{"id":16840,"date":"2019-06-06T10:02:53","date_gmt":"2019-06-06T15:02:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.qceventplanning.com\/?p=16840"},"modified":"2019-06-06T10:02:53","modified_gmt":"2019-06-06T15:02:53","slug":"wedding-planner-certification-graduate-feature-brooke-nauta","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/2019\/06\/wedding-planner-certification-graduate-feature-brooke-nauta","title":{"rendered":"Graduate Feature: Brooke Nauta"},"content":{"rendered":"<div style=\"overflow: auto;\">\n<div class=\"half-1\">\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"444\" height=\"543\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-16841\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.qceventplanning.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Copy-of-Event-Student-Feature-Headshot-Template-6.jpg\" alt=\"brooke nauta of Brooker Events - QC Event School graduate\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Copy-of-Event-Student-Feature-Headshot-Template-6.jpg 444w, https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Copy-of-Event-Student-Feature-Headshot-Template-6-245x300.jpg 245w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 444px) 100vw, 444px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"half-2\">\n<b>Name:<\/b> Brooke Nauta<\/p>\n<p><b>Location:<\/b> Niagara, Canada<\/p>\n<p><b>QC Courses she&#8217;s graduated from:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/online-event-courses\/event-and-wedding-planning\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Event and Wedding Planning Course<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Website:\u00a0<\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.brookerevents.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">www.brookerevents.com<\/a><\/p>\n<p><b>Social Media:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/brookerevents\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Facebook.com\/brookerevents<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/brookerevents\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Instagram.com\/brookerevents<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.brookerevents.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">www.brookerevents.com\/<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_80 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/2019\/06\/wedding-planner-certification-graduate-feature-brooke-nauta\/#Tell_us_a_little_bit_about_yourself\" >Tell us a little bit about yourself!<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/2019\/06\/wedding-planner-certification-graduate-feature-brooke-nauta\/#Why_did_you_decide_to_become_a_wedding_planner\" >Why did you decide to become a wedding planner?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/2019\/06\/wedding-planner-certification-graduate-feature-brooke-nauta\/#Residing_in_Niagara_do_you_specialize_in_wedding_services_that_are_tied_to_the_unique_experiences_the_location_offers_Do_you_plan_to_if_you_dont\" >Residing in Niagara, do you specialize in wedding services that are tied to the unique experiences the location offers? Do you plan to if you don\u2019t?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/2019\/06\/wedding-planner-certification-graduate-feature-brooke-nauta\/#Whats_your_favorite_part_of_the_wedding_planning_process\" >What\u2019s your favorite part of the wedding planning process?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/2019\/06\/wedding-planner-certification-graduate-feature-brooke-nauta\/#Nobody_is_perfect_Is_there_still_something_you_still_struggle_with\" >Nobody is perfect! Is there still something you still struggle with?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/2019\/06\/wedding-planner-certification-graduate-feature-brooke-nauta\/#What_is_your_biggest_career_highlight_so_far\" >What is your biggest career highlight so far?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/2019\/06\/wedding-planner-certification-graduate-feature-brooke-nauta\/#Do_you_have_any_advice_for_students_earning_their_wedding_planner_certification_who_are_struggling_to_find_event_planner_jobs\" >Do you have any advice for students earning their wedding planner certification who are struggling to find event planner jobs?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/2019\/06\/wedding-planner-certification-graduate-feature-brooke-nauta\/#How_has_QC_prepared_you_for_the_wedding_planning_business\" >How has QC prepared you for the wedding planning business?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/2019\/06\/wedding-planner-certification-graduate-feature-brooke-nauta\/#Can_you_share_any_exciting_projects_coming_up_the_rest_of_the_year\" >Can you share any exciting projects coming up the rest of the year?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tell_us_a_little_bit_about_yourself\"><\/span>Tell us a little bit about yourself!<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>I am the eldest of 3 children, with a younger sister and brother. I was born and raised in Niagara, so I\u2019ve had the opportunity to experience the beauty the region offers. I am very creative and outgoing. I enjoy meeting new people\u2014some people say that I am \u201cbubbly\u201d like champagne!<\/p>\n<p>When I\u2019m not planning or dreaming of weddings, you can find me indulging in books, baking up a storm, or going on wine tours! I am a foodie at heart, and I absolutely love donuts! In fact, I love donuts so much that I highly recommend my wedding clients to have a donut wall at their event!