Wed KC Workshops
Wed KC is proud to host bi-annual Wed Workshops – where Kansas City wedding professionals get educated on various topics to feel empowered to hone-in and implement real positive change for their business while networking with fellow vendors.
Workshops Include:
- Half-Day Networking + Educational Opportunity
- Expert Speaker for the Topic at Hand
- Q&A Session with the Expert Speaker
- Panel of Couples or Wedding Pros
- Breakout Sessions to Explore the Topic More Deeply
- Catered Lunch for Networking & Continued Discussion
TICKETS:
Wed KC Advertisers – $30 for workshop + lunch
Non-Wed KC Advertisers – $40 for workshop + lunch
March Wed KC Workshop:
ROI's + Spending With Intention
DATE: March 11, 2026
TIMELINE: 9:30am – 2:00pm
LOCATION: Hawthorne House 6008 Northwest Bell Road, Parkville, MO 64152
Topic of Discussion: Spend With Intention
Running a wedding business means constant decisions about where to invest your time, energy, and money and not all investments deliver freedom or growth. In this keynote, Elizabeth Lang shares how intentional spending reshaped her role at Hawthorne House, increased revenue, reduced burnout, and improved the client experience. Through real-world examples and practical frameworks, attendees will learn how to evaluate ROI, invest in staff strategically, create sustainable weekly rhythms, and make confident CEO-level decisions. This session equips wedding professionals with clear tools to spend with purpose, build balance, and grow a stronger, more resilient business.
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:
9:30 – 10:00am : Arrival, Check-In + Networking
10:00 – 11:00am : Expert Speaker for the Topic at Hand
11:00 – 11:15am : Guest Q+A Session with Speaker
11:30am – 12:00pm : Break Out Groups
12:00 – 12:30 pm : Panel of Pro’s Q&A
12:30 – 2:00pm : Catered Lunch for Networking & Continued Discussion
Key Workshop Take-Aways
Identify the high-impact investments that create real margin in your business
Learn how to evaluate ROI using simple, sustainable methods
Understand why investing in staff is a direct investment in freedom
Build rhythms and routines that support balance and better decisions
Gain clarity on how to spend intentionally — not reactively
Tickets
Meet the Expert: Elizabeth Lang
Elizabeth Lang is the Co-Owner and General Manager of Hawthorne House, a beloved Kansas City wedding venue known for its timeless charm and exceptional client experience. Since joining the Hawthorne House team in 2019, Elizabeth has dedicated herself to continuing the venue’s legacy while growing a service-centered staff culture that has elevated both operations and client satisfaction.
With years of hands-on experience in a fast-paced, relationship-driven industry, Elizabeth is passionate about helping fellow wedding professionals find clarity, confidence, and balance in their businesses. She brings a warm, relatable perspective on intentional leadership, smart decision-making, and building a career you truly love within the wedding world.
Creating a Weekly Rhythm
That Actually Works
Breakout Leader: Heidi Johnson
Breakout Leader: Broc White
Le Luci Lighting and Design
In 2025, Broc became the Owner and CEO of Le Luci Lighting and Design, where he now leads a team in pushing creative boundaries and elevating the way lighting and design transform wedding experiences.
Breakout Leader: Taylor Paige
The Perfect Touch KC
Taylor Paige is a widely-recognized award-winning wedding planner and designer in Kansas City, with a distinctive background in logistics. Armed with a degree in Mathematical Theory and a Black Belt in Lean Six Sigma, she brings process excellence to the world of weddings.
Taylor Paige is known for her logistics-first approach, ensuring couples enjoy a streamlined, joyful engagement experience. Equally important, Taylor Paige markets her brand in a uniquely personal way—couples know her personality and her company’s core values even before they first inquire.
She believes wedding planning is deeply personal, and her approach reflects that — just as the discussion she will lead at the Wed KC workshop will empower vendors to market themselves without losing themselves.
Breakout Leader: Ryan Rainey
Elite Sounds
Ryan Rainey is an event production entrepreneur and Co-Owner of Elite Sounds and Elite Sound Events, where he leads sales, operations, and strategic growth. Starting in the industry as a DJ, Ryan built his career by mastering both the creative and technical sides of live events—audio, lighting, video, staging, and show production. Today he oversees the production of hundreds of events each year ranging from weddings and corporate experiences to medium-scale concerts. Ryan is known for his practical approach to building profitable event companies, focusing on strong pricing strategy, operational systems, and scalable production packages. His leadership style blends hands-on production knowledge with a CEO mindset that prioritizes sustainability and long-term growth.
Brancato's Menu
Herb Seared Chicken Breast GF – DF Roasted Tomato Sauce | Parsley Garnish
Roasted Rosemary Potatoes V – GF, Parsley Garnish
Green Beans with Shallots
Fresh Garden Salad V: Romaine | Tomato | Cucumber | Red Onion | Carrot | Red Cabbage | Housemade Croutons.Dressing Options: Ranch Dressing, Balsamic Vinaigrette
Fresh Baked Rolls with Butter tab
Before the Workshop
Leading up to the workshop you will be provided a Preparation Worksheet relative to the upcoming topic. This will help prepare you to get the best out of the workshop by organizing your business-specific details prior to arrival. You can also prepare questions you want to ask the speaker and members of the panel prior to the event.
At the Workshop
Refer to your Preparation Worksheet throughout the workshop to take note of ways that you can elevate and perfect your business using the tools presented at the workshop. Lean on the expert, fellow wedding pros, and the responses from the panel to help get a comprehensive view of what you need to do in order to grow.
