# AACWP

> American Association of Certified Wedding Planners


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- [Member Dues](https://aacwp.org/member-dues/): Individual Local Member National Member Vendor Member For wedding planners, including those who work at venues, catering companies, houses of worship, or other wedding-related business entities. Discount for 2+ members from the same company, email info@aacwp.org for details For wedding planners or individuals who work in the wedding/event industry and live outside of the DFW metroplex. Discount for 2+ members from the same company, email info@aacwp.org for details For corporations whose employees work in the wedding/event industry or who provide services to the wedding industry. Discount for 2+ members from the same company, email info@aacwp.org for details $250/Year $100/Year $250/Year […]
- [Members Only](https://aacwp.org/members-only/)
- [Vendor Membership Application](https://aacwp.org/vendor-membership-application/): Vendor Membership Application Vendor Info Please submit the organization name with proper capitalization and spacing, EXACTLY as it should appear on all materials. Are you applying for local or national members of AACWP? Local members (AACWP members in the DFW area) National members (AACWP members from out of state or 50 miles outside the DFW area) Company Name/Type * Company website Date Business Established * Address * City * State * Zip Code * Phone * Contact Person * Email * Please upload a copy of proof of liability insurance and one letter of recommendation from an AACWP member. * […]
- [Individual National Membership Application](https://aacwp.org/individual-national-membership-application/): Individual or National Membership Application I understand that I am applying for membership in AACWP, not wedding planner certification. Are you applying to become a local or national member? Local National First Name * Last Name * Company Name/Type Company Website Address * City * State * Zip * Email * Phone * What approximate date did you start working in the wedding industry? * Tell us the name of the company and where it was located. List any wedding-related training you have completed. List any college degree. Upload a copy of your liability coverage. * Only the following formats […]
- [Vendor Membership Eligibility](https://aacwp.org/vendor-membership-eligibility/): Vendor Membership Eligibility It is our great pleasure after 16 years to offer a Vendor Membership in AACWP. It is also our hope that with this new membership category, we will be able to establish even greater working relationships with a mutual understanding and respect for each other’s position in the wedding planning process for our clients. AACWP is thrilled to see your interest in becoming a member of one of the most dynamic wedding groups in the nation!   “Any individual or wedding business entity with a focus on wedding planning may apply for membership. At its sole discretion, […]
- [Individual National Membership Eligibility](https://aacwp.org/individual-national-membership-eligibility/): Eligibility for Individual and National Membership Main focus is wedding planning Has been in business for a minimum of one year Can show proof of liability insurance Has completed membership application including stated approval of the AACWP Code of Ethics Payment of AACWP membership fees   NOTE: If you have not as yet established your business, your membership will be provisional for a period of not more than 18 months, at which time you will be required to submit a valid state business license and proof of liability insurance.   We offer a discount for 2+ in the same company. Contact us for more […]
- [Register](https://aacwp.org/register-2/)
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- [Event Organizers](https://aacwp.org/event-organizers/)
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- [Submit Event](https://aacwp.org/submit-event/)
- [Event Types](https://aacwp.org/event-types/)
- [User Profile](https://aacwp.org/user-profile/)
- [Booking](https://aacwp.org/booking/)
- [Events](https://aacwp.org/all-events/)
- [Venues](https://aacwp.org/venues/)
- [Performers](https://aacwp.org/performers/)
- [Membership Questionnaire](https://aacwp.org/membership-questionnaire/): Membership Questionnaire   First Name * Last Name * Email * Phone * Company * Title * Specialty * Short Bio * What have you found to be most valuable as a member so far? * What is the best advice you’ve received in your career? * What is the first thing you notice when you are a guest at a wedding? * Most valuable yet forgotten item in an emergency kit: * What inspired you to get into the wedding industry? * What type of couple is the best fit for your planning style? * What part of planning […]
- [CMWP Application](https://aacwp.org/cmwp-application/): Certified Master Wedding Planner (TWP) Application I understand that I am applying for the designation of Certified Master Wedding Planner within AACWP. Are you applying to become a local or national member of AACWP? * Local member living in the DFW area. National member out of state or 50 miles outside the DFW area. Name (First & Last) * Business Name * Address * City, State, Zip Code * Email * Business Phone Cell Phone Website Previous Work Experience * Name of your wedding certification organization * Number of years experience as a Certified Wedding Planner * Please upload your […]
