IAA Wedding Association

. . . a global community of local wedding providers

The IAA Wedding Association helps new customers find your business.  You can START TODAY FOR FREE by either claiming your business listing on our site or you can create your new business listing.

 

What is the IAA Wedding Association? 

 

The IAA Wedding Association is a key component of the International Association Alliance’s (IAA) community of associations, organizations, businesses and individuals.  Membership provides your business with access to new customers who are looking for your business and the products or services that you provide.

 

Business association memberships help you build your brand awareness, while increasing your brand’s credibility.  This helps you to “close the deal” with new customers.

 

The IAA Wedding Association helps establish the Wedding community business standards that help attract independent businesses to become members.  These independent businesses understand the value of being part of an industry group that provides credibility and helps them build their brand. 

 

See how easy and inexpensive it is for your business to use the power of multiple association memberships to build your business.  Instead of spending hundreds or even thousands of dollars each year, your IAA membership allows you to join the associations whose membership will benefit your business, all for one low membership investment.

Why IAA membership is an investment in your business!

 

IAA membership is a small investment with big rewards and includes membership in our growing number of business associations which include:

 

IAA Bar, Pub & Tavern Association

IAA Bed & Breakfast Association

IAA Better Business Alliance

IAA Boutique, Shop & Store Association

IAA Brewery, Cidery & Distillery Association

IAA Café, Diner & Restaurant Association

IAA Farm & Ranch Stay Association

IAA Mall, Market & Outlet Association

IAA Green Business Alliance

IAA Guide, Outfitter & Tour Association

IAA Limousine & Coach Association

IAA Spa & Wellness Association

IAA Vineyard & Winery Association

IAA Wedding Association

 

Instead of spending hundreds or even thousands of dollars each year, your IAA membership allows you to join the associations whose membership will benefit your business, all for one low membership investment.

 

Do you care about people and the environment? 

 

What kind of business do you think your customers want to do business with?  Customers today are looking for businesses that help people and protect the environment.  To address this need, your membership also includes membership in Accessibility International and Sustainability International.

 

Why IAA membership is important for your business.

 

When it comes to your business, everything you do on the Internet is done to get your business noticed.  You hope that your website, and social media accounts will attract attention and help someone to become your customer.

 

The Internet is a great place to market your business, but the competition is fierce.  Do you get frustrated knowing that your small business has to compete for customers with huge global companies? 

 

Because you are working with limited resources, you have to provide even more paths for your business to be discovered by new customers.  And when they find you, you have to quickly give them good reasons why they should entrust you with their business. 

 

Please, if you want more new customers to find your business, learn how the International Association Alliance can help your business connect with those customers.  You have to be creative with your marketing, giving potential customers unique ways to find your business.

 

When a potential new customer searches for your business, they use a search engine, either Google, Bing, Yahoo, or one of the others.   Google is the most prominent search and two of Google’s top-ranking factors for any website are BACKLINKS, and CONTENT.

 

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31 Stylish Face Masks for Your Wedding During Covid19

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Earthy Autumnal Wedding at Casa Cody in Palm Springs *

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Whimsical Modern Carnegie Museum of Art Pittsburgh Wedding *

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Vibrant Destination Mallorca Indian Wedding at Es Lloquet *

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Beautiful and Intentional Outdoor Vermont Wedding

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The three Fs of vegan wedding menu planning: filling, flavors, and fotos *

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Creative and Unique Safari Park Wedding

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Vintage Inspired Wedding in El Korah Shrine *

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Lavish Backyard Wedding With Multiple Days of Events

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Best Amazon Decorations for Your Backyard Wedding Reception *

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Kinfolk-Inspired Wedding at Ferme Gerquesalle *

Don’t mind us, we’ll be blasting Taylor Swift’s “Invisible String” while we cry over these photos. Ismaëlla and Aurelie’s kinfolk-inspired wedding at Ferme Gerquesalle in France is oh so dreamy and we can’t get enough. Between Ismaella’s Manon Gontero long-sleeved...

