Keith Willard Events LLC

Name: Keith Willard Events LLC
Address: Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33309, US
Telephone: +17542143537
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Keith Willard Events LLC

Keith Willard Events LLC Full service event company for social and corporate events. Concept to Completion Made Easy. This is my passion.

This page is really to give people an idea of my experience with a variety of events. Everything from a simple birthday to several thousand person conference. Nothing excites me more than a well organized event that brings smiles to those that attend and no stress for those that I am planning it for. I make it easy for you, your family, your company, and the vendors that are involved. Let me help take the stress out of doing your next event.

12/10/2024

Behind The Veil Special: The Trends Report from The Knot Worldwide

The Knot compiles the data from everyone planning weddings for the upcoming year to put together the most insightful of any of the trend predictions into one report. So what should you take from the report and what should you toss?

Our special guest: Tom Chelednik - North America Associate Director of Vendor Engagement for The Knot Worldwide.

Tom Chelednik has over 25 years of experience in sales and marketing, with 16 specifically in the wedding industry. From 2008 - 2020, Tom held several sales positions at The Knot, including Regional Director of Sales and Director of Training and Enablement. He led teams instrumental in growing and retaining new business across 20 states and Canada, ultimately helping wedding professional book more weddings and grow their businesses.

During his time at The Knot, Tom traveled the country 70% of each year to speak with and learn from wedding professionals. Tom is passionate about sharing the knowledge he has gained over the years and continues to coach pros, specifically to help them increase their leads and bookings.

In addition to The Knot, Tom was the COO of The Treasury Venue Collection in St. Augustine, Florida, where he learned firsthand what it was like to operate a wedding venue. During that time, he also helped build an online learning platform called Venue Profit Pro, designed for wedding venues nationwide to improve their marketing and sales results.

Tom rejoined The Knot Worldwide in the summer of 2022 and is now The Director of Vendor Engagement. When he’s not traveling around the country, Tom spends time with his family, which now includes three grandchildren.

11/14/2024

So excited to be quoted in the New York Post!

Thanks again to the amazing Meghan Ely and her team at OFD Consulting for sending me this call for responses. Just having the access makes a monumental difference.

Frost 321 / Amy Fisher- I was writing about you guys but they didn’t use your company name. But I tried!

Caviar dreams FORGET Champagne — caviar and toast has become the latest must-have wedding-day indulgence. Jennifer Rebello, director of catering at the Four Seasons Hotel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills, reported that more than 50% of the...

10/31/2024

As the temperatures finally start to go downward, a backyard outdoor wedding becomes again possible. But every beautiful backyard wedding needs solid logistics, and different planning mindset, to ensure the romance bubbles seamlessly to the top!

10/22/2024

Thank you to everyone for the birthday messages! As I scrolled through the messages I was surprised by two things… the sheer number of them, but also that a large majority tugged at specific memories of how we met, a past event, or a wedding that I helped with. As I get older, I worry about if I’ve actually made a difference. And I realized that It may not have been a major moment, but hundreds of smaller moments. Like the hundreds of times I called BINGO for The Pride Center, or volunteering for a non profit (like SMART Ride) or planning a wedding, or providing a connection between two people that might not have happened otherwise. Thank you!! I am so blessed to have an amazing husband, an incredible mom,a loving mother-in-law, a brilliant God-Daughter, a brave nephew (who just returned from serving overseas thank god) and a good friends that make me laugh, remind me when I’ve gone off track, and then cheer my success. I love you guys so much.

I look forward to the next 40 years - that would make me 95 (feels like a good number to aspire to!)

Thank you for helping me cross the double nickel date with joy for what the future may have in store.

10/16/2024

Just getting around to posting this - but a few weeks back I had the pleasure to attend the Veils of Light event at the Alfred DuPont Building. Gorgeous! The Food was incredible! So nice to be able to be a guest once in awhile.

10/15/2024

Have you been thinking about joining NACE South Florida? It's a good time to do it! There is a special going on where you can get 20% off a 1 year membership or 15 months for same cost as a year. Your choice!

Plus we just won a NACE ONE Award for Best Event for our Colin Cowie / Ritz-Carlton Escapade. So we are getting a lot of attention - actually our local chapter has always been a leader nationally, but we always try to outdo ourselves. Our 2025 Event Calendar is already being planned out and we have some amazing events in the works.

