You found your community.
Now let's make it official.
You found your community. Now let's make it official. Emerge membership is more than access to events. It's a full support system built for the wedding and event professional who is serious about their craft, their relationships, and their growth. From intimate dinners and regional Exchanges to multi-day retreats aimed at connecting members from across the country, peer-driven online conversations, and a members directory for visibility and exposure.
All built around one belief. Kindness changes everything.
What our members say about us...
"Finding the right industry community is harder than it looks. Emerge gets it right. The range of events, from casual meetups to retreats, creates genuine opportunities to connect, and the emphasis on authentic relationships is not just marketing language. It shows up in the room. I’ve attended, led, and sponsored events across the country and built relationships that have become real colleagues and friends."
Amy Hammond
Stationer
Philadelphia, PA
"I joined Emerge shortly after it started. In discussing the organization with a good friend and fellow planner, I could see how it was different. It is truly welcoming, helpful, and most importantly trusting in the experience its members have.
Emerge is more than networking. It is a community that helps everyone shine."
Tasha Bracken
Planner
Boston, MA
I"ve been part of many communities, but I’ve never experienced one as welcoming as Emerge. There are no cliques, just genuine, respectful people creating real connections and showing up as their true selves. After my first event, I was completely sold.
Fernando Gonzalez
DJ
Tucson, AZ
"Emerge feels like family. You'll find authenticity, kindness, and zero egos, and you actually feel it the moment you walk in the door. Having a safe space to show up as yourself and connect with others from the heart is a breath of fresh air. Finally, a networking group built from a place of love."
Hollie Connell
Dog Concierge
Boulder, CO
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Emerge rewards the people who show up. The more you engage, the deeper the relationships. Register early - many of our events sell out.
attend our events & engage online
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Don't forget to email your certificate of insurance and all of your items to get you listed on the website.
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Click the link below to fill out our membership application and agree to our membership terms.
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Included in Your Membership
Listing in our curated member directory
Private Facebook community and online forum
Private WhatsApp group for real-time connection
Interactive, experience-based events
A trusted referral network
Blog and social media features
Educational opportunities and guest speakers
Monthly online round tables
Monthly online speed networking
Exclusive partner offers and discounts
Member contact directory
Discounted access to our in person events
Exclusive members-only events
Members exclusive discount page
Access to past round table recordings
Your membership rate is locked in for the lifetime of your membership.
First member of your company: $50/month or $600/year
Additional members: $30/month or $300/year
One-time initiation fee: $75 per registration
Membership Requirements
Must have one current member sponsor or two industry references
Inclusive of all people, including the LGBTQ+ community
Liability insurance (for onsite professionals)
Registered business or Secretary of State filing
All required licenses for your location and discipline
Positive review history (Google, The Knot, etc.)
The Emerge Membership Experience
membership application
Ready to join us?
have questions or want to set up a call to discuss?
Email us at info@emergeeventcollective.com
Otherwise please fill out the membership application below
Emerge is most impactful for professionals working in the luxury and high end market. We welcome all professionals who meet our requirements, though our events, content, and conversations are geared toward the high end and luxury markets. Emerge is most beneficial for companies consistently working with event budgets of at least $100k, or at least $1,000 per guest. Not quite there, but want to get there as quickly as possible? That's okay too.
Is this community right for you?
Where are your events?
Emerge gatherings take place twice monthly online and throughout North America in person. We currently host events across nine regional collectives that cover all 50 U.S. states, Canada, Mexico, and the Caribbean. From intimate dinners, lunches, breakfasts, and regional Exchanges to multi-day retreats aimed at connecting members from across the country, each experience is rooted in our values of authenticity, connection, and elevated community. No matter your location, there's a seat at the table waiting.
How often do we meet?
Emerge shows up for you consistently. Online we host monthly round tables and speed networking events, peer-driven conversations, not webinars. In person we host intimate dinners, lunches, breakfasts, regional Exchanges, and multi-day retreats aimed at connecting members from across the country. No matter where you are, there's always something coming.
what is the difference between you and an association or conference?
Most associations focus on credentials, dues, and annual conferences. Most networking events are transactional by design. Emerge is neither. We're a privately held community built around one thing. Real human connection. Our retreats include keynote speakers, but even those are interactive and conversation-driven. No passive sitting. No rooms full of strangers exchanging business cards. Just thoughtfully curated experiences, peer-driven conversations, and a community that actually knows your name. The education happens in the conversation. The networking happens because the relationships are real.
Is this only for wedding professionals?
While we have a lot of wedding professionals, Emerge has always been open to all event professionals. We welcome corporate and social event professionals, DMCs, and event staff who work across all types of events.
WHAT KIND OF EVENT PROFESSIONALS IS THIS FOR?
membership application
Ready to join us?
Membership requires either two industry references from professionals who know your work, or one current Emerge member who is willing to sponsor you. This keeps the community trust-based and intentional. We're inclusive of all people and backgrounds. We simply want to make sure everyone who joins is aligned with our values and a good fit for the community. Start by filling out a membership application and we'll take it from there.
HOW DO I JOIN?
Once we receive your application we'll be in touch personally. You can register for events at member pricing the same day you apply. We'll send over a welcome email with everything you need, including an intake form to get you accurately set up in our directory and community. Have questions before you apply? Email us at info@emergeeventcollective.com.
WHAt happens after I apply?
Most Emerge events are members-only or by invitation. Occasionally we open select events to non-members as a way to give prospective members a taste of the community. Members always receive the best pricing, plus significant discounts on our overnights and retreats. The best way to get access? Join us. Interested in being on our invite list? Click here and we occasionally open up events to this list.
DO YOU HAVE TO BE A MEMBER TO ATTEND EVENTS?
Hear from our members
"Joining Emerge has been one of the best decisions I’ve made for my business. From the very first event, I felt welcomed into a community that truly cares about one another — not just as vendors, but as people. The networking isn’t forced or transactional; it’s genuine, and that’s what makes the connections so powerful. I’ve gained incredible vendor relationships that have led to real referrals and bookings, and beyond the business growth, Emerge has given me a sense of belonging in this industry."
Julian Ribinik
Photographer
New York, NY
"Joining Emerge has been one of the most refreshing decisions I’ve made. It’s a space where egos are truly checked at the door, and you’re met with genuine connection and support from the moment you walk in. I’ve built meaningful friendships, created real connections, and have come to absolutely adore each event. It feels less like networking and more like finding your people in this industry."
Karina Hinson
Photographer
Colorado Springs, CO
"This community is truly something special. Everyone is incredibly kind, welcoming, and supportive, and it never feels cliquey or intimidating. From the beginning, I felt so at ease in all of the in-person events, and I very quickly made some genuinely incredible friendships through this group! That has meant so much to me. Emerge has created such a wonderful space for wedding pros, and I’m really grateful to be part of it."
Katie Capo
Photographer
Tampa, FL