<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_did_you_decide_to_become_a_wedding_planner\"><\/span>Why did you decide to become a wedding planner?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"672\" height=\"448\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-16852\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.qceventplanning.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Event-in-post-135x135-2019-06-06T104938.788.jpg\" alt=\"Darling Mine Photography for Brooke Nauta - professional wedding planner\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Event-in-post-135x135-2019-06-06T104938.788.jpg 672w, https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Event-in-post-135x135-2019-06-06T104938.788-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 672px) 100vw, 672px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><em>Darling Mine Photography<\/em><\/p>\n<p>I grew up in the wedding industry. My grandma and mother owned their own wedding store. My Mom created wedding cakes while my Grandma did wedding invites, <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.qceventplanning.com\/2017\/07\/quick-guide-floral-design-event-planners\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">floral arrangements<\/a> and hall rentals. My grandpa and I would deliver the wedding cakes and help set up the venues.<\/p>\n<p>When I wasn\u2019t helping around the store, you would find me in the walk-in fridge, putting together a bowl of cake shavings, caking filling (cherry was my favorite), and left-over icing.<\/p>\n<p>I loved the thought that my two favorite women in my world created a name for themselves. I wanted to follow into their footsteps. I am a person who loves wedding and event planning, so I decided to put my passions to the test and create a name for myself. That is when I decided <em>Brooker Events<\/em> would be born.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Residing_in_Niagara_do_you_specialize_in_wedding_services_that_are_tied_to_the_unique_experiences_the_location_offers_Do_you_plan_to_if_you_dont\"><\/span>Residing in Niagara, do you specialize in wedding services that are tied to the unique experiences the location offers? Do you plan to if you don\u2019t?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"672\" height=\"448\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-16848\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.qceventplanning.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Event-in-post-135x135-2019-06-06T104737.222.jpg\" alt=\"Darling Mine Photography\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Event-in-post-135x135-2019-06-06T104737.222.jpg 672w, https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Event-in-post-135x135-2019-06-06T104737.222-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 672px) 100vw, 672px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><em>Darling Mine Photography<\/em><\/p>\n<p>There are many wonderful wedding vendors in this area, each with something unique to offer. During <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.qceventplanning.com\/2015\/08\/event-client-consultation-questions-creating-the-concept\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">the client consultation<\/a>, I sit down with my wedding planning clients, and ask them for 3 words that describe them and their relationship. I also ask them about 3 things that they enjoy most in weddings. From their answers, I can match vendors that suit them and their magical day best!<\/p>\n<p>Regardless of where they choose to have their ceremony and reception, I make sure I find something unique that will make their day stand out!<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Whats_your_favorite_part_of_the_wedding_planning_process\"><\/span>What\u2019s your favorite part of the wedding planning process?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The wedding day! I like seeing where all the hard work and time put in comes together. I love seeing the smiling faces of the newly married couple, their family, and friends!<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Nobody_is_perfect_Is_there_still_something_you_still_struggle_with\"><\/span>Nobody is perfect! Is there still something you still struggle with?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"672\" height=\"448\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-16853\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.qceventplanning.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Event-in-post-135x135-2019-06-06T105138.731.jpg\" alt=\"Josh Bellingham Photography\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Event-in-post-135x135-2019-06-06T105138.731.jpg 672w, https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Event-in-post-135x135-2019-06-06T105138.731-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 672px) 100vw, 672px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><em>Josh Bellingham Photography<\/em><\/p>\n<p>Finding the right service price for my wedding planning business.