- [CWP Application](https://aacwp.org/cwp-application/): Certified Wedding Planner (TWP) Application I understand that I am applying for the designation of Certified Wedding Planner within AACWP. Are you applying to become a local or national member of AACWP? * Local member living in the DFW area. National member out of state or 50 miles outside the DFW area. Name (First & Last) * Business Name * Address * City, State, Zip Code * Email * Business Phone Cell Phone Website Previous Work Experience * Name of your wedding certification organization * Number of years experience as a Trained Wedding Planner * Please upload your documents here: […]
- [TWP Application](https://aacwp.org/twp-application/): Trained Wedding Planner (TWP) Application Are you applying to become a local or national member of AACWP? * Local member living in the DFW area. National member out of state or 50 miles outside the DFW area. Name * Business Name * Address * City, State, Zip Code * Email * Business Phone Cell Phone Website Previous Work Experience * Name of your wedding certification organization * Date of your wedding planner training * If you received your training from a program other than AACWP, please upload copies of your Certificate of Completion, Syllabus, state business license, and proof of […]
- [CMWP Eligibility](https://aacwp.org/cmwp-eligibility/): Eligibility for Certified Master Wedding Planner (CMWP) Certification An applicant for Certified Master Wedding Planner status must first meet all criteria of both Trained Wedding Planner and Certified Wedding Planner listed below.   Becoming a Trained Wedding Planner 1. Applicant has successfully completed an approved course of study for wedding planners 2. Main focus is wedding planning 3. Has been in business for a minimum of one year 4. Can show proof of liability insurance 5. Has completed membership application including stated approval of the AACWP Code of Ethics 6. Has Board of Directors approval 7. Payment of AACWP’s membership fees   Becoming a […]
- [CWP Eligibility](https://aacwp.org/cwp-eligibility/): Eligibility for Certified Wedding Planner (CWP) Certification An applicant for Certified Wedding Planner status must first meet all criteria of Trained Wedding Planner listed below. Becoming a Trained Wedding Planner • Applicant has successfully completed an approved course of study for wedding planners • Main focus is wedding planning • Has been in business for a minimum of one year • Can show proof of liability insurance • Has completed membership application including stated approval of the AACWP Code of Ethics • Payment of AACWP membership fees Becoming a Certified Wedding Planner CWP status may be granted to independent wedding […]
- [TWP Eligibility](https://aacwp.org/twp-eligibility/): Trained Wedding Planner (TWP) Eligibility • Applicant has successfully completed an approved course of study for wedding planners • Main focus is wedding planning • Has been in business for a minimum of one year • Can show proof of liability insurance • Has completed membership application including stated approval of the AACWP Code of Ethics • Payment of AACWP membership fees   NOTE: If you have not as yet established your business, your membership will be provisional for a period of not more than 18 months, at which time you will be required to submit a valid state business license and […]
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- [Tickets Checkout](https://aacwp.org/tickets-checkout/)
- [Apply for a Vendi](https://aacwp.org/apply-for-a-vendi/): Submission for Vendi Planner Award 2025 When submitting a wedding for a Vendi award, please complete this form for each submission. You can submit by sending up to 5 images or a montage of 5 images with a brief summary of the wedding. Please explain your reasoning for submitting in a particular category. If you have trouble submitting your photos through this form, please use www.wetransfer.com to upload and email to executivedirector@aacwp.org. Important dates to keep in mind: Last day of accepted submissions: January 20, 2025 Range of accepted wedding dates: January 2024 to December 2024 Winner to be announced […]
- [Certified Master Wedding Planner Application](https://aacwp.org/certified-master-wedding-planner-application/): Certified Master Wedding Planner Application We thank you for your interest in the American Association of Certified Wedding Planners (AACWP). In order to be considered for the esteemed designation of Certified Master Wedding Planner (CMWP), please complete the application below in its entirety, and submit it in electronic format to the Membership Chairperson at the email listed below. Once the application has been received, you will be invoiced for the $75 CWMP application fee.   (Please note that only fully completed applications will be considered.)   Please allow 30-60 days for processing of your application. You will be notified by […]
- [Certified Wedding Planner Application](https://aacwp.org/certified-wedding-planner-application/): Certified Wedding Planner Application We thank you for your interest in the American Association of Certified Wedding Planners (AACWP). In order to be considered for the esteemed designation of Certified Wedding Planner (CWP), please complete the application below in its entirety, and submit it in electronic format to the Membership Chairperson at the email listed below. Once the application has been received, you will be invoiced for the $50 CWP application fee.   (Please note that only fully completed applications will be considered.) Please allow 30-60 days for processing of your application. You will be notified by the membership chair […]