Mention me when you join :) https://www.nace.net/become-member

10/08/2024

This wedding I planned at was made even more perfect with these amazing florals from - and beautifully captured by .photography

08/27/2024

So honored to one of the few cruise ship wedding planning experts to be included in the latest Travel + Leisure magazine that covers getting married on a cruise ship!

https://www.travelandleisure.com/how-to-plan-a-cruise-wedding-8692636

Looking to get married on a cruise ship? Let’s talk!

Here's all you need to know about how to get married on a cruise ship.

07/19/2024

so excited that my beautiful couple got the top photo in this article! Vintage doesn't mean old - it means classic as in classic cars and sticking to some of the tried-and-true ways. There is always room to add your own signature into your wedding, but the classics never grow old.

Your parents and grandparents were actually onto something.

06/27/2024

Recently received an evite from someone I hadn't communicated with for a long time. I was thrilled to see it, but when I went to open it, it gave me six different options. Asking for username and password for Outlook, or Microsoft 365, or Google, or... and so on.

Obviously you never do that - so I checked the email address and it had come from this persons email.

I replied to the email saying that it was weird that it was asking me these questions and is it possible she had gotten hacked, and if she didn't, could she send the invite a different way. I then got a reply, from her "supposedly", saying it was just an invitation and to open it.

Long story long - I texted the owner of the email. She had no idea what I was talking about. Someone not only got into her email, they sent out phishing invites to all of her contacts, changed her email password, and taken over her email account. CREEPY!!

So it if doesn't feel right, don't do it and call the person!

06/26/2024

Excited to share a recent article I provided insight for in Special Events Magazine titled "Great Inspiration - How To Keep The Creative Juices Flowing", starting on pages 48 - 62. The piece features valuable insights from multiple pros that may inspire as we head into the slow season in South Florida! Check it out here: https://www.specialevents.com/special-events-summer-2024-0 #1

Special Events Media Keith Willard Events LLC OFD Consulting LLC Meghan Ely

Special Events - Summer 2024

06/25/2024

I don’t typically follow sports but congratulations to the Florida Panthers!! Just wow! 2 to 1 come from behind win!

06/13/2024

The way the tickets are going - this is going to be another Colin Cowie type of event. It is going to sell out!

For tickets click here: www.nacesfl.com

You are going to want to go to this. It's going to look amazing, your going to meet some amazing people, try some amazing food, and learn from one of the best in the industry. Don't get left out and then kick yourself because everyone is talking about how amazing it was...

06/08/2024

It was a huge honor to be a part of Leadership Broward Foundation graduation celebration at the The The Westin Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort. Thank you to my incredible vendors who joined me in supporting this amazing group. Art of Flowers Weston.. - those centerpieces were extraordinary! People were fighting to take the home! Frost 321 - the nitrogen alcoholic ice cream and sorbet was a massive hit. And then there was Dipp PhotoBooth - who created the Leadership Broward logo using the selfies from the event - PLUS - AI and lighting made us all look like kardashians! Thank you Thank You, Thank You!! If you’re looking for something different, fun, delicious and beautiful, higher this sponsor first - Keith Willard Events LLC LLC… and then I can get the dream team together!!

06/06/2024

Can’t believe it has already been two years since this wedding at Baker’s Cay Resort. Literally that morning a tropical storm / hurricane rolled through the keys - and at 3:00pm, like magic, it cleared up. Cache Events and Keys Audio Party Rentals were phenomenal in making this event happen.

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Behind The Veil Special: The Trends Report from The Knot Worldwide

Behind The Veil Special: The Trends Report from The Knot Worldwide The Knot compiles the data from everyone planning weddings for the upcoming year to put together the most insightful of any of the trend predictions into one report. So what should you take from the report and what should you toss? Our special guest: Tom Chelednik - North America Associate Director of Vendor Engagement for The Knot Worldwide. Tom Chelednik has over 25 years of experience in sales and marketing, with 16 specifically in the wedding industry. From 2008 - 2020, Tom held several sales positions at The Knot, including Regional Director of Sales and Director of Training and Enablement. He led teams instrumental in growing and retaining new business across 20 states and Canada, ultimately helping wedding professional book more weddings and grow their businesses. During his time at The Knot, Tom traveled the country 70% of each year to speak with and learn from wedding professionals. Tom is passionate about sharing the knowledge he has gained over the years and continues to coach pros, specifically to help them increase their leads and bookings. In addition to The Knot, Tom was the COO of The Treasury Venue Collection in St. Augustine, Florida, where he learned firsthand what it was like to operate a wedding venue. During that time, he also helped build an online learning platform called Venue Profit Pro, designed for wedding venues nationwide to improve their marketing and sales results. Tom rejoined The Knot Worldwide in the summer of 2022 and is now The Director of Vendor Engagement. When he’s not traveling around the country, Tom spends time with his family, which now includes three grandchildren.

