BIG NEWS: ABC and WSPI Join Forces to Create More Opportunities for Our Members
At ABC, every partnership we pursue begins with one question:
How will this help our members grow?
We're excited to announce that the Association of Bridal Consultants has entered into a strategic partnership with Wedding Show Producers International (WSPI) to create new educational opportunities, stronger industry relationships, and more ways for our members to build successful businesses.
What Does This Mean for You?
This isn't just another logo on a website—it's a partnership designed to provide real value for ABC members.
As part of this collaboration, ABC has been named the Official Education & Professional Standards Partner of The Wedding Council, a new invitation-only networking experience bringing together wedding planners, wedding show producers, venues, hospitality leaders, destination tourism organizations, resorts, cruise lines, and premium wedding professionals.
ABC is also proud to serve as a Founding Partner, helping shape the direction and educational vision of this exciting initiative.
More Education. More Visibility. More Connections.
Our role means ABC will be leading educational programming and sharing the expertise of our Master Wedding Planners, Certified Wedding Professionals, educators, and industry leaders.
That means more opportunities for our members to:
Attend high-level educational sessions.
Learn directly from industry experts.
Connect with influential venues, destinations, and suppliers.
Build valuable relationships that lead to new business.
Showcase their expertise on a larger stage.
Destination Wedding Professionals—This One's for You
If destination weddings are part of your business, you'll be especially excited about the new Destination Romance & Travel Pavilion.
ABC members will receive priority access to exhibitor booth opportunities before they are offered to the general industry, creating an incredible opportunity to showcase your services and connect with tourism boards, resorts, cruise lines, hotels, and destination partners.
As ABC continues expanding our destination wedding education, certifications, and travel initiatives, this partnership creates another avenue to help members grow in one of the industry's fastest-growing markets.
A Stronger Voice for Wedding Professionals
One of the most exciting aspects of this partnership is that ABC will have representation on The Wedding Council Advisory Board.
This means your professional association will have a seat at the table, helping guide educational programming, industry discussions, and future initiatives that impact wedding professionals.
What's Next?
This partnership is only the beginning.
Over the coming months, you'll begin seeing:
New educational opportunities.
Collaborative webinars.
Networking events.
Speaking opportunities.
Industry partnerships.
Destination wedding initiatives.
Member-exclusive benefits and discounts.
Expanded visibility for ABC and our members.
Why We're Excited
For more than 70 years, ABC has been committed to educating, supporting, and advocating for wedding professionals.
This partnership strengthens that mission.
It opens new doors for our members, creates meaningful relationships across the industry, and positions ABC at the forefront of education and professional leadership.
We're excited about what's ahead—and we can't wait to share these opportunities with you.
Thank you for being part of ABC's continued growth and for helping us shape the future of the wedding industry together.
Together, we're building more than a partnership—we're building a stronger future for wedding professionals.