- [AACWP Course Instructor Application](https://aacwp.org/aacwp-course-instructor-application/): AACWP Course Instructor Application As you know, AACWP believes in the importance of great education, and that begins with our training course. It provides in-depth training and information from professional planners and guest speakers who strive for excellence in the wedding industry. None of this is possible without you! We are continuing to grow and expand our course by broadening our outreach and curriculum. Please let us know if you are interested in being a part of the course as an instructor. Requirements for AACWP Training Course Instructor:Any AACWP member who meets or exceeds the criteria listed below may apply […]
- [Videos](https://aacwp.org/videos/): Members Only Videos NEW! “Overcome the Overwhelm”featuring Lauren Midgley 2 education credits1 hour, 27 minutesCredit: Summer Satterfield – Summer Films Video Purchase Now Pricing Zoom Meeting Purchase Now EDUCATE 2023 Panel Discussion1 hour, 15 minutesCredit: Aaron Wimberley, www.dallascreative.co Purchase Now EDUCATE 2023 – Sessions 1 & 2 Panel Discussion1 hour, 9 minutesCredit: Aaron Wimberley, www.dallascreative.co Purchase Now NEW! Reigning with Referrals Presented by Kevin Dennis, Editor of Wedding IQ47 minutesCredit: Lorena Burns Photography & Films Purchase Now Toxic Clients Presented by Jennifer TrotterRecorded 2/8/23 – 1 hour, 14 minutes2 education creditsCredit: Bay Productions Purchase Now How Much is Too Much Roundtable Recorded 9/20/22 – 1 hour, […]
- [Vendi](https://aacwp.org/vendi/): Planner Vendi Awards Read the 2025 Guidelines Apply for a Vendi Award
- [Benefits](https://aacwp.org/benefits/): Member Insurance Benefit We are pleased to present the opportunity to purchase Wedding Planner Insurance through the United States Liability Insurance Company.  Below is an active link to the quoting website. If you would like to try the quoting system, simply put TEST as your business name and you’ll be able to see the process without purchase. Questions may be directed toJeremy BlackburnThe Blackburn Insurance Agency, Inc.972.263.9482http://www.blackburninsurance.com Insurance quote link ~ https://services.usli.com/instantquote/?id=2150 
- [Applications](https://aacwp.org/applications/): AACWP Course Instructor Application As you know, AACWP believes in the importance of great education, and that begins with our training course. It provides in-depth training and information from professional planners and guest speakers who strive for excellence in the wedding industry. None of this is possible without you! We are continuing to grow and expand our course by broadening our outreach and curriculum. Please let us know if you are interested in being a part of the course as an instructor. Learn More and Apply   Certified Wedding Planner Application In order to be considered for the esteemed designation […]
- [Downloads](https://aacwp.org/downloads/): Bylaws and Logos Bylaws April 2022AACWP logosTWP logosCWP logosCMWP logosCorporate Member logosVendor Member logosMember logosPreferred Vendor logos Mentorship AACWP Mentoring ProgramMentorship Agreement 2018AACWP Mentor Application. 2017Mentor List April 22, 2022If You Have Recently Mentored a TWP, complete this form 2018If You Have Recently Been Mentored, complete this form Membership Info Template to talk about AACWP on your websitePreferred Vendor List – December 2020Dues Hours Celebrate guidelines 20202017 Member Pricing SurveyMembership Statistics Survey 2018Membership Questionnaire
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- [Register](https://aacwp.org/register/): Get registered Thank you for your interest in becoming a member of one of the most dynamic organizations in the area whose focus is on wedding planning and education. We encourage you to read the brief description of our three membership options listed below and discover the best fit for you in the AACWP community!
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- [Vendi Awards](https://aacwp.org/vendi-awards/): The Vendi Awards The Vendi Awards, presented by the American Association of Certified Wedding Planners (AACWP), honor outstanding wedding professionals within the industry. These prestigious awards are voted by AACWP wedding planners. The Vendi Awards celebrate creativity, professionalism, and dedication to making dreams come true for couples on their special day. On February 16, 2025, AACWP celebrated the 17th Annual Vendi Awards. The Chairs for this event were Peyton Pelham and Shonna Gainey of Weddings by StarDust, assisted by Santoria Harmon and Lisa Yarbro. Congratulations 2025 Winners! Bakery: Dallas Affaires Cake Co Band: In10City Band Bridal Salon: Stanley Korshak Caterer: […]
- [Meet Our Members](https://aacwp.org/meet-our-members/): Meet Our Planners and Vendor Members Certified Master Wedding Planners (CMWP) Laura MacPherson 214-435-7234Email Marsha French Stardust Celebrations 972-781-1619EmailWebsite Rachel Willis Rachel Willis Events 469-834-8647EmailWebsite Certified Wedding Planners (CWP) Corinne Sullivan Social Graces Wedding and Events 214-808-1043EmailWebsite Dawn Finley Culinaire 214-754-1888EmailWebsite Jacy Mullings 214-919-8077EmailWebsite Jenifer Cline Stardust Celebrations 972-781-1619EmailWebsite Lisa Yarbro Weddings by Lisa Yarbro 469-222-5419EmailWebsite Peyton Pelham Stardust Celebrations 214-718-2942EmailWebsite Ruth Spirer Weddings & Events by Ruth 972-672-3163EmailWebsite   Sheila Rigelsky Lakewood Country Club 214-821-1491EmailWebsite Sue Kelson Sue Kelson Events 972-447-8300EmailWebsite Trained Wedding Planners (TWP) Alexis Karis Karis Concepts 214-592-7772EmailWebsite Ashlie Lynch Rosewood Mansion on Turtle Creek 214-520-5825EmailWebsite Aubry […]