<\/p>\n<p>You need to find a happy medium for where you should be in your price range. Obviously, wedding planners with more experience can charge more for their services. But, for those just starting their wedding planning business, it\u2019s hard to decipher where you fit-in regarding pricing structure. You also don\u2019t want to <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.qceventplanning.com\/2017\/08\/event-planners-salary-much-making\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">price your planning services<\/a> too low, which will steer clients away, as well. The middle ground can be quite difficult to get right.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_your_biggest_career_highlight_so_far\"><\/span>What is your biggest career highlight so far?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Along with my own wedding business, a wedding venue (Willow Lane Wedding and Events in Stevensville, Ontario) reached out to me to help them navigate the wedding industry. This venue is beautiful, and I get to help grow their business! Being their planner has been very rewarding. I get to give them my ideas on how to grow.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_you_have_any_advice_for_students_earning_their_wedding_planner_certification_who_are_struggling_to_find_event_planner_jobs\"><\/span>Do you have any advice for students earning their wedding planner certification who are struggling to find event planner jobs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"672\" height=\"448\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-16850\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.qceventplanning.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Event-in-post-135x135-2019-06-06T104725.199.jpg\" alt=\"Darling Mine Photography\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Event-in-post-135x135-2019-06-06T104725.199.jpg 672w, https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Event-in-post-135x135-2019-06-06T104725.199-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 672px) 100vw, 672px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><em>Darling Mine Photography<\/em><\/p>\n<p>Just keep going and believe in yourself! When times seem tough, please keep going! The more time and effort you put into your wedding planning career, the bigger the reward. Great things don\u2019t come easy. If any one needs a pep-talk, I\u2019m here to chat!<\/p>\n<p>Also, make friends in the industry. They\u2019re always around to help motivate you and provide advice. I joined a group in my area where we all get together once a month to discuss growing our individual businesses.<\/p>\n<p>My best friend, Meagan, has helped me overcome some of the struggles of starting and running a new business.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_has_QC_prepared_you_for_the_wedding_planning_business\"><\/span>How has QC prepared you for the wedding planning business?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>QC Event School has helped me throughout my career in wedding planning. In the event and wedding planning course, they provide templates for everything you would need. The booklets they send you to read is a great way to get refreshers on the \u201chow-to\u201d if you need it. They touch base on the <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.qceventplanning.com\/2018\/06\/how-to-become-a-wedding-planner-for-different-cultures\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">different religious aspects of a cultural ceremony<\/a>, which has helped me when booking clients\u2014I know what resources and vendors to direct them to and what should or shouldn\u2019t be done.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"672\" height=\"448\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.qceventplanning.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Event-in-post-135x135-2019-06-06T105956.376.jpg\" alt=\"Brooke Nauta - QC Event school graduate wedding planning kissing menu\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-16859\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Event-in-post-135x135-2019-06-06T105956.376.jpg 672w, https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Event-in-post-135x135-2019-06-06T105956.376-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 672px) 100vw, 672px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>They have allowed me to be start my own business because of the information they teach you. QC has given me the confidence to be able to do what I do. The wedding planner certification is very important to clients. I would highly recommend this course and QC for all your schooling needs.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_you_share_any_exciting_projects_coming_up_the_rest_of_the_year\"><\/span>Can you share any exciting projects coming up the rest of the year?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>I am hosting a stylized wedding shoot in the beginning of September. The theme resembles \u201cHarry Potter\u201d in its vibe. Think mystical\u2026 dark\u2026 dreamy\u2026 nothing white about it!<\/p>\n<h3 align=\"center\"><i>Want to grow your wedding planning portfolio? Here\u2019s our guide to <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.qceventplanning.com\/2015\/02\/marketing-styled-shoot\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">marketing yourself through a styled shoot!<\/a><\/i><\/h3>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>After Brooke Nauta earned her wedding planner certification from QC, she started her own wedding planning business\u2014Brooker Events! 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