Wine Me Dine Me

About Wine Me Dine Me

The Wine and Dine Me podcast is brought to you by Reagan Prechter, owner of Reagan Events, a luxury event planning and design firm based in Charleston, South Carolina. With more than 15 years of experience executing events all over the world, she’s seen a thing or two. Join Reagan weekly for her unfiltered, no-rules-attached commentary where she dives into the stories behind exceptional hospitality, the business strategies that drive success, and life’s most unforgettable moments. This podcast is unapologetically not for the basic. Follow us on instagram @reaganevents reaganevents.com

Publisher

Reagan Prechter, Owner of Reagan Events

Category

society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

Yes

First episode

22 Nov 2023

Latest episode

22 Sept 2026

Latest episodes

75 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   22 Sept 2026

   The Psychology of the Velvet Rope: Attracting Fewer, Bigger, Better Clients with Rachael Johanson

   What changes when you stop trying to book more clients and start building a business designed to attract the right ones? In this episode of The Wine and Dine Me Podcast, Reagan sits down with strategist Rachael Johanson to talk about moving from what Rachael calls the “penny market” into the “silver dollar market” - fewer clients, larger projects, stronger positioning, and far more intention behind how a founder is seen. Rachael works exclusively with female entrepreneurs who want to move into the top of their market. Together, she and Reagan unpack why the marketing tactics that helped build your business may not be the ones that take it to the next level, and why positioning has to come before almost everything else. They get into the psychology of the “velvet rope,” the value of niching down, using press as a pricing tool, building strategic referral relationships, and why relationships still outperform most marketing tactics. The conversation also gets personal. Reagan and Rachael talk about women underpricing themselves, why founders should still be taking their own connection calls, how headshots and team positioning can quietly undermine authority, and why building a bigger business does not necessarily have to mean giving more of your life away. Topics We Cover The difference between the “penny market” and “silver dollar market” Why strategies that worked while building your business may stop working at the next level How to identify a niche using your existing clients and past work The psychology behind Rachael’s “velvet rope” positioning Why fewer inquiries can actually signal stronger positioning Positioning, press, paid speaking, and strategic partnerships Why Rachael views press as a pricing tool rather than a vanity metric Why relationships can produce a stronger return than traditional marketing Selling to clients for whom budget is not the primary concern Why founders should personally take high-level client calls Turning a “sales call” into a connection call Why women often struggle to price their expertise confidently How personal style, headshots, and website hierarchy influence positioning Why your existing portfolio may contain work you are overlooking Building a selective business while still protecting family life Guest Info Rachael Johanson is a strategist who works exclusively with women building sophisticated service businesses and personal brands. Her work focuses on positioning, sales psychology, visibility, partnerships, and helping founders become more selective about the clients and opportunities they pursue. Rather than simply generating more inquiries, Rachael helps women create businesses where the right clients arrive already understanding why they are the person for the job. Connect with Rachael: Website: Rachael Johanson (https://rachaeljohanson.com/) Instagram: @rachaeljohanson_ (https://www.instagram.com/rachaeljohanson_/) Listen & Follow For more candid conversations about hospitality, sophisticated events, leadership, business, and the standards behind unforgettable experiences, follow The Wine and Dine Me Podcast. Subscribe to our newsletter for inspiration, updates, and expert perspective. Follow Reagan Events on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/reaganevents/) and TikTok (https://www.tiktok.com/@reagan_kerr) for behind-the-scenes moments, event insight, and conversations from the podcast. Listen to The Wine and Dine Me Podcast on Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wine-and-dine-me/id1729281267), Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/show/7mBMEuo0nflqMus9Sl3HYN), and Youtube (https://www.youtube.com/@reaganevents). Hosted by Reagan Prechter, founder and creative director of Reagan Events (https://reaganevents.com/).

2. 

