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Wedding + Engagement Photographer
Miami & NYC | Passport Ready
Visual Storyteller | Event Curator
Family: @manolodoresteportraits
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It’s impossible to fit this experience into 20 photos, but these are a start. The Event Summit 2026 was nothing short of magic. I was so very honored to speak on the main stage of this star-studded stage for the second year in a row, and even more blessed to speak alongside the founder, Chris Weinberg, for our second Day two mastermind.

If you were with us, what was your favorite part of the experience?

If you aren’t following @theeventsummit and @chrisweinbergevents yet, do it!

Many thanks to all of the 2026 Event Partners, everything was perfection.

Planner | Chris Weinberg Events @chrisweinbergevents
Summit Venue | Perez Art Museum Miami @pammvenue
Welcome Party Venue | Amara at Paraiso @amaraatparaiso
Décor | Gilded Group Décor @gildedgroupdecor
Catering | Constellation Culinary @byconstellationfl
Rentals | Nuage Designs @nuagedesignsinc
Production | Everlast Productions @everlast productions
Entertainment | Curate Entertainment @curateentertainment
Photography, Cinematography & Headshots | La Vie Studios @laviestudiosweddings
Stationary | House and Paper @houseandpaper
Content | The Media Socialites @themediasocialites
Swag | IDitAll @iditall
MC | Manolo Doreste @manolodoreste
Hair & Makeup | It’s Looking Like a Star @ttbeautyhaus
Coffee Cart | La Vela Coffee Roasters @lavelacoffee
Welcome Party Entertainment | Rudy Lafrance @rudylafrancemusic
Photo Booth | Shake & Share Media @shakeandsharemedia
Activations | Lovely Locks Parties @lovelylocksparties
Weather Concierge | Ironic Reports @ironicreports
Media | PartySlate @partyslate
Public Relations | Rayce PR & Marketing @racyepr
Website | Aila @bookwithaila
Community Partner | Focus Miami @focus_miami
Hotel | Gale Hotel @galemiamihotel

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Service is supposed to be the heart of hospitality—but lately, it feels like it’s becoming the exception rather than the standard.

In the latest episode of **The Ring Leader Show**, we’re talking about the good, the bad, and the missing pieces of service in the hospitality industry. From delayed responses and lack of attention to detail to the professionals who still understand how to create a truly memorable experience, we’re asking:

**What happened to genuine hospitality?**

Because luxury isn’t just about the venue, the menu, or the price tag—it’s about how people feel from the moment they arrive until the moment they leave.

🎪 Tune in for an honest conversation about expectations, accountability, and why exceptional service still matters.

#TheRingLeaderShow #HospitalityIndustry #CustomerService #weddingpodcast

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Are couples relying more on social media and chatgpt to lead them to wedding vendors/creative partners? Has it gotten more challenging to book leads than in previous years? We would love to know your take. #ringleadershow #weddings #weddingpodcast #weddingvendors

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🎪 **Season 2, Episode 8 of *The Ring Leaders Show* is here!**

**“The Big Top Is Shrinking: Is the Wedding Industry Dying?”**

The wedding industry isn’t disappearing—it’s changing acts.

Marylen Exposito and Manolo Doreste unpack the forces reshaping weddings: tighter budgets, more informed couples, lower-priced competition, social media pressure, and the growing appeal of “good enough.”

They also explore how **AI will rework the wedding industry**, from planning and personalization to marketing, timelines, client communication, and creative production. The professionals who embrace these tools—without losing the human touch—may be the ones who stay center stage.

The circus isn’t closing. But standing in the spotlight now requires adaptability, exceptional service, and the ability to show couples why experience still matters.

🎧 Tune in for the conversation—and see what it takes to stay relevant under the big top.

#TheRingLeadersShow #WeddingIndustry #weddingpodcast #WeddingPlanning #eventindustry

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Just kidding!!! Did you miss us?
Episode 8 dropping this Wednesday.
The topic? “Is the wedding industry dying? Or is it taking a new path?”
#theringleaders #weddingpodcast #weddingindustry #theringleadersshow

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Meet your TES26 emcee, @manolodoreste.

A Miami native, photographer, and storyteller with a background in theater, Manolo brings warmth, energy, and genuine connection to everything he does. We could not think of a better person to hold the room this October.

October 5-7, 2026 · Miami. Register now at the link in bio.

