And I Like Large Parties: Conversations and Cocktails with Influential Women in the Events Industry

Anne Marie DeAngelis
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I’m Anne, owner of Champagne & Stars Event Decor and host of And I Like Large Parties. This is a podcast celebrating bold, brilliant women in the events industry. Each episode dives into candid conversations about business growth, creative strategy, and the highs and lows of entrepreneurship. It’s smart, stylish, and refreshingly real.  So pour a cocktail (or mocktail) and join the party because women in this industry are doing big things!Don't forget to check out my site at www.champagneandstarsdecor.com for all of your event decor needs, and visit my Instagram page @champagnestars1 to give us a follow! 

  1. 9月15日

    Pinot Grigio with Cakery Bake Bakery

    In this interview, I talk with Melanie Rash, owner of Cakery Bake Bakery in Smyrna, Delaware. After graduating with a culinary degree specializing in baking and pastry, she decided to follow a passion she’s had since high school and launch her own baking business. Melanie is known for her elegant, bespoke wedding cakes, but she also creates incredible gravity-defying designs in themes ranging from whimsical cartoons to eerie horror. In this episode, we chat about letting go of imposter syndrome, why supporting fellow local businesses can actually help grow your own, and how to handle the emotions that come with seeing your original designs used to solicit copycat work. Go visit her website https://www.cakerybake.com/ and follow her on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/cakerybakebakery/ Thanks for listening! Follow us on Instagram @champagnestars1 and check out our site at www.champagneandstarsdecor.com

    46 分钟

  2. 8月25日

    Aperol Spritz with Sebesta Design

    In this episode, I sit down with Corinne Sebesta, the owner of Sebesta Design, a Philadelphia-based floral studio with a national reputation. Her work has been featured in publications like Brides Magazine and spans everything from bold, modern installations to romantic, whimsical designs. Our conversation dives into the power of saying “no” to protect your peace, the non-negotiable importance of delivering excellence to clients, and why grit is one of the most valuable traits an entrepreneur can have. Go visit her website https://sebestadesign.com/ and follow her on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sebestadesign/ Thanks for listening! Follow us on Instagram @champagnestars1 and check out our site at www.champagneandstarsdecor.com

    46 分钟

  3. 7月24日

    Coffee with Delaware Female Creatives

    In this episode, I sit down with Heather Nunery, founder of Delaware Female Creatives, an organization that provides space for women-owned businesses to connect, collaborate, and grow. Heather wears many hats as the owner of HMV Designs, a graphic design and marketing business, and La Nunery Apothecary, where she crafts organic candles and skincare. We dive into the power of networking, how experience builds resilience and perspective, and why speaking negatively about others can be a costly move in the small business world.  Recorded outdoors on a sunny summer morning, so excuse the faint lawn mower in the background!  Go visit her websites: https://www.delawarefemalecreatives.com/  https://www.hmvdesigns.com/ https://lanuneryapothecary.com/ Follow her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/delawarefemalecreatives/ https://www.instagram.com/hmv_designs/ https://www.instagram.com/lanuneryapothecary/ Thanks for listening! Follow us on Instagram @champagnestars1 and check out our site at www.champagneandstarsdecor.com

    59 分钟

  4. 7月21日

    Sparkling Water with Chesterdale Farm

    I sat down with Theresa Gallagher, owner of Chesterdale Farm, a stunning new 18th-century farmhouse venue in West Chester, PA. Theresa shares the rich history of the property, and the journey of restoring the barn into a one-of-a-kind event space. We dive into the value of building connections in business (even when it means risking a little rejection), and why living without regrets is key to success. And because no good story is complete without a twist, we had a thunderstorm and a power outage, but it couldn’t stop the conversation. We pivoted, pressed on, and made it happen in true entrepreneur style. Go visit her website https://www.chesterdalefarm.com/ and follow her on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/chesterdalefarm/ Thanks for listening! Follow us on Instagram @champagnestars1 and check out our site at www.champagneandstarsdecor.com

