On this week's episode of The Venue Rx Podcast, our host Jonathan Aymin sits down with Blake Harris, owner of The Haven Event Space. Blake shares his journey of starting the venue with his wife Abby and the realities of what venue ownership looks like . Despite facing challenges in finding funding and people who believed in his vision, Blake remained determined and pressed on with the construction of The Haven Event Space. The venue, a contemporary farmhouse-style space on 40 private acres, open...
Oct 10, 2023•44 min
In this special podcast episode, our host, Jonathan Aymin, sits down to be interviewed by Lindsey Lucas, a venue coaching consultant. Together, they delve into Jonathan's remarkable journey within the wedding industry and venue management. Jonathan shares the origins of his business and his profound affection for the industry and his entrepreneurial endeavors, including the inception of a staffing company alongside his wife. He chronicles his diverse experiences, from various job roles to succes...
Oct 05, 2023•44 min
In this week’s episode of The Venue Rx Podcast, our host Jonathan Aymin sits down with Maxine Baptiste, the owner of Occasions on Main, an all inclusive venue space in Lithonia, Georgia. Maxine shares her approach to customer service and experience in the wedding and event industry. She discusses the importance of word-of-mouth referrals and goes above and beyond to show appreciation to her clients. Maxine talks about the transformation of her venue and her goal of providing a one-stop-shop expe...
Oct 03, 2023•52 min
In this week's episode of The Venue Rx Podcast, our host Jonathan Aymin sits down with Neal Bergstrom and Hayden Holm owners of Venue Spark to discuss their backgrounds and how they entered the wedding and events industry. They share their experiences working at The Falls Event Center and the challenges they faced in turning the company around. They also talk about their new venture, Venue Spark, and their role in helping venues navigate the challenges of the pandemic. They emphasize the importa...
Sep 28, 2023•1 hr 6 min
In this week’s episode of The Venue Rx Podcast, our host Jonathan Aymin sits down with Kelly Ewell, the owner of 48 Fields Farm, a wedding venue in Northern Virginia. They discuss various aspects of venue ownership, including challenges, attracting couples, and the importance of personal connection and soft skills in the wedding industry. Kelly shares her origin story and how she got into the wedding industry. She talks about the challenges they faced in the beginning, getting financing for thei...
Sep 26, 2023•51 min
In this week’s episode of The Venue Rx Podcast, our host Jonathan Aymin welcomes Fausto Pifferrer back to the show to discuss his initiative called "You Can Have Mine." Fausto shares his personal background growing up poor and witnessing food waste in the industry while people go hungry. He proposes that vendors donate the money charged for vendor meals to help feed those in need. They discuss the accessibility of the project and how vendors in various price ranges can participate. He also talks...
Sep 22, 2023•31 min
In this week's episode of The Venue Rx Podcast, our host Jonathan Aymin sits down with Jessica Heddings, the owner of a venue called Island View Waterfront. She discusses how she discovered the podcast and her experience in the wedding and events industry. Jessica shares her transition from running a restaurant to operating a wedding venue, her marketing strategies, and the tools she uses for her business. She also talks about her booking process, the challenges she faced, and her vision for the...
Sep 19, 2023•42 min
In this week's episode of The Venue Rx Podcast, our host Jonathan Aymin sits down with Mitchell Busse to discuss the importance of insurance for event venues, specifically focusing on cancellation insurance. He explains that cancellation insurance can provide financial protection in case of unforeseen circumstances that lead to event cancellations. Mitchell highlights the affordability of cancellation insurance and its potential to alleviate financial burdens. He also mentions the value of offer...
Sep 14, 2023•34 min
In this week’s episode of The Venue Rx Podcast, our host Jonathan Aymin sits down with Becky Nuttall, the owner of Clay Venues in Colorado Springs. Becky shares her journey of starting in the wedding industry as a photographer and eventually realizing her dream of owning a venue. She discusses the challenges and excitement of owning a venue, the process of finding the perfect location, and the importance of financial padding and having a strong team. Becky also talks about the different types of...
Sep 11, 2023•41 min
In this week's episode of The Venue Rx Podcast, our host Jonathan Aymin sits down with Taryn Blake, the owner of Taryn Blake Events to discuss various aspects of the wedding industry. She emphasizes the importance of local market and competitive analysis for wedding venues, as well as the benefits of working with an established planning team rather than hiring in-house staff. Taryn shares insights on managing multiple venues, finding and retaining great staff, and the challenges and opportunitie...