- [Events](https://aacwp.org/events/): Vendis 2026 February 15Uptown Marriot Dallas Get ready for an unforgettable evening that feels like stepping straight into vacation mode 🌴 Escape to ✨RESORT VENDI 2026 ✨Where vintage glamour meets tropical luxury!  Think warm nights, great company, immersive atmosphere, and experiences that make time slow down—just like a perfect getaway! No packing, no flights… just pure escape, for one night only, Sunday, February 15, 2026 at the Marriott Dallas Uptown.  Leave your industry routine at the door and join us for an evening that feels less like an event and more like a destination. 🌅✨🌴 Purchase Individual Tickets Purchase Individual Tickets […]
- [Training](https://aacwp.org/training/): Enroll Today! $899 AACWP is excited to offer our wedding planner training course entirely online and on demand! You can now study and complete this course entirely on your own time! With the self-led model, you will have access to the same great content as our other courses with the flexibility to complete the course work on a schedule that works for you. AACWP has set the standard for training courses for wedding planners with our in-house training program, and we have now recreated our content virtually to offer the option for more students to take advantage of our curriculum. […]
- [Join AACWP](https://aacwp.org/join-aacwp/): Please Join Us! Thank you for your interest in becoming a member of one of the most dynamic organizations in the area whose focus is on wedding planning and education. We encourage you to read the brief description of our four membership options listed below and discover the best fit for you in the AACWP community! “Any individual or wedding business entity with a focus on wedding planning may apply for membership. At its sole discretion, AACWP may deny membership, except it will not deny membership based on race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, sex, sexual preference, marital […]
- [Blog](https://aacwp.org/blog/)
- [Contact Us](https://aacwp.org/contact-us/): Contact AACWP Board Members are available by email or phone to answer any questions. American Association of Certified Wedding Planners2150 W. Northwest Hwy.Ste. 114 – 1039Grapevine, TX 76051 info@aacwp.org Name Email Message Send AACWP Board Members President Santoria Harmon, TWPEmail Vice President / Secretary Lisa Yarbro, CWP Email Education Marsha Ballard French, CMWP Email Treasurer / Executive Director Micki Novak, CMWP Email Meetings Jonathan Goldwater Email Meetings Co-chair Adam Morgan Email Training Course Director Stephanie Evans, TWP Email Communications & Social Media Brittney Rogers Shin Email Membership Sue Kelson, CWP Email
- [Reviews](https://aacwp.org/reviews/): Reviews Unraveling success stories Fusce ac velit a lectus venenatis convallis nec eu libero. Nulla facilisi. Phasellus vel sapien non arcu cursus consectetur. Sed vel sapien nec libero hendrerit accumsan sit amet in velit.  Rated 5 out of 5 “Exceptional guidance and encouragement from the team at wellglo. Their wellness coaching program empowered me to take control of my health and make sustainable lifestyle changes. Highly recommend!” David smith Health advocate  Rated 5 out of 5 “Highly impressed with the professionalism and dedication of wellglo. Their wellness coaching program is comprehensive and effective, helping me develop healthier habits […]
- [Certification](https://aacwp.org/certification/): Certification AACWP offers certification for any individual who has been trained to work in the exciting world of wedding planning. AACWP grants the use of the titles as long as the individual maintains 4 credit hours of industry training each year and as long as the individual is a member of AACWP. AACWP Trained Wedding Planner Successfully completed an approved course of study Has been planning weddings for at least one year Main focus is wedding planning Adheres to the AACWP Code of Ethics Learn More Annual Dues: $250 AACWP Certified Wedding Planner Continuing education is up to date Main […]
- [Home](https://aacwp.org/): Who we are The American Association of Certified Wedding Planners (AACWP) is a 501.C6 organization dedicated to training wedding planners and providing opportunities for collaboration with other industry professionals. For those who wish to become wedding planners or to achieve wedding planner certification status, AACWP offers unmatched initial training and continuing education programs throughout the year. Join Today
- [About](https://aacwp.org/about-us/): About AACWP We started with wedding planning…. Founded in 2007 by a group of dedicated wedding professionals, AACWP was established to provide education for aspiring wedding planners and to elevate the standards of those already in the field through certification and ongoing professional development. The founding members included Marsha Ballard-French, Trudy Baade, Jenny Cline, Laura DeBow, Shari Johns, Micki Novak, and Karen Radford. One of AACWP’s primary missions has been to offer training and mentorship  to individuals who wish to become wedding planners.  Secondarily, AACWP offers Certification status to those who wish to participate in ongoing education and ultimately reach […]


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