Wed KC Workshops : Education + Networking
Wed KC is proud to host bi-annual Wed Workshops – where Kansas City wedding professionals get educated on various topics to feel empowered to hone-in and implement real positive change for their business while networking with fellow vendors.
Workshops Include:
- Half-Day Networking + Educational Opportunity
- Expert Speaker for the Topic at Hand
- Q&A Session with the Expert Speaker
- Panel of Couples or Wedding Pros
- Breakout Sessions to Explore the Topic More Deeply
- Catered Lunch for Networking & Continued Discussion
TICKETS:
Wed KC Advertisers – $30 for workshop + lunch
Non-Wed KC Advertisers – $40 for workshop + lunch
June Wed KC Workshop:
Contracts & Legal Essentials
DATE: June 4, 2025
TIMELINE: 9:30am – 1:30pm
LOCATION: The Venue at Willow Creek 3150 N 91st St, Kansas City, KS 66109
Topic of Discussion: Contracts and Legal Essentials
As a wedding professional, your business thrives on trust—but without solid legal protections, misunderstandings can turn into costly disputes. This workshop will walk you through the essential contracts every wedding vendor needs, covering client agreements, independent contractor contracts, and employee policies. Learn how to structure clear terms for payments, cancellations, rescheduling, liability, and intellectual property rights to protect your work and business. Gain practical tips to prevent common legal pitfalls and ensure your contracts work for you—not against you. Whether you’re a photographer, planner, florist, or any wedding vendor, this session will help you build a legally sound foundation for your business.
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:
9:30 – 10:00am : Arrival, Check-In + Networking
10:00 – 11:00am : Expert Speaker for the Topic at Hand
11:00 – 11:30am : Guest Q+A Session with Speaker
12:15 – 1:30pm : Catered Lunch for Networking & Continued Discussion
Key Workshop Take-Aways
The importance of contracts in the hospitality services, specifically wedding services
Pertinent laws and ordinances
Keys to good contracts that will protect your interests
Important topics to cover in the contract
Do’s and Don’ts to contract drafting and enforcement
Tickets Coming Soon
Meet the Expert: David Patrzykont
David Patrzykont is the owner of David S. Patrzykont, Attorney at Law, P. A. His firm handles a wide range of matters including criminal defense, family law, personal injury, probate, contracts, and civil litigation. He is admitted to practice in the State of Kansas, the Federal District of Kansas, and the United States Supreme Court. In addition to his practice, he is a board member of Lowriding2Success, a non-profit working with youth in the juvenile court system and is an Assistant Legal Officer with the Kansas Wing of the Civil Air Patrol, the civilian auxiliary of the United States Air Force.
Olive Events Menu
Welcome Pastries:
Assorted House Baked Petite Pastries – Chef’s Choice
Lunch Buffet:
Baguette & Whipped Butter
Baby Green Salad with Fresh Summer Berries, Goat Cheese Crumbles, Candied Nuts + Champagne Vinaigrette
Parmesan Smashed Potatoes
Farm Fresh Crisp Tender Grilled Asparagus with Citrus + Balsamic
Caprese Chicken
with Basil Pesto, Blistered Tomatoes, Fresh Mozzarella with Hand Torn Basil
Sweets:
Strawberry Shortcake
Sugared Strawberries, Grand Marnier Whipped Cream, White Chocolate Curls + Cinnamon Biscuit Top
Before the Workshop
Leading up to the workshop you will be provided a Preparation Worksheet relative to the upcoming topic. This will help prepare you to get the best out of the workshop by organizing your business-specific details prior to arrival. You can also prepare questions you want to ask the speaker and members of the panel prior to the event.
At the Workshop
Refer to your Preparation Worksheet throughout the workshop to take note of ways that you can elevate and perfect your business using the tools presented at the workshop. Lean on the expert, fellow wedding pros, and the responses from the panel to help get a comprehensive view of what you need to do in order to grow.