Sep 07, 2023•1 hr
In this week's episode of The Venue Rx Podcast, our host Jonathan Aymin interviews Tirzah Caffee, the owner of Alexander Homestead, a historic wedding venue in Charlotte, North Carolina, and a venue consultant in the wedding industry. Tirzah shares her experience in the industry and her journey as a venue owner. She discusses the importance of knowing the market, understanding competitors, and sharing best practices. Tirzah also talks about her family's involvement in the wedding industry and th...
Sep 04, 2023•34 min
In this week's episode of The Venue Rx Podcast, our host Jonathan Aymin sits down with digital marketer and Owner of Snowmad Digital, Elizabeth Nelson. Elizabeth shares her journey into the wedding industry and her passion for working with venue owners. She discusses her approach to working with clients, emphasizing the importance of prioritizing their needs and ensuring their satisfaction. Elizabeth also talks about her plans for speaking engagements and her ideal client, highlighting the value...
Aug 31, 2023•1 hr 6 min
In this week's episode of the Venue RX Podcast, our host Jonathan Aymin interviews Alex Gold, a venue owner in Center Point, Texas. They discuss Alex's unique wedding venue, Elm Pass Woods, which features an outdoor festival vibe and Scandinavian teepees. Alex shares her journey of how she got into the wedding industry, starting with her own wedding and then realizing the potential for her venue to be a business. They talk about the challenges and successes of running a wedding venue, including ...
Aug 29, 2023•51 min
In this week's episode of The Venue Rx Podcast, our host Jonathan Aymin sits down with Justin Sutton from Nuptial to discuss the importance of risk management for venue owners. He highlights the need to protect the business and its assets, and the potential consequences of not doing so. Justin explains how his company helps venue owners address their concerns and mitigate risks related to their business structure, working with others, insurance contracts, and more. He also discusses the specific...
Aug 24, 2023•51 min
In this week's episode of The Venue Rx Podcast, our host Jonathan Aymin welcomes Brenda Baker, owner of Oak & Ivy, a wedding venue in Aubrey Texas. Brenda shares her background as an interior designer and how she and her husband decided to start a venue after their daughter's wedding. She discusses the challenges of working together as a couple and offers advice for new couples in the venue industry. Brenda talks about the process of designing and constructing their barn-style venue, includi...
Aug 22, 2023•48 min
In this week's episode of The Venue Rx Podcast, Jeff and Jesse Pavalone, the founders of Venues Made Simple, discuss their journey in the wedding industry and the challenges they faced when planning their own wedding. They highlight the lack of technology and transparency in the industry, which inspired them to create Venues Made Simple. The platform serves as a lead generation platform for venues and a user-friendly platform for engaged couples to access venue information and availability. They...
Aug 17, 2023•42 min
In this week's episode of The Venue Rx Podcast, our host Jonathan Aymin starts Season 2 of the Venue Owners Series by welcoming Jorge Resendiz, owner of the House of the Orange Blossom wedding venue in South Texas. Jorge discusses his journey to venue ownership and the unique aspects of the wedding industry in the Rio Grande Valley. He talks about the impact of being in a border town and the popularity of all-inclusive wedding packages in the area. Jorge also shares his marketing strategies, cha...
Aug 14, 2023•40 min
In this week's episode of The Venue RX podcast, our host sits down with SEO expert Sara Dunn to discuss the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on the wedding industry and search engine optimization (SEO). They explore the use of AI tools like ChatGPT for finding wedding venues and generating content. They discuss the benefits and potential dangers of AI, the importance of human expertise in creative jobs, and how professionals can effectively use AI tools to enhance their work. They also tou...
Aug 10, 2023•53 min
In this week's episode of The Venue RX podcast, our host Jonathan Aymin sits down with Shannon Tarrent, co-founder of Wedding Venue Map, to discuss her journey getting into the wedding industry. They delve into the complexities of all-inclusive wedding venues and the importance of starting small when building such a venue. Shannon emphasizes the significance of documenting and sharing best practices in managing wedding venues. They also touch upon the growth of her company Wedding Venue Map and ...
Aug 03, 2023•56 min
In this week's episode of The Venue Rx Podcast, our host Jonathan Aymin sits down with Caitlin Kuchemba, the owner of Fulton Events, a luxury wedding planning company. She shares her journey in the wedding industry and offers valuable insights for aspiring entrepreneurs. She discusses the importance of skills, education, and business acumen in the industry, emphasizing that formal education is not a requirement but can provide valuable training and networking opportunities. Caitlin also highligh...
