2025 World of Weddings Annual Conference Speaker Lineup
Brandee Gaar
Brandee Gaar is a luxury Event Planner, Wedding Industry Thought Leader, Educational Speaker and Host of The Wedding Pro CEO Podcast. She’s on a mission to help wedding business owners scale to 7 figures without the burnout.
Through online courses, strategic coaching, in-person summits, and dynamic social media content, Brandee is leading a movement of wedding business owners ready to embrace their role as CEO and build the profitable businesses they’ve always envisioned.
Sasha Souza
Sasha Souza is an award-winning wedding and event designer known for her innovative and personalized approach to personal celebrations. With three decades of experience, she has planned high-profile events worldwide, blending creativity with meticulous attention to detail. A sought-after speaker and author, Sasha has written books on event design and planning, offering insight into her signature style.
Beyond event planning, she works with a small number of event professionals in The Consultancy for Creatives, helping industry professionals elevate their businesses. Sasha first joined the Association of Bridal Consultants (ABC) in 1995 as a Novice Wedding Planner and worked her way up to achieve the prestigious title of Master Wedding Planner, further solidifying her expertise in the industry.
Based in Napa Valley, she is renowned for crafting unforgettable experiences that reflect her clients' unique personalities and love stories. In 2025, she will return to the ABC Conference, 25 years after attending her first one in New Orleans, marking a meaningful full-circle moment in her career.
If you have any questions, please contact:
Aaren Muex, PWP™, Vice President Conferences | Conference@ABCWeddingPlanners.com
Shelby Tuck-Horton, MWP™, Vice President Education | Education@ABCWeddingPlanners.com