Your Guide to Body Positivity in Wedding Dress Shopping *

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Unique And Powerful Proper Hotel Wedding *

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9 Ways to Personalize Your Wedding Ceremony *

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Fall Utah Mountain Wedding at Log Haven *

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How to Decrease Your Time on Social Media and be Productive *

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Green wedding favors for your eco-friendly offbeat wedding *

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Enchanting, Chilly, And Fashion-Forward Florence Evening Wedding *

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This Dallas Wedding Inspo at The Olana is a Dose of Elegance *

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Naturally Beautiful French Chateau de Varennes Wedding *

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These 6 chemistry ceremonies show off your chemistry at the altar *

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How I minimized hurt feelings at my micro wedding *

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Playful Garden-Inspired Italian Summer Wedding *

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Dazzling and Extravagant Guernsey Channel Island Wedding *

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7 Wedding Signs You Definitely Need At Your Wedding *

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Maine Bed and Breakfast Elopement Packages *

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Elegantly Minimalist Durban Backyard Wedding *

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Romantic Fairytale California Wedding at Laughing Canyon *

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Elegant And Meaningful Outdoor Weekend Wedding *

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Fairy Tale Norway Elopement Despite A Pandemic *

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Planning a wedding during plague time *

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Amazing New Hampshire Wedding Venues *

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Creative + Modern Chinese Wedding at Hummingbird Nest Ranch *

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Can I call it a “wedding” if we’re already legally married? *

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Unique Private Vow Ceremony At Cornerstone Sonoma *

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Ethereal Welsh Marquee Wedding in Bae Ceredigion *

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Island Chic Hawaiian Garden Wedding at Kualoa Ranch *

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Dark And Moody Western Elegance Wedding Inspiration Shoot *

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San Miguel de Allende Wedding at Belmond Casa de Sierra Nevada *

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Forest Meets Ocean in This Big Sur Micro Wedding *

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Invite dad to my wedding, if they don’t like my fiancé?*

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Lavish And Elegant Ballroom Wedding *

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Ocean Views Meet Greenhouse Warmth In Orchid Farm Wedding *

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Dreamy Malteze Santorini Island Elopement *

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Big Fake Wedding Charleston’s Take On Swiss Alps Inspiration *

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Tropical Chic Kima Tulum Destination Wedding *

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Glamorous Wonderland In Uluwatu Bali Wedding *

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Intimate and Artistic Race and Religious New Orleans Wedding *

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Fairytale Chateau Neercanne Wedding *

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Fun, Heartfelt, and Intentional Warehouse Wedding

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Create Stories That Engage People and Move Them to Act *

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Brigi and Bianka’s Dramatic Icelandic Seaside Elopement *

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Romantic And Intimate Wedding In The Abbey of San Pietro *

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Seriously Romantic Kelowna Cabin Elopement *

From the clear, glassy lake to the tall pine trees, this romantic cabin elopement is not only stunning, but also sustainable. Sydney and Mark, and a few other couples, worked with pop-up elopement team Elope BC to split the cost and waste of a traditional wedding....

Spanish Themed Wedding Inspiration Shoot At A Swiss Castle *

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Email Makes Your Content the Digital Marketing King! *

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Is Your Business Customer Focused or Operations Focused *

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Is Your Digital Marketing Strategy Finding Your Audience? *

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Magical Neutral Palette ARCA Tulum Wedding *

Now that the weather is warming up once again, we can’t seem to get enough of Mexico weddings. Mezcal, palm trees, and sand in your toes–what more could you ask for? Kari and Matt’s magical neutral palette Tulum wedding at ARCA Tulum had all of this and more. After...

Wedding invitation wording during covid-19 *

"Love is patient but we aren't" email invitation from Greenvelope Hi Offbeat Bride! I'm getting married to my partner at the end of May 2021. We are hopeful that we will be able to have some sort of reception in may, but we're also realistic about a possible "3rd...

Gorgeous Rainy Day Bower Estate Wedding *

Gorgeous Rainy Day Bower Estate Wedding While many couples fear rain on their wedding day, it’s actually considered good luck in many cultures. And Jordan and Deshaun’s rainy day Bower Estate wedding is proof that not only is this true, but rain also makes for some...

