Welcome to the Wedding Vendors Happy Hour where we dive into the world of wedding vendors and entrepreneurs. Learn how they got started and what advice they have for you.
So grab a drink and take a seat as we interview amazing vendors with your Host Derek and Jade.
S3 Ep.6: Beyond the Wedding Cake: The Rise of Experiential Desserts with Just Baked
What’s up, guys! Thanks for tuning in & welcome back to another episode of the Wedding Vendors Happy Hour, my name is Derek with Derek Preciado Photography. My name is Jade with Jade Preciado Events.
What happens when wedding dessert becomes more than just a cake—but an EXPERIENCE?
We’re joined by Libby Ryan, owner of Just Baked, to talk wedding cakes, signature flavors, and the rise of experiential Italian desserts that are taking weddings by storm.
From strolling cannolis to live millefoglie stations and show-stopping tiramisu towers, we’re getting into the sweet details behind these unforgettable guest experiences—and why couples are thinking beyond the traditional cake cutting.
Grab a drink and join us for a sweet conversation with Libby!
Guest Expert & Info:
Libby Ryan
Just Baked
Web: https://www.justbakedslo.com/ (https://www.justbakedslo.com/)
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justbakedpaso (https://www.instagram.com/justbakedpaso)
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16 Feb 2026
Holly Holliday on leading tar creek ranch, vendor partnerships & vendor impact
What’s up guys and welcome back to Wedding Vendors Happy Hour! I’m Derek with Derek Preciado Photography.
And I’m Jade with Jade Preciado Events.
Today we’re welcoming Holly Holliday — Venue Manager at Tar Creek Ranch and Hospitality Chair of NACE Central Coast.
Tar Creek Ranch has had an incredible year — winning California Wedding Day’s Best Venue, earning multiple nominations again this year including Best Central Coast Venue and Best Outdoor Venue in SLO County, and now up for The Rings Best Venue award next week.
Beyond the awards, Holly has been instrumental in the growth, momentum, and evolution of the property — from new ceremony spaces to exciting developments coming soon.
We’re diving into Holly’s journey into hospitality, what makes Tar Creek Ranch so special right now, the importance of strong venue-vendor partnerships, marketing strategies, and how industry leadership through NACE is shaping the future of events on the Central Coast.
So grab your drink, take a seat, and let’s get to it!
Key Points Discussed:
1. Holly’s Background & Tar Creek Ranch
2. Venue & Vendor Partnerships
3. NACE & Industry Leadership
Guest Expert & Info:
Holly Holliday
Tar Creek Ranch
Web: https://www.tarcreekranch.com/ (https://annashackleford.com/)
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tarcreekranch/ (https://www.instagram.com/tarcreekranch/)
https://www.instagram.com/nacecentralcoast/ (https://www.instagram.com/nacecentralcoast/)
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31 Mar 2025
S3 Ep.4: How Wedding Pros Can Stay Grounded, Inspired & Ego-Free with Soul Purpose Now
What’s up Vendors and welcome back to another episode of the Wedding Vendors Happy Hour. I’m Derek with Derek Preciado Photography.
And I’m Jade with Jade Preciado Events. Today, we’re diving into a topic that every creative entrepreneur needs — especially in the wedding industry: emotional wellness, and staying grounded while running a business you love. We’re joined by Liz, founder of Soul Purpose Now — a coach, guide, and soulful entrepreneur helping people reconnect with their deeper purpose, heal burnout, and navigate business with intention.
If you’ve ever struggled with people-pleasing, perfectionism, comparison traps, or just plain burnout during peak season then this episode is for you. We’re talking mindset, boundaries, ego, and how to realign with what actually lights you up.
So grab a drink, take a seat, and let’s get to it…
Key Points Discussed:
1. STORY & MISSION
2. STAYING GROUNDED & INSPIRED
3. EGO AWARENESS IN THE INDUSTRY
Guest Expert & Info:
Liz Kerrigan
Web:https://www.mysoulpurposenow.com (https://www.mysoulpurposenow.com/)
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