Our belief statement:
We believe in fostering an environment of kindness and authenticity in the luxury events industry - one where egos are checked at the door and it feels like family. We believe that collective experiences allow us to connect as humans on a personal level and personal connections lead to the best possible business connections. We combine industry-leading experience-based networking, education, advertising, and an online community to create a robust support system for wedding and event professionals around the world. All with a mission of giving back to our industry and the communities we impact.
Are you tired of going to the same old networking events? Mingle. A cocktail. Repeat. - Us too. That is why we created Emerge Event Collective.
We know that networking seems daunting. You are a busy and successful event pro who wants to be challenged with in-depth education and conversations, innovative networking events, and more than everyday meetups. One that helps you raise the bar not only in our industry but in your business.
We've combined innovative and inspiring networking events online and in person, industry-leading education and speakers, industry-leading designers for our events, and online advertising to create a new kind of event collective. One that feels like family. We spend time getting to know one another on a personal level by doing interactive activities that allow us to experience things as humans.
We believe that authentic personal relationships lead to authentic business relationships.
The following is included in every membership:
- Listing on our website directory
- Private Facebook Group and Online Community
- Blog and Social Media Features
- Educational opportunities
- Interactive and immersive networking opportunities
- Special offers and discounts from national partners
- Contact list for all members
- Invitation to all members-only events
- Discount to open events
- Monthly online members-only networking opportunities + occasional online networking opportunities
- Inclusive of all people
- Liability insurance for onsite professionals
- Registration with Secretary of State or Business License
- All licenses required by the location of business/discipline
- Positive review history (google, the knot, etc)
- Member Referral
The cost for membership is $45/month or $540/year + $50 initiation fee for the first member and $20/month or $240/year for the second member or more of your company.