Upcoming New York Events
WIPA NY GALA: A Love Letter To New York
Join WIPA NY and Premini Events for an extraordinary evening at Hall des Lumières as we celebrate the people, passion, and creativity at the heart of New York’s wedding and events industry.
Think of it as our own little piece of heaven on earth. ✨
THE DETAILS
Date: December 1st, 2026
Time: 6pm
Venue: Hall des Lumières 49 Chambers St, New York, NY 10007
Attire: Elevated Neon – Check out the Style Guide
Tickets
Members: $275
Non-Members: $400
Creative partners bringing to life our Heaven on Earth
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Venue: Hall Des Lumières
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Planner: Premini Events
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Catering: Alexandra Dettori Catering + Events
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Entertainment: Elan Artists
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Photographer: Bonnie Gillis
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Videographer: Forged In The North
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Photobooth: The Absolute Best Thing
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Rentals: Elite PBS
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Specialty Rentals: HighStyle Event Rental
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Draping: Perez Drape Company
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Carpeting: Two Brothers Events
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Event Content Creators: Content by Nikki & Daniella Sansotta Films
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Signage: Shout!
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Stationery Designer: I Can Do That Design
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More to be announced soon!
New York Board Of Directors
We are excited present the WIPA New York Chapter Board of Directors. These Directors are esteemed professionals whose passion for our industry is evident in the work they produce. Their presence in New York will allow the growth of WIPA so we can continue to bring new standards, education and sense of community to all wedding professionals.
PRESIDENT
Bhargavi Arrunategui
Cinderella Bridez
VICE PRESIDENT
Alesandra Casalino
Sofitel New York
TREASURER
Jeff Taylor
Jeff Taylor Guitar LLC
SECRETARY
Bonnie Gillis
Bonnie Gillis Photography
DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP
William Adwin
Willian Adwin Photography
DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP RETENTION
Ana Salvemini
AMP DJ/BAND HYBRID
DIRECTOR OF DIVERSITY, EQUITY, INCLUSION & BELONGING
Jessica Chuang
Ichiban Catering
DIRECTOR OF EDUCATION
Berit Bizjak
Berit Bizjak Photography, Inc.
DIRECTOR OF PROGRAMS
Amee Sinha
Karma Events NY
DIRECTOR OF MARKETING & COMMUNICATION
Julian Ribinik
Julian Ribinik Studios
DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
Julia Valldi
JVALLDI STYLING
DIRECTOR OF SPONSORSHIP
Stefanie Skelley
Reverie Social
DIRECTOR AT LARGE: MARKETING & COMMUNICATIONS
Ashley Peraino
Ashley Peraino Events
DIRECTOR AT LARGE: PROGRAMS
Jonathan Huvard
Great Family Reunion Inc
DIRECTOR AT LARGE: SPONSORSHIP
Ani Wolff
Ani Wolff Weddings & Wellness
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