community

  • Education, certifications, and continuing education

  • Travel and revenue opportunities

  • Advocacy and industry support

  • Visibility through the ABC directory (Professional Levels & Above)

  • Member-only tools, templates, and resources

How to Choose the Right Membership

Ask yourself:

  • Am I just getting started or already established?

  • Do I want to grow my business, increase revenue, or build credibility?

  • Am I interested in leadership, education, or travel opportunities?

Wherever you are in your journey—there’s a place for you at ABC.

Ready to Get Started?

Take the next step in your professional journey with ABC.

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