The COVID19 Pandemic has had serious effects all around the world.  Most businesses, globally, have felt the lasting touch of this fast moving disease.  In the United States, stay at home orders began to go into effect in March.  Almost overnight, large gatherings were discouraged and groups of 10 or more became frowned on, discouraged, and banned in certain areas.  This naturally led to the cancellation and/or postponement of most weddings, festivals, and large corporate events.  Suddenly, people began to ask for refunds of deposits and entire balances.  This week's episode of The Tampa Bay Wedding Podcast focuses on contracts, contract terms, deposit policies, return policies, and the impact COVID19 has had on the wedding industry.On this special edition of The Tampa Bay Wedding Podcast, we sat down, via zoom, and discussed the craziness going on around in the wedding industry with the pandemic and help give insight for all parties involved in an event.Listen in as host, Jose' Nix (Sound Waves Pro DJs), discusses the impact of COVID19 on the wedding industry with guests Amber Jacks (Simple Weddings Florida) and Andy Martin (Andy Martin Photography).If you'd like more information or help with your wedding or event, as we all try to transition out of lockdown, please feel free to email any questions, concerns, or inquiries to TBWedPod@gmail.com._______  WE APPRECIATE YOUR SUPPORT!  _______If you'd like to show support for this podcast and help us keep it going, you contribute by making donations via the Venmo App or CashApp.Support the show (https://venmo.com/code?user_id=2588813650034688584)This Podcast is Sponsored by Sound Waves Pro DJs and Endless Pose Abilities Photo Booth.If you'd like to sponsor the The Tampa Bay Wedding Podcast, please send an email for more information to TBWedPod@gmail.com.Support the show (https://venmo.com/code?user_id=2588813650034688584)

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Episode 9: COVID19 and The Wedding Business

Episode 8 of the Tampa Bay Wedding Podcast deals with the Maid of Honor and Best Man.We discuss how important it is to pick the right person for these roles.  The MOH and BM have many responsibilities and being chosen as the Maid Of Honor or the Best Man should not be viewed as honorary roles or titles.  We dive into how people in the past have chosen the wrong people for this role and how bad things happened as a result of those choices.We also take a look at a great article on MyWedding.com that gives a really cool Printable Wedding Party Duties Checklist.  While there are many articles that discuss the roles and responsibilities for the Best Man and Maid of Honor, we chose this article because of the easy to print capability of the checklist.  Of course, some lists have more or less responsibilities, but the core message of each list is this:  The Best Man and Maid of Honor are responsible for taking burdens away from the Bride and Groom, not add on to them.This week’s episode features your host, Jose’ Nix, with Sound Waves Pro DJs, Wedding Planner and Wedding Coordinator, Amber Jacks, from Simple Weddings, and Phil Pasek with Fast Breaks Executive Entertainment._______  WE APPRECIATE YOUR SUPPORT!  _______If you'd like to show support for this podcast and help us keep it going, you contribute by making donations via the Venmo App or CashApp.Support the show (https://venmo.com/code?user_id=2588813650034688584)

The Tampa Bay Wedding Podcast, Episode 8: Maid of Honor & Best Man, What are their REAL responsibilities?

This week's episode of The Tampa Bay Wedding Podcast features two amazing photographers, Andy Martin (Andy Martin Photo) and Heather Buzcek (Heather B Studio)!  Listen in as host, Jose' Nix (Sound Waves Pro DJs), finds out some pretty cool tips on how to hire the right wedding photographer for you.  You'll hear some very interesting information about how one little thing can create a domino effect of making your entire wedding late, how to make sure the photographer you're thinking about hiring isn't a fraud, and why it's super important to pay a little extra for the professionally made wedding album.This week's episode is sponsored by:Sound Waves Pro DJsYour Wedding and Corporate Entertainment SpecialistsandEndless Pose Abilities Photo BoothBe Silly, Wear A Wig, & SmileShow Hosted by:Jose' NixShow Co-Hosted by:Andy MartinHeather BuczekOriginal Music Produced by:Jose' NixRecorded at:Sound Waves Pro DJsShow Directed by:Jose' NixShow Produced by:Jose' Nix

The Tampa Bay Wedding Podcast, Episode 7: Wedding Photographers, Advice On How To Hire Them

This week's episode discusses many Do's and Don'ts for weddings.  Listen in as host, Jose' Nix, discusses some of the following topics:The Bossy Mother of the Bride SyndromeGuests who arrive lateUnplugged wedding ceremoniesWho can and can't wear white at a weddingWhy you should shut the bar down early in the receptionAnd more!This episode features wedding professionals Heather Buczak with Heather B. Studio Photography, and Phil Pasek with Fast Breaks Executive Entertainment.  Listen while this trio has fun discussing some very important wedding faux pas.Jose' Nix is the owner of Sound Waves Pro DJs and has been a professional wedding dj for 24 years.  Phil Pasek is the owner of Fast Breaks Executive Entertainment and also has been a professional DJ for 24 years.Heather Buczak is the owner of Heather B. Studio has been a professional photographer for over 22 years.

