Expert speaker:
Inspiring Wedding + Creative Entrepreneurs
After working as a wedding planner & entrepreneur since 2002. I have carved a well-respected reputation as a compassionate straight talker. Over the years I have had the joy of being asked to present at workshops, seminars and conferences with audiences ranging from 10 โ 300+.
As an experienced business consultant specialising in the wedding and creative industries, I bring a wealth of practical knowledge, actionable insights, and motivational energy to every speaking engagement.
I have been filmed for wedding documentaries and also appeared as a guest expert on shows like the Hotel Inspector, Rip Off Britain, BBC Breakfast.
Why Choose Me as Your Speaker?
- Relevant Expertise: I specialise in the wedding and creative industries, offering tailored insights that directly resonate with your audience. Whether itโs scaling for growth, navigating challenges, or finding balance, I speak their language and address their needs.
- Engaging & Relatable: I deliver talks that are practical, authentic, and inspiring. My speaking style combines real-world strategies with actionable advice, ensuring your audience walks away with clear next steps. The content is non fluff and sales free spaces.
- Bespoke Topics: I tailor my talks to align with your eventโs goals and audience. Popular topics include:
Kelly Chandler: Wedding Venue Consultant
Bernadette is a phenomenal presenter. Full of energy, she packs a punch with her content which shows her depth and variety of knowledge of the wedding sector. Bernadette isnโt afraid to tackle tricky subjects, areas of the sector that challenge the status quo and get her audience really thinking. She does so with grace, professionalism and kindness.
She was a key speaker at the first Wedding Spaces Going Places LIVE event for wedding venues I launched back in May 2019 and I wouldnโt hesitate to commission Bernadette again to support my wedding venue clients.
She was a key speaker at the first Wedding Spaces Going Places LIVE event for wedding venues I launched back in May 2019 and I wouldnโt hesitate to commission Bernadette again to support my wedding venue clients.
2021-06-11T13:32:25+01:00
Kelly Chandler , Wedding Venue Consultant, Trainer and Expert Speaker
https://bernadettechapman.co.uk/testimonials/2765/
Jennifer Claire: Wedding Celebrant Consultant
Bernadette is an absolute gem. She ran a masterclass during my virtual summit CELEBRANTTOPIA and parted with her incredible wisdom to over 100 celebrants . Her knowledge and experience as a wedding planner and coach is second to none. Thank you so much for being part of my event and shining a light on working with wedding planners. Highly recommend working with Bernadette if you are in the wedding industry and need business boosting. She's just fantastic.
2024-12-06T11:42:56+00:00
https://bernadettechapman.co.uk/testimonials/jennifer-claire-wedding-celebrant-consultant/
We were absolutely honoured to have Bernadette speak and join our panel at Wedcon, our annual wedding industry event dedicated to inspiring and empowering wedding professionals. Bernadette is truly an accomplished wedding industry veteran, and her presence was invaluable. Not only was she a fantastic speaker, but she was also a huge support to everyone who attendedโgetting stuck in with attendees, offering guidance to other speakers, and spreading positivity with her infectious smile. She embodies collaboration over competition. And we love that! It was clear that Bernadette genuinely cares about the success of others, and her dedication to the industry shone through. Wedcon is all about celebrating collaboration, community, and education in the wedding industry, and Bernadette epitomised these values. Thank you, Bernadette, for being such a joy to work with and for making Wedcon an even more memorable event this year! We can't wait to work with you again in the future and see you again at Wedcon 2025.
โ Katie, The Wedding Business Hub
โ Katie, The Wedding Business Hub
2025-01-23T17:13:43+00:00
Katie + Roxy, Wedding Business Hub
https://bernadettechapman.co.uk/testimonials/8351/
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Past Speaking Engagements
Iโve had the privilege of speaking at industry conferences, workshops, and events, sharing the stage with some of the brightest minds in the wedding business world. Whether addressing an intimate mastermind group or delivering a keynote at a large conference, I bring the same level of passion and professionalism to every opportunity.
Entrepreneurship Topics
- Scaling Up, Perfectionism Down, Customer Experience High
- Ideal Client + Market Positioning
- Creating more Freedom of Time
- Nurturing your client through On-boarding + Off-boarding
- Are you Procrastinating or simply Incubating?
- Being an Introvert in an Extrovert industry
- Are you working in your Zone of Genius
- Creating Habits for Success
Wedding Industry Topics
- Realities of running a wedding planning business
- Wedding industry urban myths
- Building relationships with wedding planners
- Curating a luxury wedding service
Past engagements (in person)
- Karen Tran Floral Experience, The Lanesborough (Luxury wedding clients)
- Your Flower Story Masterclass, The Ritz (Realities of wedding planning)
- UKAWP Wedding Planning Excellence Seminar, multiple venues (various topics)
- Wedding Spaces Going Places, Syon Park (Power of working with wedding planners)
- HiveLive 17 + HiveLive 18, London (Profitability of your business)
- National Wedding Show, Olympia and Excel (Creating your wedding budget)
- National Wedding Venue Marketing Conference, York Racecourse (Power of working with wedding planners)
- WedCon24 (Scaling Up, Customer Experience High, Perfectionism Down) Wedding Business Conference
Podcast interviews / Community Masterclasses
Are you procrastinating or incubating? Elle Turner
Stepping out of your comfort zone Becca Pountney
Time Management & Theme Days Kate Carter
Planning Quarterly Goals Host Weddings and Events
Book More Weddings Summit (Thriving as an Introvert in an Extroverted Industry)
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Letโs Work Together
Are you ready to inspire and empower your audience? Letโs collaborate to make your next event unforgettable.