    25 分钟

  5. 7月4日

    Dirty Martinis with Jennifer Syl Photography

    In this episode, I interview Jennifer Gordon, owner of Jennifer Syl Photography. Based in the Philadelphia area, Jen is known for her striking edits, keen eye for detail, and calm, collected presence behind the lens. We get into the good stuff like how to deliver standout client experiences, why venting about clients online might do more harm than good, navigating unexpected hiccups on event day, and what it really takes to thrive in the events industry. Go visit her website https://jennifersylphoto.com/ and follow her on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/jennifersylphoto/ Thanks for listening! Follow us on Instagram @champagnestars1 and check out our site at www.champagneandstarsdecor.com

    47 分钟

  6. 6月23日

    Iced Lattes with Ashlee Emerson Photography

    In this episode, I chat with Ashlee Makuch, owner of Ashlee Emerson Photography and Poppy & Prim Events. With over a decade of experience across DE, MD, and PA (and beyond!), Ashlee shares real talk on pricing your services, putting yourself out there on social media as a business owner, and why being kind in this industry goes a long way. In addition to running multiple successful businesses, she is also the Venue Director at Worsell Manor, a wedding venue in Maryland. She’s wildly talented, in high demand, and hands-down one of the best in the business. Go follow Ashlee on Instagram at @ashleeemersonphotography and @poppyandprim.events and visit her website at https://ashleeemersonphotography.com/ Thanks for listening! Follow us on Instagram @champagnestars1 and check out our site at www.champagneandstarsdecor.com

    59 分钟

  7. 2024/12/06

    From Classroom to Champagne and Stars Event Decor: Anne's Inspiring Transition to Entrepreneurship

    This episode is from Women Entrepreneurs Spotlight Series hosted by Deb LaMotta. Deb interviewed me in August of 2023 about my business. This is my story. Enjoy! Episode Description: Ever wondered how a high school teacher and college professor could transition to an entrepreneur owning a flourishing event decor business? Tune in as we welcome Anne, the dynamic woman behind Champagne and Stars Event Decor, who shares about her amazing journey from the educational field to entrepreneurship. We traverse through the changing landscape of students' attitudes, parenting styles, and the support system that nudged Anne to rediscover her passion for vintage furniture design and refinishing, ultimately leading to her embarking on a whole new career. This episode is a treasure trove of experiences about resilience, transition, and pursuing your passion. Go check out Deb's podcast! Thanks for listening! Follow us on Instagram @champagnestars1 and check out our site at www.champagneandstarsdecor.com

    31 分钟

  8. 2024/10/11

    Pinot Grigio with The Party Kween

    I chat with Kathy Nickolson, aka The Party Kween. Kathy is an event stylist whose ability to bring her clients' visions to life has garnered her a reputation for being one of the best in the business in Delaware. Whether it's a wedding, quinceañera, or baby shower, Kathy and her team work to ensure that the aesthetic of each event is on point. In this episode, we talk about the challenges and rewards of working in the events industry, the importance of communication with clients, and overcoming the fear of trying something new. Go follow The Party Kween on Instagram at @thepartykween and visit her website at https://www.partykween.com/ Thanks for listening! Follow us on Instagram @champagnestars1 and check out our site at www.champagneandstarsdecor.com

    46 分钟
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I’m Anne, owner of Champagne & Stars Event Decor and host of And I Like Large Parties. This is a podcast celebrating bold, brilliant women in the events industry. Each episode dives into candid conversations about business growth, creative strategy, and the highs and lows of entrepreneurship. It’s smart, stylish, and refreshingly real.  So pour a cocktail (or mocktail) and join the party because women in this industry are doing big things!Don't forget to check out my site at www.champagneandstarsdecor.com for all of your event decor needs, and visit my Instagram page @champagnestars1 to give us a follow! 

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