Robin Kemp, CWP
I chose this career path because
I believe that every bride should be able to have an affordable wedding! My daughter wanted a wedding, and I wanted to have a beautiful one, so I basically made everything she needed from the flowers to the dress! I even took a cake class so that I could make the cake. My friends and family taken by the beautiful event, and they encouraged me to go into the wedding plannig business, and that is exactly what I did!
I prepared for this career by
I work in purchasing for a balloon company. By day I am a an Administrative Professional. I took a course and became a certified wedding planner. at the Penn Foster School. I took a cake baking course to learn how to make a wedding cake.
The biggest challenge I've overcome
It is a challenge to get other people and trainers to take notice of smaller events and see that events don't have to be large to be successful or noteworthy.
My greatest strength(s)
Being creative and making brides feel special! I will do anything from planning the wedding to taking them shopping for their dress. I am also great at finding bargains for my clients.
My greatest accomplishment to date
I am proud to say that I was elected three times as President my local chapter of Administrative Professionals.
My personal/professional goals
I am nearing retirment from my purchasing role, so I would like to spend some more time with my grand children and travel more for both business and pleasure, I am hoping to do destination weddings!
What/Who has inspired me the most
When the economy was bad there was a need for my services, but I am re-energized every time I help people's dream come true and giving them lifelong memories.
I most want to be known/remembered for
I hope people will remember me as kind and helpful.
I participate in the following organizations/memberships
International Administrative Professionals.
I support the missions of these charities/volunteer my time
I support various Veteran's Organizations and St. Jude.
I enjoy the following hobbies/interests
Spending time with family.