Wedding Industry Network

04/21/2026

🎉 And now… the GRAND PRIZE WINNER! 🎉
Cue the drumroll… 🥁🥁🥁

The winner of a WedPlan Madison Wedding Show Vendor Booth (valued at $990 🤯) is…
👉 You’ll have to watch the video to find out! 😏🎥

💐 From the bottom of our hearts—THANK YOU! 💐
To all the incredible businesses who donated and everyone who purchased raffle tickets in support of Petal It Forward 🌸

🎟️ Tickets were $20 each or 6 for $100… and together we raised $1,700!! 🙌
That’s a whole lot of flowers (and smiles!) heading to brighten hospitals and senior communities 💖

🎉 Let’s hear it for our amazing winners! 🎉

• WI Union Gift Basket (mini chairs included!) – Jenna Schoenmann
• Hilton Madison Monona Terrace Overnight Stay – Christine Cimpher
• Glen Erin Weddings Golf Package – Hunter Hintz
• The Madison Concourse Hotel and Governor's Club Overnight Stay – Heather Hintz
• Sistered Events WI Dells Basket – Danielle Lund
• Luxe Productions Photo Booth – Ky Schehr
• Bobbi Petersen Photography Photo Package – Hannah Peschek
• Cayla The Painter: Live Wedding Painting Custom 5x7 – Ky Schehr
• Lily's Magical Treats Lollipops – Hannah Peschek
• Wisconsin Masonic Center Booze Basket – Chris Grunewald
• TrueToYou MakeUp Artistry Makeup Basket – Ky Schehr
• Sandstone Rustic Retreat Gift Basket + 2-Night Stay – Dette Bischoff

👏 Huge shoutout to our generous donors AND all who participated—you made this impact happen!

Now go hit play and see who snagged that Grand Prize 👀🎬

04/21/2026

WIN’s Spring Fling Gala Photo Album

04/21/2026

04/17/2026

We are still riding the high from WIN’s Spring Fling Gala this past Wednesday night! What an incredible evening celebrating our amazing wedding community 💛

We’re beyond excited to share that together we raised $1,760 for our chosen charity, Petal It Forward! Thank you to everyone who donated raffle prizes and supported the cause—you made it such a fun (and meaningful!) part of the night.

From start to finish, the evening was pure magic ✨
James the Magician had everyone completely dazzled with mind-blowing illusions, Brushstrokes & Bubbly created stunning live artwork that doubled as the most unique keepsake, and Luxe Productions kept the energy high all night long with their DJ, MC services, and a photo booth full of laughs and silly moments.

We enjoyed delicious catering from Buck & Honey's , decor by Social Affair Rentals and wrapped up the night with champagne, s’mores, and the cozy, beautiful atmosphere at Barnwood Events WI.

And fun fact—who knew WIN member Dave Wood, owner of Barnwood Events WI also has serious photography talent?! 📸 Huge thank you for capturing the evening—be sure to check out Dave's photos below! ❤️

Already counting down to the next one… 🥂

04/10/2026

We’re excited to reintroduce the incredible charity we’re supporting this month… 💐 Petal It Forward!

This clever nonprofit gives wedding flowers a second life by repurposing them after events and delivering beautiful arrangements to senior centers, hospitals, and more—spreading joy where it’s needed most. 💗

Their small but mighty team of volunteers would love the support of our wedding community in helping connect with couples who’d be interested in donating their flowers after their big day. The best part? Petal It Forward handles everything from there!

Want to learn more or get involved? Visit 👉 petalitforward.org 🌸

We’re also proud to be raising funds for Petal It Forward at this Wednesday’s WIN! Spring Fling Gala—and we can’t wait to see the impact we can make together! ✨

🎁 Raffle Prize Donations Include:
• Deluxe photography session by Bobbi Petersen Photography 📸
• (2) night complimentary stay + gift basket by Sandstone Rustic Retreat 🏡
• Golf package + dinner by Glen Erin Weddings ⛳🍽️
• (1) night stay for (2) in the The Madison Concourse Hotel and Governor's Club in the Governor’s Club. 🛎️
• WI Dells theme basket of fun by Sistered Events 🍷
• 5x7 custom painting by Cayla The Painter: Live Wedding Painting 🎨
• Set of 20 custom lollipops by Lily's Magical Treats 🍭
• Handpicked collection of fine liquors by Wisconsin Masonic Center 🥃
• Gift basket by the Wisconsin Union South 🎁
• Beauty gift basket by TrueToYou MakeUp Artistry💄
…and more still being added!