Can’t believe it has already been two years since this wedding at Baker's Cay Resort. Literally that morning a tropical storm / hurricane rolled through the keys - and at 3:00pm, like magic, it cleared up. Cache Events and Keys Audio Party Rentals were phenomenal in making this event happen.

Behind The Veil: The Art of The Hustle

Behind The Veil: The Art of The Hustle "The Art of the Hustle" often refers to the skill and finesse required to navigate the world of business and entrepreneurship successfully. It's about more than just hard work; it's about strategy, perseverance, adaptability, and sometimes a touch of charm. The "hustle" implies a relentless drive to achieve goals, overcome obstacles, and seize opportunities, even in the face of adversity. Our guest: Terrica Terrica has been creating exquisite weddings and events in the Golden Isles area for the past nineteen years. Her weddings and expertise have been in The Knot, Reader’s Digest, Martha Stewart Weddings, HLN tv, PeopleTV, and more. A Speaker of the Year nominee for the National Association of Catering and Events ONE award and a popular educator for The Knot and Wedding Wire, she launched her new wedding industry education system, Wedding Pro University, and Wedding Pro Workshop, to provide niche and nuanced education that help wedding professionals implement and build their businesses quickly and efficiently. Terrica also hosts the “She Doesn’t Even Go Here” podcast. Personally - this is going to be one of my favorite conversations of all time! Terrica is going to bring it. If you haven't gotten a chance to see her speak, this episode is going to give you just a small taste of what it is like to see her in person.

Behind The Veil - The Founder & Shark Tank Winner, Sara Margulis

Behind The Veil - The Founder of Honey Fund and Shark Tank Winner, Sara Margulis! Sara Margulis, Co-founder and CEO Honeyfund.com, Inc. Sara is an enthusiastic champion of love and travel. As co-founder and CEO of the popular honeymoon registry Honeyfund, she is focused on a singular mission: helping all couples make their honeymoon happen. This is simply because research shows that couples who start their marriage with a honeymoon are more likely to be happily married 11+ years later. Sara's winning appearance on Shark Tank in 2014 has propelled her into regional, national and international speakerships and media. She’s sought as an expert on a variety of topics including weddings, honeymoons, personal finance and empowerment, marketing and entrepreneurship, and women in business. https://www.linkedin.com/in/saramargulis/ facebook.com/honeyfund linkedin.com/company/honeyfund-com-inc-/ instagram.com/honeyfund https://www.tiktok.com/@honeyfund

Behind The Veil: The Secret To Booking Athletes and Celebrities!

Behind The Veil: The secret to securing professional athletes and celebrities as your clients. Finding and working with celebrities is an art, but be careful watch you wish for. Many times you may not be able to even say who your client is! Our Guest: Randy Long Randy Long is the owner of The Pix Squad, a professional event photography company specializing in corporate gatherings, golf outings and charity galas. The Pix Squad’s Mobile Pix Cart has turned golf photography upside down and is welcomed by PGA, LPGA and PGA Canada tournaments as well as hundreds of local tournaments. The Mobile Pix Cart led The Pix Squad to work with 24 pro sports figures such as Von Miller, Ron Jaworski, Patrick Williams and Darren Waller, further bolstering their fundraising galas and events coast to coast, creating a measurable increase in philanthropic donations through the heightened level of entertainment they provide. With a degree in theatre and extensive event management experience, Randy and his Squad leveraged that experience to produce jaw dropping photo experiences to increase sponsorship income and extend social reach. Randy was first a small town newspaper reporter/photographer who translated his experience into opportunity when he took a side gig as a mall Santa to pay for his family's holiday spending. Frustrated with the experience, Randy created Santa Magic (shopping center Santa/Easter Photo) and later The Pix Squad. Huge corporate clients like Microsoft, United Way, Bell Bank and Great Clips, have also used The Pix Squad to increase brand awareness, corporate goodwill or employee engagement at their events. One of Randy’s proudest accomplishments as a business owner is his Squad Members who often get job offers from Pix Squad clients due to their enthusiasm and work ethic.