Jul 27, 2023•49 min
In this week's podcast episode of the Venue Rx Podcast, our host Jonathan Aymin sits down with Jaclyn Watson from Jaclyn Watson Events to discuss mental health in the wedding and events industry. Jaclyn shares her background in the industry and her recent experience at a Cater Source + The Special Event conference. They talk about the importance of being open and honest about disabilities, educating clients without scaring them away, and setting boundaries with clients. They also touch on pricin...
Jul 19, 2023•36 min
In this week's podcast episode, our host Jonathan Aymin interviews Lauren Mandel, the VP of Marketing at Party Slate. Party Slate is a platform that connects people planning events with venues and vendors. Lauren discusses the features and benefits of Party Slate for both consumers and businesses. She explains how Party Slate helps consumers find and book venues, and how venues can showcase their work and attract customers. Lauren also talks about the importance of pricing information and how Pa...
Jul 12, 2023•52 min
In this week's episode of The Venue Rx Podcast, our host Jonathan Aymin welcomes photography business coach Roy Serafin. Roy is the founder of Story & Community and Roy Serafin Photo Co. They discuss the importance of SEO for wedding venues and how it can benefit businesses in the wedding industry. Roy shares his experience as a wedding photographer during the COVID-19 pandemic, where he had to come up with creative solutions for couples who wanted to get married despite the restrictions. Th...
Jul 06, 2023•43 min
In this week's episode of The Venue Rx Podcast, our host Jonathan Aymin sits down with Ariel Thieken, the founder of I Do Design Studio. In this engaging podcast, they discuss the most valuable lesson: the strategic use of H1 and H2 tags on websites. Ariel, an expert in marketing and venue management, shares her insights on optimizing these tags to improve search engine visibility and user experience. With a screen share analysis of Jonathan's website, they provide practical tips and recommendat...
Jun 29, 2023•46 min
In this episode of The Venue RX Podcast, our host Jonathan Aymin sits down with Kristy Rice, a stationer who designs custom bespoke stationery for weddings and events. Kristy shares her insights into how visual artists can differentiate themselves from AI creators in their marketing strategies. She also emphasizes the importance of short form video in marketing and how it can be used for education and aesthetic content. Kristy's passion for teaching and connecting with people is evident in her l...
Jun 22, 2023•40 min•Season 6Ep. 4
In this week's episode of The Venue RX podcast, our host Jonathan Aymin interviews Ershad Zamani, founder of 360 Site Visit. He discusses the benefits of using 360 virtual tours for wedding venues. Ershad shares about the process of creating a virtual tour, the benefits of using this tool for sales and marketing, and how it can help eliminate unnecessary visits from potential clients. Ershad explains that the tool can help attract the right type of clients and eliminate wasted time for both the ...
Jun 15, 2023•37 min
In this week's podcast episode of The Venue RX, our host Jonathan Aymin, interviews Tayler, the founder of Enji, a tech startup that helps small business owners create and manage their marketing strategies. Tayler discusses the importance of using data to inform marketing decisions and the potential benefits of incorporating AI into marketing strategies. She also emphasizes the importance of understanding the psychological and behavioral aspects of marketing and committing to building habits to ...
Jun 08, 2023•45 min
In this week's episode of The Venue RX podcast, our host Jonathan Aymin interviews guest Liene Stevens about her unconventional journey to the wedding industry and her experience in the luxury market and tourism. They discuss pricing and how to set pricing in a way that aligns with one's values. Lynn emphasizes the importance of providing value and unique services rather than relying on entitlement or arbitrary rules for pricing. They also touch on the importance of data analysis in the wedding ...
May 31, 2023•1 hr 1 min
In this episode of the Venue RX podcast, our host Jonathan Aymin discusses how unexpected schedule conflicts and delays can be turned into an advantage for business growth. He shares his personal experience of having his entire day's schedule cancelled and how he turned it into an opportunity to accomplish a lot of work. Jonathan emphasizes the importance of being a student of your calendar, momentum, and progress in business growth. He suggests that unexpected white space can be used to analyze...
May 29, 2023•14 min
In this week's episode of The Venue RX, our host Jonathan Aymin sits down with Andrea Shah, a copywriter specializing in the wedding industry. They discuss the importance of copywriting and website design for wedding venues, the difference between content writing and copywriting, and the role of SEO in making a website searchable. Andrea explains her process for working with wedding venues, including researching the venue and its competitors, talking to past couples, and focusing on the experien...
May 25, 2023•32 min