The Tampa Bay Wedding Podcast, Episode 6: Bossy Moms, Rude Guests, And Faux Pas'

This week's episode dives into the difference between a DJ and an MC.  DJ meaning Disc Jockey and MC meaning Master of Ceremonies.  Sometimes DJs that are great in a club don't necessarily have the skills or experience required for running smooth wedding.Listen in as Jose' Nix, with special guests Phil Pasek and Andy Martin discuss the reasons an MC is what you need for your wedding to be successful, fun, and stress free.  Jose', Phil, and Andy share stories about Fun DJs, Arrogant DJs, and DJs that bit off more than they could chew!  They also discuss the importance of good, clear communication and the need for every vendor to work well with one another.Contributors Jose' Nix is the owner and operator of Sound Waves Pro DJsPhil Pasek is the owner and operator of Fast Breaks Executive EntertainmentAndy Martin is the owner and operator of Andy Martin Photography

The Tampa Bay Wedding Podcast, Episode 5: DJ versus MC, What's The Difference?

This week's episode is part 2 of a 3 part series that dives into the Three Questions You Should Ask a Wedding DJ Before You Hire Them.  The discussion is based on an article written by Jose' Nix, which was published by Endless Pose Abilities Photo Booth, in order to help newly engaged couples get past the typical smokes screens that are thrown up by hobbyist djs and nonprofessionals.  You can read the article HERE.The three questions posed in the article help the bride and groom be able to interview a potential DJ in such a way that causes stress and should evoke emotional reactions from the DJ.On the panel, for this discussion, are DJ Phillip Pasek (Fast Breaks Executive Entertainment), Heather Buczek (Heather B. Studio), and hosted by Jose' Nix (Sound Waves Pro DJs).If you'd like to submit an idea or topic for discussion, please submit to TBWP@SoundWavesProDJs.com.

The Tampa Bay Wedding Podcast, Episode 4: Three Crucial Questions To Ask Your DJ Before You Hire Them (Part 3 of 3)

The Tampa Bay Wedding Podcast, Episode 3: Three Crucial Questions To Ask Your DJ Before You Hire Them (Part 2 of 3)

This week's episode is part 1 of a 3 part series that dives into the Three Questions You Should Ask a Wedding DJ Before You Hire Them.  The discussion is based on an article written by Jose' Nix, which was published by Endless Pose Abilities Photo Booth, in order to help newly engaged couples get past the typical smokes screens that are thrown up by hobbyist djs and nonprofessionals.The three questions posed in the article help the bride and groom be able to interview a potential DJ in such a way that causes stress and should evoke emotional reactions from the DJ.On the panel, for this discussion, are DJ Phillip Pasek (Fast Breaks Executive Entertainment), Heather Buczek (Heather B. Studio), and hosted by Jose' Nix (Sound Waves Pro DJs).If you'd like to submit an idea or topic for discussion, please submit to TBWP@SoundWavesProDJs.com.

The Tampa Bay Wedding Podcast, Episode 2: Three Crucial Questions To Ask Your DJ Before You Hire Them (Part 1 of 3)

This episode dives into the importance of good communication and the need for professionals working together to set the tone for your reception.  There are some funny stories and nightmare scenarios that actually happened and are retold by some of our panel professionals.This episode features Jose' Nix from Sound Waves Pro DJs, Phil Pasek from Fast Breaks Executive Entertainment, Heather Buczek from Heather B. Photography, and Paulina Nicka from Majesty Marketing & Events!Stay tuned each week for a new podcast!

The Tampa Bay Wedding Podcast, Episode 1: Formal Intros

This podcast is hosted by Jose' Nix, DJ, MC and owner of Sound Waves Pro DJs based out of Tampa Bay Florida. Listen in as Jose' discusses wedding related topics with tips and suggestions from pros in the industry. The Tampa Bay Wedding Podcast will feature a coffee style chat with wedding professionals and help future bride and grooms answer all the questions they have, and many questions they never knew to ask.

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