Gail Johnson Weddings & Events: 2013

December 28, 2013

Dreams, Wishes - Good Bye 2013

I made a dream jar filled with wishes for 2014. I bought wish tickets (picture below) years ago and finally found a creative way to use them. I am finishing up the year purging / organizing my studio and home in preparation for the new year. Out with the old and in with the new! I have been so blessed in 2013, with so many wonderful clients and opportunities. And, 2014 is shaping up nicely with more fabulous weddings / events and opportunities. Life is Good!

2013 Press

Preston Bailey Spotlight Feature – Gail Johnson Weddings & Events
Speaker, Association of Bridal Consultants Business of Brides Conference

Live Broadcast KISS104 Jennifer Keitt Show, Callanwolde Fine Arts Center (Talk Radio)

Will you be my bridesmaid photo shoot - Occasions Blog

Fun Paper Themed Anniversary Celebration and Contributor - Occasions Magazine

The Atlantan Brides - Hitched Fall/Winter 2013 - Mercedes & Matthew

Social Tables’ Top 5 Event Planners: Atlanta

Bridesmaids Dresses: Video Series | eHow,com

Wedding Planner Magazine – The Secrets of Susan Southerland interview by Gail Johnson

Bridal Veils & Accessories: Video Series | eHow.com

MSN Living - 30 gorgeous ideas for DIY wedding decorations

“Wedding Planners Dish” The Knot regional magazine

The Knot – Nikki and David

Here Comes the Guest - Ebony Magazine

6 Wedding Expenses you Should Always Charge on Credit - Fox Business

Getting Married? 5 Things Your Wedding Probably Doesn't Need - US News & Report

Nearly Beloved - KISS104/Jennifer Keitt Show (Talk Radio)

Tips for Dealing with Guest Seating Chart written exclusively for BBJ Linens by Gail Johnson

2013 Wedding Industry Experts, Wedding Planners & Designers, Panel Member

Best Wedding Planner, Decatur, GA – Wedding Industry Experts 2013

December 22, 2013

Engage!13 - Montelucia The Gala

Well, all good things have to come to and end. The Wednesday night gala at Montelucia didn't disappoint. Starting with the escort wall of lanterns (this was so creative) to the large centerpieces designed by Todd Fiscus Events. There were signature drinks, a photo booth and tons of sushi. Once the doors open and the band started - it was party central. I had so much fun dancing, eating and dancing! I left Engage!13 so inspired - its time to regroup. Looking forward to great business opportunities in 2014.

The best band EVER!

First course - salad

Escort Card Wall - Battery Power Lanterns

Menu card printed on Napkins

Sweets Table

Desserts

Floral Bird Centerpieces

Engage!13 - Montelucia Dine Around with Karen Tran

Karen Tran is a phenomenal woman, florist and designer. Not only was she down to earth but she was so much fun to hang out with at Engage!13 dine around dinner at Cameo. We talked about her Master floral classes that she has been teaching around the world. What I love about her? Everything!

Dine around with Karen Tran

Karen Tran

Dine around Tables

Gold and Aqua Theme

Menu cards

Engage!13 - Montelucia Gifting and Styling Suites

Wow, what can I say about all of that swag! So much, there was even a shipping suite because there was no way I could have gotten all of that stuff home. The Styling Suite was offered to those who wanted accessories to wear to the Wednesday night gala. The Styling Suite offered a variety of high-end jewelry and clutches.

My bracelet from Styling Suite

The Gifting Suite - swag overload! I felt like a celebrity! There was so many upscale items that I loved including my robe from Plum Pretty Sugar and Vera Wang perfume. The paper products from Minted made my heart fluttered. Can't wait to order more off of their website.

Vera Wang - Gifting Suite

Tieks Ballet Slippers - Gifting Suite

Tieks cupcake tower

Plum Pretty Sugar -Gifting Suite (love my robe)

Kendra Scott Designer Jewelry - Gifting Suite

Kendra Scott Designer Jewelry

Minted

Minted - oh so cute

Eleni's New York Signature Cookies

Minted

Engage 13 - Montelucia Phoenix Recap

The line up for Day One Speakers included Darcy Miller, Liene Stevens, Carla Ten Eyck, Michelle Rago, Eddie Zaratsian, Randy Fenoli, Matthew Robbins, Simon T. Bailey and more. I'm still going through all of my notes but these speakers are the cream of crop who shared so many tips.

Tip: Don't be afraid to quote you price - bottom line, charge what you are worth! AMEN to that one.

Mindy Weiss had me cracking up laughing! She showed the funniest video (camping trip with her son in a park across the street from her house). Her presentation was so warm and enlightening and shows how much she loves her family (family first) and work (second).

Tip: Surround with yourself with people that are smarter than you.

This year's event also included breakout sessions with Sylvia Weinstock, Sean Low, Bryan Rafanelli Mark Niemierko and more. It was so much fun to be up, close and personal and to speak one on one with each and every one of them.

Tip: Find balance between work and home.