In this episode, Michael Coombs interviews Meghan Ely, a renowned expert in wedding and event PR. They discuss the importance of maintaining a strong digital presence and the role of PR in achieving credibility, bookings, and growth. Meghan emp...

In this episode, Michael Coombs interviews Wassal Seddiqi, the founder and creative force behind Toronto-based planning and design boutique Petals and Pearls. They discuss the challenges of wedding planning, including a worst-case scenario wher...

In this episode of the show, host Michael Coombs interviews Lisa Zachery, the CEO and creative director of Papered Wonders. Known for her custom stationery work for brands like BET, Essence Magazine, and Mary J. Blige's Strength of a Woman Tour...

In this episode, host Michael Coombs talks with Sean Low, the founder and president of the Business of Being Creative. They discuss the importance of emotional connection, value, and alignment in running creative businesses. Sean emphasizes the...

In this episode, Michael Coombs converses with Natalie Denyse, the founder and director of In Good Company PR. They delve into the evolving landscape of media strategy for luxury wedding and hospitality brands, emphasizing the importance of tar...

In this episode, Michael Coombs welcomes Simon T. Bailey, an award-winning keynote speaker, success coach, and bestselling author. They discuss the importance of resilience and brilliance in both business and life, and offer practical advice on...

In this episode, we hear from Phong, who shares his remarkable path from being a mechanical engineer and personal trainer to becoming a successful wedding filmmaker with his company, Modern Frame. Phong discusses how his diverse background in e...

In this episode, Michael Coombs speaks with acclaimed International Wedding Photographer Raphaëlle Granger, who shares her journey through two major rebrands. Starting as an adventure elopement photographer, Raphaëlle found herself disconne...

In this episode of the Michael Coombs Show, Michael talks with a multicultural and destination wedding specialist Fidan Ismayilova, from Designed Dream Events. Fidan discusses the unique challenges and strategies involved in planning weddings t...

In this episode of The Michael Coombs Show, Michael interviews Michelle Cundari, an international wedding planner and founder of Sincerely Yours Events and Fancy Puffs. Michelle shares insights on how she juggles the responsibilities of being a...

In this episode, Michael Coombs interviews Todd Kjargaard, the Creative Director of Jackie O Floral Affairs and Event Design. They discuss Todd's unique approach to collaborating with a wide variety of designers, the importance of maintaining c...

In this episode, host Michael Coombs interviews Sara Lam from August in Bloom on her unexpected journey from executive roles to wedding planning. Sara shares how her passion for pastry led her to start a sweet table company, which eventually ev...

In this episode, host Michael Coombs welcomes Abdul and Hafsa, the sibling co-founders of Ethereal Creators. They share their fascinating journey from crafting DIY home events to founding a renowned event design company. Abdul recounts his stru...

In this episode hosted by Michael Coombs, Derek and Cece from DC Film Co. dive into the balance between artistry and high-touch service in the wedding cinematography industry. They discuss the importance of collaboration, hospitality, and metic...

Bianca and Erica, co-owners of Estera Events in Chicago, share their inspiring journey from starting as interns in 2010 to taking over the business in 2019. They discuss key moments and challenges that shaped their leadership, the influence of ...

In this episode, Shealyn Angus discusses how she built meaningful friendships with her competitors in the event planning industry. She explains how these relationships began organically through shared values of community over competition and ho...

In this episode, host Michael Coombs welcomes Kristi Drago-Price, the founder and creative director of Editor's Edge, a New York City-based boutique creative agency. They discuss the nuances of branding, highlighting the importance of a strateg...

In this episode, Michael Coombs interviews Matthew Myhrum, a concept artist specializing in luxury weddings and events. Matthew shares his career journey, starting as a set designer in theater and transitioning to the event industry, working wi...

In this episode, Sasha shares his journey as a serial entrepreneur, co-founding multiple businesses including Purple Tree Photography, Indigo Events, August Media, Mint Room Studios, and Preto Loft Studio. He discusses the serendipitous start o...

In this engaging episode, Nadia Colella of Nadia & Co. discusses how scaling back has enhanced her creativity and allowed her to explore other artistic ventures. Nadia shares her approach to custom wedding cake design, emphasizing the impor...

In this episode, Michael Coombs welcomes Sarah Singleton from Hype Gal Media to discuss the evolving role of content creation in weddings and events. Sarah explains how content creators complement traditional photo and video services, the chall...

In this episode of the show, host Michael Coombs interviews Mariangel Urdaneta, the Director of Event Experience and Hospitality at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF). Mariangel, who was recently recognized by BizBash Magazine as on...

In this episode of the Michael Coombs Show, Michael Coombs welcomes Leah Weinberg of Weinberg Legal. They discuss Leah's dynamic career journey from being a lawyer to a wedding planner and back to a lawyer serving the events community. The epis...

In this episode, host Michael Coombs welcomes wedding photographer and health coach Julian Ribinik. Julian shares his personal transformation story, detailing how he lost 90 pounds by changing his diet and lifestyle, which improved his health d...

In this episode, host Michael Coombs sits down with Melissa Baum, who transitioned from a wedding blogger to a full-time wedding and event producer. Melissa shares her unconventional journey into the wedding industry, starting with a blog that ...