Mentorship Program (option #1)
Ideal for students/graduates exploring career options; anyone making a career change; moms searching for a fun & flexible part-time job.

Three-day fun and inspiring mentorship program based in beautiful Seattle, WA. Learn from an accomplished wedding planner, including: business start-up & management 101, key planning tools, and invaluable shadowing experiences.

Day in the office with Katy*

• Learn how to write contracts, budgets and detailed wedding task list
• Sit in on client and vendor phone calls
• Sit in on prospect calls: how to sell yourself!
• Learn nuances of the liaison role: vendor relations
• Learn process of building a wedding day timeline
• See how Katy keeps it all straight and clients happy: filing, email & voicemail management, check-ins
• Help with assembly of invitations, favors and more
• Witness week-of wedding prep including vendor confirmations, packing your emergency kit, etc.

On the Road with Katy*

• Sit-in on the Vows signature “Launch Meeting” (where the plans begin taking shape!)
• Sit-in on prospective client interviews
• Sit-in on vendor interviews
• Shadow venue tours

Rehearsal Day with Katy*

• Help organize line-up of the procession
• Shadow Katy as she coordinates roles and cues
• Shadow Katy in explaining schedule of the day to the bridal party

Wedding Day with Katy*

• Shadow Katy as she teams with vendors for smooth set-up and execution
• Learn the nuances of being a great organizer without being a drill sergeant
• Learn day-of prioritization: where to be and when
• Shadow Katy as she works to follow the pre-determined timeline
• Shadow Katy as she helps get the bride in her gown
• Shadow Katy as she helps coordinate the bridal party for photos
• Shadow Katy as she lines-up participants for ceremony
• Shadow Katy while she coordinates all the traditional reception moments
• Shadow Katy as she puts out day of “fires” while remaining calm and keeping the client stress free
• Help manage the guest book; greet guests and learn the importance of creating a welcoming atmosphere
• Shadow Katy as she coordinates transportation for bridal party and guests - the component that can make or break the day!
• Assist Katy with reception set-up - a wedding planner helps where needed!

* Specific experiences based on work available during time of mentorship.

* Flexible scheduling dates. Mentee to provide own transportation.

* Flat rate applies - please contact for more information.

* Fee includes valuable take-away with top tips and valuable vendor lists that apply to your market.

Career Counseling (option #2 or to supplement the Mentorship Program)
Tailored counseling session(s) – by phone or in person - for anyone who is interested in the wedding industry; established planners transferring to the Seattle region; and/or corporate planners looking to expand their services in any market.

• Get your key questions answered about the wedding industry and how to break-in
• Get industry tips for a successful start-up and networking musts
• Get tips on marketing do’s and don’ts
• Gain perspective on package and pricing options relative to other professionals
• Get a jump-start list of the most popular and reliable venues and vendors in your market

* Hourly rate applies - please contact for more information.

Katy’s Background

Worked for a premier public relations firm, including account executive & internship coordinator positions; board of directors seat and resume/career counseling for a local non-profit organization; and 10 years of managing events from high-end wedding celebrations to corporate launches. Katy holds a degree from Gonzaga University in Journalism & Sociology.