Does Racism Exist in Churches 2013?

 From by Kim Fusaro/ Glamour.com We all freaked out last week when discussing a church in Mississippi that cancelled a couple’s wedding with less than 24 hours notice because the bride and groom were black.  I’ve heard the First Baptist Church of Crystal Springs hates kittens, too. Just sayin’.  So it’s exciting (and unexpected) that the [...]

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Resolve to Make 2013 Your Best Year Ever!

Event Industry’s Premier Tradeshow & Conference – The Special Event (TSE). While you’re making your list of New Year’s resolutions, don’t forget to make it a goal to advance your career in 2013! It is just around the corner, but there’s still plenty of time to register to come to Chicago and join thousands of [...]

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Meet Miscoshia, Your Advocate at the Nationalbba!

I recently joined the team here at the National Black Bridal Association, and I’d like to introduce myself. I am your new, official advocate. My one and only job is to make sure that the NationalBBA is working for you, the industry professional. I feel lucky to have spent the last few months getting to [...]

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Wedding Statistics in Los Angeles, CA

What Does This Mean to the Wedding Professional? 2011 number of weddings 78,508. 2011 average wedding cost $30,245. 2011 wedding market value $2.4 billion. 2011 average number of guests 135-145. 2011 online wedding market value $474 million. 2011 number of businesses serving the wedding market 10,700 – 13,100. Action: Expand market capability within the metro [...]

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Wedding Statistics in Dallas, TX

Average wedding cost $25,674. 2011 wedding market value $1.4 billion. 2011 average number of guests 151-161. 2011 online wedding market value $312 million. 2011 number of businesses serving the wedding market 7,000 – 8,600. Share on Facebook

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Wedding Statistics in Chicago, IL

What Does This Mean to You, the Wedding Professional? Average wedding cost $25,674. 2011 wedding market value $1.4 billion. 2011 average number of guests 151-161. 2011 online wedding market value $312 million. 2011 number of businesses serving the wedding market 7,000 – 8,600. The market is growing within the Chicago area. Action: Be sure to [...]

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Income Breakdown of U.S.Weddings

What Does This Mean To You, the Professional? Couples with a household income between $25,000 and $100,000 are more likely to marry than the general population within the same household income. Price products and services within an affordable threshold to allow for repeat and new referrals. Share on Facebook

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Niecy Nash’s Big Wedding Bash

Only Black Bride and Groom & TLC will have the exclusive wedding coverage and interviews celebrating Niecy Nash’s celebrity wedding bash! Order this special episode at Black Bride and Groom, “Celebrity Weddings Go Fabulous” .  In the special edition, you can: View in depth pictures and photos of the wedding day. Read his/her stories that will inspire brides, grooms and people of color to succeed. [...]

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Black Celebrity Weddings in the Media Are Good For Business

Some would say that the African American wedding traditions are alive and well. Others feel that with the growing divorce rates, fewer couples are tying the knot especially those of color. According to the Black Voices:  These celebrity weddings could have a positive effect on African Americans, who are less likely than any other group [...]

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Weddings & Events in 5 States Should See An Increase In Business

WASHINGTON, D.C. The Obama administration’s newly-unveiled long-term recovery plan for the Gulf Coast includes a proposed marketing drive to encourage visitors back to the region. The plan, outlined in a report submitted by Navy Secretary Ray Mabus, calls for the administration to partner with state and major municipal governments to develop a coordinated plan that [...]

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