Hampton VA | Industry Roundup, Unfiltered & Unscripted Panel Discussion
Schedule
Wed Jun 17 2026 at 06:00 pm to 09:00 pm
UTC-04:00Location
The Landing at Hampton Marina, Tapestry Collection by Hilton | Hampton, VA
About this Event
HAMPTON ROADS, VA Wedding and Event Professionals…
Pull up a seat because this isn’t the polished highlight reel.
This is the real conversation the wedding & event industry needs.
The National Society of Black Wedding and Event Professionals (NSBWEP) invites you to Industry Roundup…Unfiltered and Unscripted…Truth, Trials & Triumphs of The Wedding & Event Industry, a bold, no‑nonsense panel discussion bringing together industry professionals who are deep in the work and ready to tell the truth.
This exclusive experience is designed for professionals who want clarity, connection, and real insight NOT recycled advice. Expect candid dialogue, honest perspectives, and conversations that go beyond the surface of weddings, social events, and the corporate space.
No scripts. No smoke and mirrors. No gatekeeping.
We’re talking about what really matters:
- What’s Shifting Right Now: Real-time industry trends, evolving client behavior, and where the opportunities actually are.
- The Business Behind the Beauty: The challenges, decisions, and realities of running a sustainable event-based business.
- Event Day Realities: The wins, the mistakes, the curveballs—and how seasoned pros recover and protect their reputation.
- What’s Working vs. What’s Wasting Time: Strategies that are producing results—and those that are no longer worth the effort.
Join us in Hampton, Virginia for Industry Roundup and be part of the dialogue everyone will be talking about. Register now and step inside the conversation.
WHAT TO EXPECT
- High-Level Networking
- Powerful Panel Conversation
- 3-Course Barbecue Dinner
WHY YOU NEED TO BE IN THE ROOM
Authentic Industry Conversations: This is a rare opportunity to engage in transparent, unfiltered discussions with professionals who understand the pressure, the pivots, and the passion behind the work.
Meaningful Networking: Connect with like‑minded wedding and event professionals who value excellence, collaboration, and community—and who are serious about growth.
Real Insight from Real Experts: Gain perspective from entrepreneurs who have experienced the highs and lows and are willing to share what they’ve learned—honestly and generously.
Community, Confidence, and Clarity: Leave reassured, motivated, and empowered, knowing you’re not navigating this industry alone—and that your experience is shared and supported.
REGISTRATION FEE
NSBWEP Members: $45.00 | Non-Members: $60
Non-Members receive $10 off registration. Offer valid til midnight, May 15th.
$10 Late Fee after 5pm, June 12th.
Registration is non-refundable and non-transferable to a future event.
OUR SPEAKERS
Isha Foss of Isha Foss Design
Regina Ketter of Alluring Affairs Inc.
Apryl D. Roberts of Apryl Roberts Production
Amber Nichole of Amkay Photography
DJ West of DJ West Entertainment
Where is it happening?
The Landing at Hampton Marina, Tapestry Collection by Hilton, 700 Settlers Landing Road, Hampton, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
USD 48.46 to USD 74.38


















