
Upcoming Connecticut Events

A YEAR IN FRAME: A FUTURE BY DESIGN
Join WIPA Connecticut for an immersive evening where business strategy meets art, inspiration, and design.
Featuring WeddingPro’s: Terrica
The Loading Dock | 375 Fairfield Ave, Stamford, CT
Tuesday, November 10th | 6-10PM
As the year comes to a close, step into the gallery and take a fresh look at your business through a new lens.
Terrica will lead an engaging conversation focused on year-end business analysis — reflecting on what worked, what didn’t, and what the numbers and experiences of the past year can teach you — while helping you thoughtfully design the year ahead.
Expect an evening filled with:
Bold ideas and colorful inspiration
Meaningful connections with fellow WIPA professionals
Practical insights for closing out the year with intention
A forward-looking conversation about planning, growth, and strategy
An immersive art gallery-inspired experience designed to spark creativity
Every business has a story. Your next chapter is yours to design.
Come ready to reflect, reimagine, and frame the future.
Registration:
Members: $89
Non-Members: $160
The Details:
Tuesday, November 10th | 6-10PM
$89 | Members As a thank you to our members for their support we hope you enjoy a reduced ticket price for our final 2026 event!
$160 Non-Members
The Loading Dock | 375 Fairfield Ave, Stamford, CT
Timeline:
Mingling: 6pm | Light Bites and Networking
Speaker Session: 6:45pm | Hear from the esteemed WeddingPro speaker, Terrica
Dinner Stations: 7:30-9pm | Dinner, Conversations, and Dessert
Members-Only Dance Party: 9-10pm | Members-Only Dance Party
Attire:
Think bold. Express your personal style. Don’t shy away from color. And come dressed to start conversation… view the inspiration here.
The Setting:
The concept and design for our Q4 event was carefully and wonderfully executed by Ruth Ridegway Designs. Her “WIPA Walls” concept takes the immersive, walk-through energy of Miami’s Wynwood Walls and translates it into an elevated art gallery meets energized cocktail party. Guests will move through an environment where the art, installations, color, and event design become one experience.
We can’t wait to see you for our FINAL event of 2026!
Connecticut Board Of Directors
We are excited to welcome our WIPA Connecticut Chapter Board of Directors. These Directors are esteemed professionals whose passion for our industry is evident in the work they produce. Their presence in Connecticut will allow the growth of WIPA so we can continue to bring new standards, education and sense of community to all wedding professionals.

PRESIDENT
Sarah Brehant
Sarah Brehant Events

VICE PRESIDENT
Danielle Gombos
Gather and Lounge

TREASURER
Anna Lathrop
Gourmet Galley

SECRETARY
Emily Bonenfant
Luna and Charlie

IMMEDIATE PAST PRESIDENT
N/A

DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP
Matthew Banever
Bards Clothing

DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP RETENTION
Michelle Miguel-Diaz
M&M Photomemories, Inc

DIRECTOR OF DIVERSITY, EQUITY, INCLUSION & BELONGING
Devena Smith
VVS Weddings

DIRECTOR OF EDUCATION
Jennifer Bernal
House of Bernal

DIRECTOR OF PROGRAMS
Kate O’Donnell Diaz
Elevate Green Events

DIRECTOR OF MARKETING & COMMUNICATION
Colleen Lennehan
Colleen Anne Lennehan Photography

DIRECTOR OF SPONSORSHIP
Nicole Worflar
Marcia Selden Catering

DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
Colin Jaros
Groovin’ You Entertainment

DIRECTOR AT LARGE: PROGRAMS
Jordana George
Jordana Marie Events

DIRECTOR AT LARGE: MARKETING & COMMUNICATION
Irene Katzias
Irene + Co Events

DIRECTOR AT LARGE: SPONSORSHIP
Katie Parent
Service Matters North East
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