🌟 GRAND PRIZE:
WedPlan Madison 2027 Wedding Show vendor booth credit!

🎟️ Raffle Tickets:
$20 each or 6 for $100
(Must be present to win)

Thank you so much to everyone who donated and to those supporting Petal It Forward—whether through direct donations or encouraging your couples to donate their post-wedding florals. It truly makes a difference! 💕🌼

04/06/2026

We’re so excited to have WIN! Member Luxe Productions bringing the energy to our Spring Fling Gala ✨

If you’ve seen them in action, you already know… they don’t just “DJ.” They create an experience. 🎶

Every event is a little different, and they always go above and beyond… which is exactly why we can’t wait to see what they have planned for the evening. 💃

Trust us… you won’t want to miss this one!

And yes… they’re bringing a photo booth so you can capture those dressed-up looks 📸✨

Learn more about Luxe Productions and the passion and products they bring to wedding events at https://www.luxeproductionsentertainment.com/

Buy tickets to WINs Spring Fling Gala by April 8th: https://tinyurl.com/j3tvsrf3
🌷 Join us for WIN’s first Spring Fling Gala! 🌷
Dress up, bring your people, and celebrate our wedding community before the busy season begins ✨
📅 April 15
📍 Barnwood Events | Madison
Cocktails, dinner, live entertainment, and a charity raffle… it’s going to be a night 💃
🎟️ Tickets: $55 Members | $65 Non-Members

04/06/2026

🌷 Join us for WIN’s first Spring Fling Gala! 🌷

Dress up, bring your people, and celebrate our wedding community before the busy season begins ✨

📅 April 15
📍 Barnwood Events | Madison

Cocktails, dinner, live entertainment, and a charity raffle… it’s going to be a night 💃

🎟️ Tickets: $55 Members | $65 Non-Members
⏳ RSVP by April 8th!

04/01/2026

WIN is so excited to welcome Brushstrokes & Bubbly as a sponsor and featured entertainment at our April 15th Spring Fling Gala! 🥂🎨🌼

The incredibly talented Taylor Spatz will be creating mini live watercolor portraits throughout the evening… yes, of YOU in all of your fabulousness. 💃🕺

This is such a fun and creative twist on wedding event entertainment—capturing special moments in real time and sending guests home with a one-of-a-kind keepsake. The ultimate party favor 💕

An evening you won't want to miss! 🥂🎨

You can learn more about Brushstrokes & Bubbly services and view Taylor's amazing portfolio at : https://www.brushstrokesandbubbly.com/

Get more info and Spring Fling Gala tickets at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/wins-spring-fling-gala-april-15-registration-1985538820060?aff=oddtdtcreator

03/30/2026

✨ Get ready… we’ve got something a little magical planned for WIN!s Spring Fling Gala on April 15th.🪄🎩✨

We’re excited to welcome new WIN! member James Ember (James The Magician), who will be performing live during the event, bringing interactive, close-up magic right into the crowd. Think mind-blowing, right-in-your-hands moments that spark conversation, laughter, and that “wait… HOW did he do that?!” energy ✨🪄

Now here’s the part wedding pros will appreciate…

James specializes in strolling, close-up magic during cocktail hours and receptions, engaging guests in a way that feels effortless and completely personal. It’s one of those unexpected touches couples don’t always think about but often ends up being a standout favorite of the entire night.

As the owner and performer behind his business, James focuses on creating those in-between moments where guests relax, connect, and actually experience the celebration, not just attend it.

His take?
Favorite part of a wedding: the reception, when everyone finally lets go and has fun.
Best advice: stay present and listen because what’s routine to us is brand new to our clients.

If you’ve never seen this kind of entertainment live, this is your chance… and honestly, your guests (or future clients) will thank you for it 🎉

Buy tickets to WINs Spring Fling Gala: https://tinyurl.com/j3tvsrf3

Hire James for your next event at : jamesthemagician.com

See a 🎥of Jame's Magic at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YnvphFJi1Ok

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