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 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.

Engage Founders Rebecca and Kathryn - Opening Session

Darcy Miller, Editorial Director, Martha Stewart Weddings

Todd Ficus, Creative Director, Designer

Randy Fenoli - Bridal Designer, Fashion and Beauty Expert

Kelia Minor, Editor in Chief Brides Magazine

Ed Libby, Celebrity Event Designer

Abby Larson, Style me Pretty and Jose Ville, Celebrity Photographer

Celebrity Planner Mindy Weiss

Marcy Blum, Celebrity Wedding & Event Planner

A bacon bar

Dessert bar

Menu cards/napkins

Warm sticky buns

Me and Bride's Editor

Watercolors by Kristy Rice

Engage13 - Montelucia Phoenix

Well, I'm a little behind in all of my post but didn't want to end the year without telling everyone about Engage!13 Montelucia in Phoenix. What an AMAZING event! The venue Montalucia was absolutely beautiful in the foothills of Cambelback Mountains. The week started out cold, but the dessert warmed up nicely by the end of the week. I had the best blueberry pancakes (my one cheat day splurge).

It was great meeting new friends and reuniting with old friends. So many friendly faces at registration and the decor incorporated my favorite color - yellow! I so enjoyed my time at the Joya Spa - Life is good.

Joya Salon offered many services and friendly staff

Montelucia - pool

Montelucia Centro

Centro

Centro

Hotel suites

Registration

Gorgeous Ali (love that dress) greeted attendees at registration desk

Decor - Registration

Vegetable patch appetizers - Welcome Suite

Registration packet

Reading material