We had a great time on our LIVE interview session with Wendy Kay about CULTIVATING A CURATED CREATIVE TEAM.

Thriving on creating something from nothing, Wendy welcomes the creative challenge and complex logistics required to (literally) build an event from the ground up. From design conception to collaborating with the creative team and directing the day-of execution, Wendy respects each stage of the wedding planning process, considering the journey just as important as the destination.

A former television producer, Wendy transferred her talents from directing live TV to weddings. Over a decade since creating Birds of a Feather events, she continues to lean on her problem-resolving skills while remaining quick on her feet on event days.

Named a Top Wedding Planner and Event Designer by Martha Stewart Weddings and Best Wedding Planner in America by BRIDES, Wendy really is an “Idea Machine.” Whether cozy interiors, artful window displays, or wizardly worlds, Wendy uses her love of set design as inspiration to translate the stories of her clients through unexpected details.

Wendy’s clients connect to her calm demeanor, sharp wit, and surprising knowledge of pop culture. A diplomatic straight shooter, she guides her clients through potentially sticky situations with transparency, tact, and, most importantly–humor.

Today, after 15 years of owning her own planning and design business, much of Wendy’s time is focused on educating other vendors on best business practices to transform their own businesses through honesty and “tough love”.

Wendy shared a wealth of information about:

what it means to have a curated creative team;
what the key qualities are to look for in a wedding planner’s dream team;
how to balance artistic vision with logistical expertise when selecting team members;
how to create an environment where your event team feels inspired and motivated;
what role team chemistry plays in event success and how to cultivate it; and
so much more!

If there is a topic you’d like us to discuss in the future, please don’t hesitate to let us know. If you are not connected with me on my FB page, please connect at https://www.facebook.com/naifproductions or on LinkedIn @annettenaif.

Connect with Wendy Kay:

Website: http://www.birdsofafeatherevents.com

Instagram: @birdsofafeatherevents

Connect with Annette Naif:

Website: https://www.naifproductions.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/naifproductions/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/annettenaif/

Event Planners Society Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/eventplannerssociety

Cheers!

Annette