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Has social media taken over the vision for your wedding?? Would you make the same decisions if you couldn’t post it?? Inquiring minds want to know 😉 #weddingpodcast #theringleaders #weddingindustry #socialmedia

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Will AI be the new “master” of creating timelines or do your planners still need to intervene with reality checks? Thoughts??
#weddingpodcast #theringleaders #weddingindustry #aitimeline #aiworld

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POV: you walked into MDGLCC's hottest hospitality mixer of the summer 🌴🏳️‍🌈

65+ LGBTQ+ and Allied professionals and business owners. Rooftop. Open Bar. Delano skyline. Zero bad vibes.

If you weren't there Tuesday, this is your sign 👀

📍 Rooftop of the @delanomiamibeach  🍸 Hosted at @mimikakushimiami  🤝 65+ professionals connecting IRL 🔥 One of our largest turnouts of the year so far

Miami's LGBTQ+ business community doesn't just network — we show up.

Link in bio to catch the next one! 👀

📸: @manolodoreste

#queermiami #gaymiami #lgbtnetworking #miaminetworking #miamibusiness

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You would think that being a wedding planner, you would want an over the top wedding. But after 25 years in the industry, Marylen prefers guest experiences over aesthetics….plus- I’d also think she’d be a nightmare of a client….lol.
She’s also looking for sponsors @craft_cartel @mcdonalds @thebargables @cocacola
Catch our latest episode and if you’re in the industry and haven’t been married- what would your ideal wedding look like? #weddingpodcast #theringleaders #theringleadersshow #guestexperience

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✨Enter the giveaway for TWO complimentary seats to our January 2027 Sanctuariē Retreat.✨

We’re hosting this giveaway as we rebuild our community and reconnect with the right people after unexpectedly losing our Instagram account. 🦋

Join us for an exclusive retreat designed for service business owners, coaches, and consultants who are ready to intentionally expand their impact and income.

What’s included:
• 2.5 days in a private beach jungle paradise
• Personal coaching and guidance
• Business expansion strategy
• Energetic and identity work
• Branding and marketing strategy
• Layered income stream development with your choice of focus on luxury services, recurring monthly revenue, and automated income
• Beach and spa time to ground and center

This highly curated Sanctuariē Retreat experience is limited to just 22 guests and led by four coaches from our team specializing in business expansion, branding, marketing, energy work, and layered income streams.

We’re giving TWO entrepreneurs complimentary registration to experience it all with us.

To enter:
1. Follow all three of our new accounts: Luxe en Vie @luxeenvie, Sanctuariē Retreats @sanctuarieretreats, and House of Alchemiē @houseofalchemie.
2. Tag entrepreneur friends in the comments who would love to experience Sanctuariē. Make sure they’re following all three accounts. Each tagged friend counts as an entry. Tagged friends may start their own entry.
3. Like + reshare this post
4. Comment below and tell us why you want to attend Sanctuariē. If you’ve attended one of our retreats before, share what you loved most.

That’s it! We will select one entry and you can select a tagged friend as your guest. You will each receive one complimentary retreat registration, regularly priced at $3,950.

Airfare and accommodations at Chablé Maroma will be the responsibility of each winner.

Giveaway ends Saturday, August 29, and we’ll announce the winners during a livestream from Times Square on Sunday, August 30.

We’ll see you in paradise. 🌴

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On our new episode of The Ring Leader Show, we are discussing guest experiences and how couples now are gearing towards them.

As couples plan their big day, there’s a noticeable shift in priorities. While a visually stunning wedding is still essential, more couples are investing in **guest experiences** that leave lasting memories.

Here’s how couples are transforming their weddings into unforgettable celebrations:

1. **Interactive Activities**: From photo booths with fun props to DIY cocktail stations, engaging experiences get everyone involved and create moments that guests will talk about long after the day is over!

2. **Personalized Touches**: Tailoring elements to reflect the couple’s journey adds a unique flair. Think custom favors or interactive guest books that tell a story!

3. **Unique Entertainment**: Live bands, dancers, or even surprise performances can elevate the atmosphere and get everyone on their feet!

4. **Delicious Experiences**: Instead of traditional plated meals, couples are opting for food stations or tasting menus that showcase their favorite cuisines, making the dining experience a memorable journey.

5. **Meaningful Activities**: Incorporating rituals, games, or heartfelt speeches that celebrate love and connection creates emotional highlights that guests will cherish.

By focusing on experiences, couples are ensuring their guests not only witness their love but feel it in unforgettable ways! Here’s to celebrating love and creating memories that last a lifetime!

What unique experiences have you seen at weddings? Share below! #WeddingTrends #GuestExperience #MemorableMoments #LoveCelebration

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