Wedding Wisdom

About the Book

“Mary’s background uniquely equips her to guide, inspire and cocreate that ‘one of a kind’ day... ” — Jean Schulte, Director of Incentive Sales, KSL Resorts “Mary Dann off ers sage advice to help other wedding planners.. and sets high standards for others to follow.” — Loreen Stevens, Former Producer of STYLE NETWORK’s “Whose Wedding Is It Anyway?”

Before your ideal dream wedding planning business can be realized it needs to be built on a sturdy, strong, but flexible foundation; a foundation that will stand the test of time. Internally make sure you are feeling well, fulfilled, and confident. Make sure your heart is open with daily gratitude and a compassionate nature. You have to be open for the gifts of success to come your way. The gifts of prosperity and abundance cannot come your way until you are prepared, organized, and open to the possibilities.

About the Author

As one of the most sought-after event coordinators in Southern California, Mary Dann-McNamee and her team have been responsible for detailed event planning and consultation since 1991. As a former luxury hotel Catering Sales Manager and Corporate Group Sales Manager, Mary became experienced in negotiations, event management and hospitality. She was a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Intern and her work has been featured in the following publications: Instyle, Martha Stewart’s Weddings, Inside Weddings, Bride & Bloom, Ceremony, just to name a few. You can also catch her on episodes of “Platinum Weddings,” “Unforgettable Wedding Venues,” “Whose Wedding Is It Anyway?” and “Married Away.” She resides in Manhattan Beach, CA with her husband and two daughters.

Leila Khalil is the owner of Los Angeles based public relations firm, Be Inspired PR; a boutique agency specializing in targeted marketing and public relations for the wedding industry. Her company offers brand development, business consultation, and media relations for clients on a local, regional, and national level. By employing the power of public relations, Be Inspired PR secures the credible, positive images and brand recognition in the press for clients that ignites growth and sustains momentum. Her clients have been featured on such widely watched programs as We Network’s “Wedding Planners,” “Unforgettable Wedding Venues,” “Platinum Weddings,” “Amazing Cakes” and have graced the pages of highly respected wedding publications including Instyle Weddings, Modern Bride, Brides, Grace Ormonde Wedding Style, Inside Weddings, The Knot, Bride and Bloom, Destination Weddings & Honeymoons, Southern Weddings, Ceremony and many more.