Behind The Veil: Luxury Lifestyle Concierge

Behind The Veil: Luxury Lifestyle Concierge The most valuable asset we posses is time. When planning a wedding, a honeymoon, or any escape, having a someone to take care of every detail could be immeasurable! Our Guest: Shauna Norton Known for her attention to detail, she stands as the owner of a thriving Lifestyle Concierge service. With a proven track record in project management and a knack for strategic problem-solving, Shauna is a versatile entrepreneur who has honed her skills across various industries. Her expertise spans operations management, financial planning, and event execution. Dolce Vita is the vision of founder Shauna Norton, a Jamaican native who grew up in the US. Possessing a lifelong love of travel and new experiences, Shauna has traveled extensively. Throughout her experiences, has forged an extensive network of contacts and sources that allows Dolce Vita Concierge to deliver a broad world of services to clients inside and outside the US. Shauna Norton holds a Master’s in Business Administration from Nova Southeastern University and a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Florida International University. With licenses including SIE, Series 6, and 63, she combines academic excellence with financial expertise.

Behind The Veil: Being an Efficient Officiant!

Behind The Veil: Being an Efficient Officiant! A wedding ceremony has a a central figure - the officiant. That one person can make the moment romantic, funny, or down right uncomfortable. Who better to ask than the hosts of another wedding podcast that both happen to be officiants? About us: Andrea and Celia are experienced professional NJ Wedding Officiants who host a popular local podcast called New Jersey Wedding Podcast where they give couples an insider's look at everything wedding in NJ! Their guests, the top artists in the NJ wedding industry, will talk about trends, ideas, and tips to help you as you plan your wedding day. Every episode will have you laughing, nodding in agreement and cheering when they talk about YOUR fabulous venue or wedding pro! Whether you're already planning; or maybe just daydreaming, “New Jersey Wedding Podcast” welcomes you (and your questions and comments too!) Get ready to be inspired by heartwarming stories, to discover unique ideas, and gather all the essential details to create your perfect wedding day. With thousands of weddings between them, Andrea and Celia love to tell wedding stories; yours might be one of them! Andrea is the creator of “For this Joyous Occasion”, her full time practice as a wedding officiant. Since 2011, she’s married over 1000 couples in all kinds of ways! From our state’s grandest venues to backyard BBQ’s; from intimate, elegant micro weddings to four people on the most beautiful beaches in NJ. Do you have a theme wedding in mind? She’s probably written it! Celia is the lead officiant and ring leader at NJ Vows Now, a group of creative, accomplished officiants who have been entertaining guests and legally marrying couples since 2008. Their ceremonies are personal, uplifting and…short (everyone loves that part!) We all welcome every couple; religious, non-religious and everyone in between. The LGBTQ+ community is embraced and welcomed. Multi

Behind The Veil: Being a wedding planner - The Good, The Bad and The Not so Pretty!y

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Behind The Veil: Bringing Flair & Excitement to Your Wedding From Down Under

Bringing Flair & Excitement to Your Wedding From Down Under Every couple always seems to look for something to make their wedding standout. Sometimes this can include going back to basics, such as having an MC guide your night. Meet Nathan Cassar, Australia's Premier Award-Winning MC - specializing in truly unforgettable events that always leave a lasting impression. Based in Sydney, Nathan Cassar MC has for over 10 years (and counting) proudly done what he is most passionate about – creating 1000s of lasting memories through the power of live entertainment and a flair for the extraordinary. Nathan is the standout go-to choice for smooth and exceptional weddings and corporate events and transforms every event, no matter the size, into a thrilling and unforgettable experience, never settling for anything less than perfection. Whether as a Cruise Director for Princess Cruises, at the helm of a wedding reception, or leading a major awards gala evening, Nathan knows how to bring energy and excitement to every gig he hosts. It's also no surprise that he's been hailed as a leader in the industry, earning accolades including: • Two-Time Winner - Best Wedding MC - Wedding Industry Awards (Western Sydney) 2023 & 2022 • 2nd Overall Best Wedding MC - Australian Wedding Awards (National) 2022 • Winner - Best Wedding MC (NSW) - Lux-Life Global Wedding Awards 2023 • Winner - International Wedding Awards Best MC (Local & Country Round Awards) 2023 • Winner - Australian Achiever Awards 2023 - Remarkable Customer Service in Bridal & Wedding Services & Supplies (National Winner) • 3rd Place - ABIA Wedding Awards - Master of Ceremonies (NSW) 2022 • Winner - Most Entertaining MC (NSW) - Lux-Life Global Excellence Awards 2022 From humble beginnings as a high school competitive public speaker and co-founder of the UOW Debating Society (SWORDS) to Cruise Director for Princess Cruises, Nathan's award-winning entertainment career has taken him all over Australia and th

