When talking with your event and wedding pros have you heard the words commission, referral fee, kickback? If so, we need to talk.
There is a perception out there that, Wedding Planners especially, make a lot of money from referral fees or kickbacks. Whoa! Not cool!
Let's clarify, at Fabuluxe Events we do NOT accept referral fees or commissions of any sort. However, if another event professional wants to give our clients a discount based on our relationship that is fantastic. We just helped you find a superb vendor and you saved some money. Works for everyone!
Some people feel that by offering a commission they can secure more business from Planners. While that may work with some people, we only refer people that we trust 150%.
We want people to refer us to you because they trust us, they know we will go above and beyond to make your day spectacular, they know we are professional and have the highest standards and ethichs. And it goes both ways, we only refer those who meet our rigid standards.
Our "Preferred Vendor List" has been carefully curated and updated over time. And here is a sneaky little tidbit...that shiny brochure you may have received from your venue has lots of great wedding vendors...but did you know that those vendors paid to be in that shiny brochure? Yep, that's right, in many cases vendors have to pay to be in those fancy, shmancy brochures.
As always, go with your instincts and first thoughts...they are usually right. Ask your vendors if they give or receive commissions or referral fees. And take the time to get to know your vendors before hiring them.
Cheers,
The Fabuluxe Team