The wedding industry is brimming with opportunities to connect, learn, and grow — but finding the right organizations to support your journey can be overwhelming. That’s where our Wedding Industry Organizations Directory comes in. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just starting out, this comprehensive directory is your one-stop resource to connect with the most influential groups, associations, and networks in the wedding world.
From global associations to niche communities, the Wedding Industry Organizations Directory features a wide range of organizations designed to help you expand your business, stay ahead of trends, and build lasting professional relationships. You’ll find everything from vendor-focused groups to major wedding professional associations and even exclusive invite-only networks that cater to top-tier wedding professionals.
With carefully curated listings and up-to-date information, you can easily discover organizations that align with your goals, interests, and expertise. Plus, by becoming a member of these groups, you’ll gain access to valuable resources, industry insights, and exclusive events that will elevate your career.
Don’t miss out on the chance to connect with the leaders of the wedding industry. Visit my directory today to start exploring, networking, and growing your business in ways you never imagined.
Key Wedding Industry Organizations: Your Ultimate Directory for Networking & Growth
Organizations listed are open to all event professionals
Wedding Industry Professionals Association
“WIPA (Wedding Industry Professionals Association) is a not-for-profit association for leading wedding professionals in North America and around the world. Our mission is to foster excellence in the wedding industry through comprehensive education, dynamic networking opportunities, and valuable resource offerings. We are committed to empowering all wedding professionals with the knowledge and connections needed to drive industry innovation and uphold the highest ethical practices. WIPA currently has 22 chapters.”
Founded: 2008
Société Privée
“Société Privée is an invitation-only luxury wedding network consisting of local chapters with global connections. We unite visionary wedding industry leaders renowned for their exceptional talent and outstanding contributions to the world of weddings. Membership is invitation-only. To gain consideration into our exclusive membership, one must be invited by Société Privée or recommended by two current members.”
Founder: Krystel Stacey
Founded: 2023
Emerge Event Collective
“After years of attending industry events and conferences, we decided to create something different: a networking group that feels like family, where egos are checked and authentic connections are made. Emerge was born from the idea of offering fun, interactive, and experience-based gatherings where wedding and event pros can share their highs, lows, and business insights in a safe space.”
Founder: Sarah Roshan
Founded: 2012
Freeda
“Freeda is a private network dedicated to helping its members build lasting success in their businesses.”
Founder: Anja Winikka
Founded: 2024
RSVP
“RSVP isn’t just a membership—it’s a passport to unparalleled opportunities in the realm of luxury events.
We cater to the vibrant community of vivacious, growing professionals in the wedding and party industry, offering access to a network like no other.”
Founder: James Lord
Association of Bridal Consultants
“The Association of Bridal Consultants (ABC) is a leading professional organization dedicated to advancing the wedding industry. ABC offers comprehensive training, resources, and networking opportunities for wedding planners and vendors, ensuring they stay at the forefront of industry trends and best practices.”
Founded: 1955
Educate | Empower | Encourage
“Educate | Empower | Encourage is a members-only community of high achieving creatives who understand that we are better together.”
Founders: Julie Bunkley, Courtney Wolf, (Invision Events) Wendy Kay (Birds of a Feather Events)
Founded: 2020
International Live Events Association
“ILEA works to join event professionals to focus on the “event as a whole” rather than its individual parts.
After nearly four decades, ILEA is comprised of over 1,500 professionals associated with 40+ chapters in 35 countries around the world who work in the live events industry.”
Founded: 1987
National Association for Catering and Events (NACE)
“NACE offers education, resources, and networking to empower catering and event professionals to thrive in their careers. With more than 40 chapters across the country and a growing network of members, NACE empowers catering and event professionals by providing them with industry-leading education, tools and resources, and a vibrant community to learn and grow.”
Founded: 1958
Forecasted
“Forecasted—a new online group for the event industry dedicated to event safety and meteorology. As a completely free initiative open to all event professionals, our mission is to spark meaningful conversations about event safety, explore weather-related risks, and address the challenges vendors face onsite.”
Founder: Andrew Leavitt
Founded: 2025
Many of these groups organize in person events and conferences. See a calendar of wedding industry events here.