Behind The Veil: The value of a wedding planner for DIY couples

Behind The Veil: The value of a wedding planner for DIY couples Planning a wedding is no easy task, even for the best DIY couples. But if you are really Doing It Yourself, do you really need a wedding planner too? And for wedding planners, how do you explain your value to a DIY couple? Our guest this week: Cassie LaMere Blending a lifelong passion for exceptional event curation with a keen eye for detail, Cassie LaMere stands as a paragon in luxury event planning. As the Founder and Creative Director of Cassie LaMere Events, she has redefined the art of creating memorable experiences, merging meticulous design with a flair for the extraordinary. From her early days, Cassie was destined to dazzle. Her innate desire to transform every occasion into a cherished memory has been the cornerstone of her 15-year career. This journey has seen her evolve from a zealous entertainer into a venerated architect of bespoke events, celebrated for her commitment to excellence and innovation. The philosophy of personalization and authenticity is at the heart of Cassie LaMere Events. Each event is a tapestry of unique experiences woven with the threads of Cassie's diverse expertise across various sectors. This holistic approach ensures that every aspect of the event, from conception to execution, resonates with the client's vision and exceeds their expectations. Cassie's leadership extends beyond the realm of event planning. Her firm, a namesake testament to her dedication, is a collective of skilled designers and coordinators who share her enthusiasm for crafting joyous moments. Their work transcends the ordinary, creating luxury experiences that not only meet but anticipate the discerning standards of their clientele.

Behind The Veil - What Does a Wedding Planner Do?

As a wedding planner, sometimes it is really difficult to put in writing what we actually do. From finding the venue, to hiring the vendors, and event a nod to being a physcologist, a good wedding planner can make it feel effortless...but a bad wedding planner can make it feel like a nightmare. So what make a good wedding planner, and what questions should you be asking to ensure you are working with a true pro? Our guest this week: Marley Majcher Marley Majcher is the CEO of The Party Goddess!, a nationally acclaimed full-service event planning and catering company. From understated elegance to rock star fabulous, Majcher is known for creating the most talked about parties of the year for a client list ranging from top-tier businesses to A-list celebrities such as Snoop Dogg, Sofia Vergara and Britney Spears. As The Profit Goddess!, Marley is also quickly establishing herself as one of the best resources for small business owners and entrepreneurs out there. She is a top business coach in Los Angeles, and the author of But Are You Making Any Money?, a witty and lauded business guide praised by Forbes as "a great how-to book for any entrepreneur." Majcher is the party planning and entrepreneurial expert people turn to for all things entertaining. Her popular savvy and business sense have earned her appearances on various outlets and shows including “Fox and Friends,” Fox Business, MSNBC, “Extra,” “Good Day LA,” Bravo, E!, MTV, HGTV, FOX, ABC, CBS, NBC and The Wedding Channel. For a hands-free experience, ask Alexa to play the latest podcast episode of Behind The Veil with Keith Willard. The BEHIND THE VEIL Show is the winner of the 2021, 2022 and 2023 Telly Award for best online unscripted series, and the NACE One Award for Innovator of The Year.

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I started out in the non-profit segment. What I should say I was the Executive Director of a small non-profit call IMMMUNocise. It was a health and wellness program to help people with HIV live longer happier lives. This was in the 1990’s so a lot has changed in the years since but learning how to create incredible events with a twist has not! Being a small organization, I had to learn how to maximize what I had readily available, to create unusual and fun events that people would happily pay to be a part of, and to reinvent older fundraisers into something new and fresh.

In the time between then and now I worked my way up through hotels ending my career as The Director of Catering at The Ritz-Carlton Bal Harbour. I also worked with multiple event companies learning how to throw an event anywhere, and I do mean anywhere.

So when the time came to open Keith Willard Events I knew that it was a path that I was both ready for and happy to take on. My clients throw massive thousand person events to an intimate wedding for 20. Every event is unique and special. I give the same attention and vision to a client with a fundraising dinner for 50 or a wedding for 150. My pricing is straight forward and I make sure everyone leaves their event thinking that was the best event I have ever been to. I do everything from Concept To Completion and I make it easy.

I offer a variety of services that range from start to finish planning to day of. Not everyone needs the same assistance I want to be able to offer as many options as possible.