   14 Sept 2026

   Scaling Without Sacrificing the Standard with Jordan Kahn

   What happens when a creative business grows from one performer to 25 weddings every weekend without losing control of the experience? Jordan Kahn, founder of Jordan Kahn Music Company (https://www.jordankahnmusiccompany.com/), joins Reagan for a candid conversation about scaling, standards, hospitality, and the systems required to deliver consistently at a national level. Jordan started working in events at just 12 years old, DJing parties to raise money for the Make-A-Wish Foundation. What began as an early love of music and full dance floors eventually grew into a company with teams across the country, multiple entertainment brands, and an infrastructure designed to remove as many variables as possible from the wedding day. But Jordan is clear: talent alone is not enough. He and Reagan talk about why professionalism is non-negotiable, how clear expectations make delegation possible, why he believes in hiring slowly and acting quickly when someone no longer fits the standard, and how his team approaches everything from volume control and equipment to travel logistics and communication with planners. They also get into the business behind the business. Jordan explains how studying the inquiries his company was turning away revealed an entirely new market, why accessibility does not have to mean compromising quality, and how carefully structured pricing helped the company scale while protecting the value of its bands. Then the conversation becomes personal. After spending most of his life performing at other people’s weddings, Jordan recently experienced one from the other side as the groom. He shares how that changed his perspective, why the emotional weight of the day surprised him, and how the experience strengthened his mission to give other couples the same feeling he experienced at his own wedding. It is a conversation about music, yes. But even more, it is about leadership, relationships, standards, and remembering who the work is ultimately for. Topics We Cover Starting in the events industry at 12 years old Scaling without sacrificing quality Creating standards before expanding a team Why talent without professionalism is not enough Reading the room through music, tempo, and volume Building operational systems that make planners’ jobs easier Delegating without micromanaging Hiring slowly and setting clear expectations Finding growth opportunities inside your own CRM Serving different price points without compromising the product Genuine relationships vs. transactional networking What becoming a groom taught Jordan about weddings Why the couple always has to remain at the center Guest Info: Jordan Kahn is the founder of Jordan Kahn Music Company (https://www.jordankahnmusiccompany.com/), a national private entertainment company providing live music for weddings and events across the United States. Jordan began working in the event industry at 12 years old and went on to study at Berklee College of Music before building his career as both a performer and entrepreneur. Today, his company operates teams across major markets throughout the country and performs approximately 25 weddings on an average weekend. His approach combines performance with detailed operational systems, from music programming and sound control to travel logistics, equipment standards, team training, and planner communication. At the center of it all is one principle: the people working the event are there for the couple and their guests. For more honest conversations about hospitality, sophisticated events, leadership, business, and the standards behind unforgettable experiences, follow The Wine and Dine Me Podcast on Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/show/7mBMEuo0nflqMus9Sl3HYN), Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wine-and-dine-me/id1729281267), and YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@reaganevents). Hosted by Reagan Prechter, founder and creative director of Reagan Events (https://reaganevents.com/). Listen to The Wine and Dine Me Podcast

3. 

   14 Aug 2026

   Why Relationships Still Matter More Than Recognition with Alison Hotchkiss

   After nearly 25 years in the events industry, Alison Hotchkiss has learned that longevity has far less to do with recognition than it does with relationships, resilience, and the willingness to evolve. Reagan and Alison get candid about building businesses before Instagram, leading teams through inevitable change, collaborating without ego, and knowing when to stop doing everything yourself. They also discuss why beautiful work is no longer enough - the clearest point of difference is how well clients, guests, vendors, and employees feel cared for. In This Episode Reagan and Alison discuss: Building a destination event company before Instagram and online vendor directories Why access to endless inspiration may be weakening originality The truth behind industry lists, visibility, and overnight success Maintaining relationships with clients beyond a single event Building a company that is larger than its founder Accepting that talented employees will eventually leave Hiring the right mix of employees, freelancers, and creative partners Collaborating with designers and production companies without ego Investing thoughtfully in mentorship, education, and industry relationships Why guest experience remains the strongest point of differentiation About Alison HotchkissAlison Hotchkiss is the founder of Alison Events, a destination event planning and production company with nearly 25 years of experience creating celebrations around the world. She is also the author of three books and a mentor to emerging event professionals. Listen & Follow Subscribe to our newsletter (https://reaganevents.com/subscribe) for inspiration, updates, and expert advice. Follow us on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/reaganevents/) and TikTok (https://www.tiktok.com/@reagan_kerr) for behind-the-scenes moments, trending ideas, and so much more. Tune in to our Wine and Dine Me Podcast on Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wine-me-dine-me/id1729281267) and Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/show/7mBMEuo0nflqMus9Sl3HYN), where we explore all things weddings, life, and business.

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Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

13 ratings

Spotify

4.2 / 5

19 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 49 / 100

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69

Social presence

0

YouTube

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Engagement

71

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