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/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justbakedpaso

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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/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tarcreekranch/

https://www.instagram.com/nacecentralcoast/

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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

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