In this inspiring episode for World Bride Magazine, Editorial Director Myrdith Leon-McCormack sits down with Ny Whitaker, Founder & Chief Strategist of Project Nyne LLC. With over 30 years of experience orchestrating everything from luxury weddings and corporate tech conferences to White House events, Ny shares the reality of what it truly takes to succeed in the event planning industry.

They discuss the evolution of the profession, debunk the glamorous myths portrayed in movies, and highlight the rigorous logistics and education required. Ny also emphasizes the power of community building, reminding us that "your network is your net worth," and announces her exciting new role as the incoming President of the International Live Events Association (ILEA) New York Metro chapter. If you are an aspiring event planner or a business owner looking to leverage the power of storytelling through events, you do not want to miss this conversation!

Timestamps: 0:00 - Introduction: Myrdith Leon-McCormack welcomes Ny Whitaker

1:53 - Celebrating 20 years of World Bride Magazine

3:35 - Ny's early start: Volunteering at gilded NYC mansions

6:10 - Hollywood vs. Reality: The true demands of event planning

9:42 - Transitioning into corporate, tech, and White House events

13:15 - The power of community and why "your network is your net worth"

17:40 - Announcing Ny's presidency of the ILEA New York Metro chapter

20:05 - Collaborating vs. competing in the event space

24:35 - How to connect with Ny Whitaker and Project Nyne

Links:

Project Nyne Website: https://www.projectnyne.com

Project Nyne Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eventsbyny

Ny Whitaker: https://www.nywhitaker.com/

Ny Whitaker: ny@projectnyne.com

ILEA NY: https://www.ileanyc.com/

World Bride Magazine Website: https://worldbridemagazine.com

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