478 BOB CONTI: From Visual Merchandising to Luxury Wedding Success

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Welcome back to The Wedding Biz! This week, Andy has Bob Conti on the show! Bob is a principal member and business partner of Ed Libby and Company Events. For over two decades now, Bob has made a name for himself in the event industry by designing and producing milestone luxury events.

Bob shares his journey from a background in visual merchandising to becoming a renowned figure in the luxury market, and he also discusses the importance of balancing creativity with practicality, adapting to changing industry dynamics, the value of collaboration among event professionals, what he means when he refers to legacy clients, what he still struggles with in the market, and so much more!

Join Andy and Bob as they delve into the world of high-end events, share insights about staying authentic, and discuss the evolving landscape of the event industry. You'll also discover how collaboration is becoming a pivotal trend in creating memorable experiences for clients and guests.

Andy had such a great time catching up with Bob and having him on the show and is very grateful for his time. He hopes that you enjoy this conversation, and if you do, please be sure to share it with a few friends or colleagues who might also enjoy it. Andy would also appreciate it if you were to leave a top review wherever you listen because that really helps the show out! Be sure to also subscribe to the podcast so that you never miss a new episode, and we will catch you next week on The Wedding Biz!

Have you heard about Stop and Smell the Roses with Preston Bailey on The Wedding Biz Network? Listen as Preston shares the secrets, tools, and technologies behind his extraordinary ability to create a theatrical environment out of any space. Also, don't forget about Sean Low's podcast The Business of Being Creative, where Sean discusses the power of being niched, pricing strategies, metrics of success, and so much more. You can find both shows on The Wedding Biz Network.

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Time Stamps

[1:23] - Andy reveals that this episode’s guest is Bob Conti of Ed Libby and Company Events!

[2:14] - Bob used to be an executive in visual merchandising.

[3:02] - How did Bob transition into the events industry?

[4:51] - Bob values his enduring partnership with Ed Libby, which evolved organically.

[7:56] - Bob prioritizes representing clients' tastes over personal style for successful events.

[9:08] - Bob's creative process involves adapting to clients' ideas and understanding their style.

[10:41] – Hear how Bob's career initially revolved around bar mitzvahs, leading to legacy clients.

[13:14] – Andy and Bob discuss varying degrees of parental involvement in modern weddings.

[15:05] – Nearly all of Bob's work involves collaborating with a planner or producer.

[18:17] – Bob identifies one of his biggest challenges in the industry.

[20:07] – Learn about the talks that Bob gives at conferences.

[22:55] - Bob's mission is to ensure newcomers engage with industry veterans at conferences.

[23:58] - Bob believes in simplicity and staying authentic in the saturated industry.

[26:43] – Bob identifies collaboration as a current trend in the industry.

[29:07] – Andy reveals where Bob can be found online.

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