We are a continuously growing organization and would love to increase our membership. Please take a moment to review our membership information.

::MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS::

• Membership in the premier wedding and event professional organization in the Monterey Bay area
• Publication in both the MBWEP website and printed Membership Directories
• Regular networking with wedding and event professionals
• Ability to showcase your talents in one of MBWEP’s bi-monthly Showcases
• Exposure to countless individuals looking for local event talent in the Monterey Bay area

::CODE OF ETHICS::

• Promote good will between the client and wedding industry
• Promote good will between fellow members
• Hire and train the most professional staff available
• Treat each client fairly and honestly, providing all contracted services in a timely manner
• Use honest and factual advertising
• Have a personal sense of obligation to each individual client
• Do whatever necessary to make sure that the event is a success
• Operate a business that is a credit to the organization and the community
• Do not offer or accept monetary compensation (kickbacks) for referrals or recommendations

 

::MEMBERSHIP OBLIGATIONS::

In order to keep a membership in good standing, members must:

• Have a physical business address in Monterey or Santa Cruz counties
• Have been in business for at least two (2) years at the time of application
• Be insured and provide proof of insurance
• Provide written contract to all clients
• Cooperate with MBWEP activities and efforts to promote and improve the professionalism of the wedding and event industry
• Respond rapidly and honestly to any complaints received by the MBWEP board
• Adhere to the MBWEP Code of Ethics and cooperate with MBWEP policies and procedures
• Use the MBWEP name and logo in advertising whenever possible
• Pay MBWEP bill in timely manner
• Attend a minimum of one general meeting, showcase, satellite meeting or board meeting per quarter

::MEETING INFORMATION::

See calendar for meeting dates and times, and click here to RSVP

::MBWEP CALENDAR:: (click to view)

::FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:: (click to view)