Interested in starting your own entrepreneurial journey in wedding planning but unsure what to expect? Then read up on our interview with Christa DeHuff, owner of A Central Park Wedding, located in New York City, NY, USA.
What's your business, and who are your customers?
A Central Park Wedding is a wedding planning company that specializes in planning and coordinating outdoor wedding ceremonies in Central Park. We offer full-service ceremony packages and take care of everything for the couple, from permits to photography to floral arrangements. Our clients are local couples and those having a destination wedding in New York City.
Tell us about yourself
Seeing a couple's wedding day come together after months or years of planning is very rewarding! A happy, smiling couple is highly motivating!
What's your biggest accomplishment as a business owner?
My biggest accomplishment was securing a partnership with an important website in my field, which allowed me to hire a full-time employee and grow the business.
What's one of the hardest things that comes with being a business owner?
My biggest accomplishment was securing a partnership with an important website in my field, which allowed me to hire a full-time employee and grow the business.
What are the top tips you'd give to anyone looking to start, run and grow a business today?
My top piece of advice would be don't be afraid to put yourself out there!
There will be a steep learning curve when learning new skills related to starting and growing a business - stick with it even when it can get frustrating!
And don't get stuck in the same place - you and your business will need to continuously develop and evolve. Keep learning and stay curious about your industry.
Where can people find you and your business?
Website: https://acentralparkwedding.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/acentralparkwedding
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/acentralparkwedding/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christa-dehuff-3b86429/
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