What does "luxury" truly mean in today’s saturated event market? In this eye-opening episode of World Bride Magazine, Editorial Director Myrdith Leon-McCormack is joined by Ana Cerna, a 20-year hospitality veteran and founder of Two Social Gals, LLC. Known as the "expert behind the experts," Ana provides high-level consulting for boutique hotels, travel advisors, and wedding planners, teaching them exactly how to structure their businesses to successfully cater to high-net-worth clients.

From breaking down the distinct differences between aspirational buyers and generational wealth, to exposing the dangerous "fake it till you make it" trend of planners misrepresenting their portfolios using FAM trip photos, this conversation pulls back the curtain on the business of luxury events. Discover why accountability, strict ethics, and genuine experience are the ultimate keys to surviving and thriving in the modern destination wedding industry.

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[00:00] Introduction: Welcoming Hospitality Veteran Ana Cerna

[03:15] What Does "Luxury" Actually Mean Today?

[08:40] Generational Wealth vs. Aspirational Luxury Clients

[12:30] The Secret Sauce: Consulting for Hotels & Planners

[17:15] The Danger of "Fake It Till You Make It" Planners

[21:45] Accountability & Ethics in the Wedding Industry

[25:30] How to Connect with Ana Cerna & Two Social Gals

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