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Invite-only network for the wedding + event industry’s best.
Your business besties, vetted.
See if you’re a fit ⤵️

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Freeda exists for founders who believe better rooms build better businesses.

If you’re building at the top of the market and you want depth over noise, this is your space.

Spring/Summer applications are now open. by @freedanetwork

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8 months ago

The Freeda platform and app is a private space 🔑designed for you to connect with others, share resources, and chat with your advisory group. It’s also the place to attend education masterclasses and workshops.
More fun facts about the platform…
- Every member has access to a private group chat with their advisory and an area to share resources and notes 📝
- Search the member directory of talent and get access to anyone in the network 🫶🏻
- Watch all of our masterclasses, workshops, and office hours on-demand in our library of growing content 💡

Check the membership requirements and apply via the site (🔗 in bio) #joinfreeda #freedabusiness #freedanetwork by @freedanetwork

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3 years ago

AI can make your business faster. But it can’t make the hard calls for you!

From proposals and pricing to client communication, technology is taking more of the admin work off our plates. And that’s a good thing.

But when something goes wrong, there’s no automation for judgment, relationships, or knowing who to call.

The goal isn’t to choose between technology and human connection. It’s to use each for what they do best.

Clear the busywork with tech. Lean on trusted peers when the stakes are higher.

Follow @freedanetwork for more conversations on building smarter, stronger businesses.

#referralnetwork #businesstipsforcreatives #weddingindustry #hostingevents #freedanetwork Industry tools are making proposal generation, pricing models, and client comms faster than ever.
But tools don't solve crisis management or real-world
vendor failures. by @freedanetwork

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2 days ago

The moments people remember aren’t always the perfectly staged ones. They’re the candid interactions, unexpected conversations, and energy that happens when people have the space to actually be present.

But creating that kind of experience takes more than just letting things unfold.

Behind every seamless event is thoughtful planning, strong operations, and a team managing the details well enough that no one else has to think about them.

One member put it perfectly: “Our best work isn’t staged. It’s creating a space so seamlessly run that the client and guests forget the logistics exist entirely.”

Tune in with your stories ⬇️

#ceomindset #freedanetwork #refferals #eventsprofs #weddingindustry Staged moments are starting to lose their currency... by @freedanetwork

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3 days ago

More founders are starting to ask a different question: what is all of this actually making room for?

Because building a successful business means something different when there’s no time or energy left to enjoy the life outside of it.

One member said it best: “Quality of life is the metric now, not revenue.” Maybe the goal isn’t to do more. Maybe it’s to build something you can actually sustain.

Follow @freedanetwork for more conversations like this. For years, our industry praised burnout, non-stop hustle, and taking on every inquiry that hit your inbox. by @freedanetwork

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4 days ago

Between conferences, networking events, and social media, there are plenty of ways to meet new people.

But knowing a lot of people and having people you can actually be honest with are two very different things.

The relationships that matter most are built over time through shared experiences, honest conversations, and trust.

Sometimes you don’t need a bigger network. You need a smaller circle of people who truly understand the work and the challenges that come with it. Agree or disagree?

#ceomindset #freedanetwork #referralnetwork #creativefounders #weddingindustry by @freedanetwork

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8 days ago

A beautiful portfolio might get someone to notice you, but it’s not always what keeps the opportunities coming.

In an industry built on referrals and relationships, people are paying attention to how you show up when things don’t go according to plan.

How you communicate under pressure. How you solve problems. And whether they’d trust you with someone they care about.

Follow @freedanetwork for more industry insights. A beautiful portfolio opens the door.
Your character is what keeps
those opportunities coming your way. by @freedanetwork

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9 days ago

You’re looking at your numbers, the market, your experience, and wondering if you’re charging what your work is actually worth.

Sometimes you don’t need someone to tell you what to charge. You need people who can challenge your thinking, ask better questions, and help you see what you might be missing.

That’s the value of having trusted peers in the room.

#weddingplanner #freedanetwork #luxuryevents #peernetwork #networkingopportunity by @freedanetwork

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10 days ago

What if the goal isn’t to grow as much as possible, but to grow in a way that actually feels good?

More revenue doesn’t always mean a better business. Neither does a fuller calendar, a bigger team, or 30+ clients a year.

For many founders, growth now looks more intentional: fewer clients who are a better fit, a team that can actually support the vision, and the confidence to say no to work that doesn’t make sense.

As one Freeda member put it: “Quality of life is the metric now, not raw revenue.”

Maybe growth isn’t about how much you can take on. Maybe it’s about building a business you actually want to live with.

What does intentional growth look like for you this year?

#businessgrowth #freedanetwork #eventsindustry #weddingplanners #creativebusinessowners Growth isn't chasing maximum revenue or taking on 30+ clients a year anymore
Quality of life is the metric now, not raw revenue. by @freedanetwork

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11 days ago

The wedding and event industry has always been relationship-driven👏

Some of the most valuable conversations happen behind the scenes, when someone asks, “Have you worked with them before?” or “Would you trust them with my client?”

Because a referral is more than a recommendation. It’s someone putting their own reputation on the line for yours.

That kind of trust is built through how you communicate, how you show up, and what people say about working with you when you’re not there.

Tag someone below who you know you can always count on.

#weddingplanners #freedanetwork #luxuryevents #peernetwork #networkingtips The conversations that build your business aren't happening on Instagram, by @freedanetwork

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14 days ago

“Vendor failures force me to be the buffer between my client and someone else’s mistake.”

These situations are part of running a business, but they can also be incredibly isolating.

Sometimes you need a place to talk through what happened, figure out how to protect your operations moving forward, and hear from people who have been there before.

PS We just launched fall applications. Apply via link in bio 👆

#referralnetwork #businesstipsforcreatives #weddingindustry #hostingevents #freedanetwork What happens when vendor accountability breaks? by @freedanetwork

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16 days ago

It’s easy to think growth means hiring more talented people, taking on more work, or pushing harder😩

But if the business still depends on you for every decision, question, and process, there’s only so far that can take you.

Systems can feel tedious to build, but they’re what clear the daily admin grind and give you the space to focus on strategy, sales, and growth.

The goal isn’t to work harder. It’s to build a business that gives your time back.

Follow @freedanetwork for more conversations on building a business that can actually scale.

#weddingplanners #freedanetwork #eventbusiness #peersupport #networking by @freedanetwork

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