Unique And Urban Milan Elopement *

  This unique, urban elopement is sure to take a piece of your heart. This couple wanted a day that authentically celebrated their love in the place where it all started. To say we’re obsessed is an understatement. Starting with a stroll through Milan—the city...

Camp Themed Wedding Inspiration from Big Fake Wedding Austin *

The outdoors are calling with this incredible Big Fake Wedding inspiration shoot. This event’s theme can be summed up in two words—happy camper. Using elements like lanterns, arrows, maps, and “wood-grain everything” the team set up a camp themed wedding to mirror the...

Sorry you’re not invited: Announcements for a covid wedding *

This offbeat marriage announcement is from our pals at Green Envelope I’m the mother of the bride — I want to send out an announcement about my daughter's wedding, but I want to include a simple statement of why the recipient was not invited due to concerns about...

Are naked engagement photos a thing now? *

Typically, most proposals and engagements happen between Thanksgiving and Valentine's Day, which means we're about to head into engagement photo season. Insert the gauzy shots of couples smiling at each other, and the photos of folks holding hands in the park, with...

How to have a romantic polyamorous triad wedding *

David, Jolene, and Stephani had their polyamorous triad wedding in Austin, TX. The three partners have been together for six years, functioning as an open triad. This means they have other partners, and they practice what's known as kitchen table polyamory — the...

Vintage carnival vibes at historic amusement park wedding *

Photos by Karlin Villondo Photography Offbeat partner: Caitlin Offbeat partner: Scott Date and location of wedding: Glen Echo Park in Glen Echo, Maryland — May 12, 2018 Our offbeat wedding at a glance: I had gone to so many "country chic" weddings leading up to ours...

Vintage-Inspired DIY Train Wedding *

Photos by Black, White and Raw Photography When their original venue canceled due to COVID-19 restrictions, Lerin and Brian were left scrambling to look for a reception for their train wedding. Then, the Red Caboose Motel stepped up and offered the couple train cars...

This Magical Full Moon Wedding at Locust Hall Is Bewitching *

Pri and Reggie’s full moon wedding at Locust Hall is proof that parents usually know best. After the couple’s parents spotted the venue, they knew it was the perfect place to tie the knot. The couple said “I do” in a ceremony that featured sweeping countryside views,...

11 Steps to Receiving Better Customer Feedback *

Would You Like to Improve Your Feedback?   There’s an old adage that “You can’t fix what you don’t know about”. In the digital age, customer feedback is more important than ever.  It’s exciting to see so many companies do post-purchase customer surveys.  However,...

A Cuban-American Moonrise Kingdom-themed retro wedding *

Photos by Ryan Arnst Offbeat partners: Krystal & Ian Date and location of wedding: Curtiss Mansion in Miami Springs, FL — 02/02/2020 Our offbeat wedding at a glance: Our wedding was a Moonrise Kingdom-themed epic night in which we celebrated everything and...

5 Things To Say Yes To During Wedding Planning

We have previously discussed 5 things that you shouldn’t say no to when planning your wedding. We will be discussing some opportunities that you should not miss if they present themselves. It can be difficult to plan your wedding. You will need to organize, pack,...
How to Incorporate Your Personal Style Into Your Wedding

How to Incorporate Your Personal Style Into Your Wedding

4 Ways To Incorporate Your Personal Style Into Your Wedding   There are many ways you can incorporate your personal style into the wedding gown, regardless of what type of dress you choose. Your hairstyle, makeup, accessories, and attire should all be unique to ....

Vintage Inspired Kenai River Destination Wedding

Vintage Inspired Kenai River Destination Wedding

Brandon and Kristyn blended their eclectic style into an absolutely gorgeous Wes Anderson meets vintage romance Cusack’s on the Kenai River destination wedding. Their big day was just as much about the rich autumn colors, bold retro statements, and playful handmade...

6 Ways to Beat the Heat at a Summer Wedding

Summer is the season for some of my favorite weddings – there’s not a cloud in the sky and guests seem to let loose just a little bit more, taking that extra vacation time to celebrate at weddings full of color and cool summertime ideas. How do you beat the heat at a...

Classy and Funky Bread Bar Wedding

Free-spirited, colorful, fun, and bursting with personality—Jess and Libby’s Bread Bar wedding was the perfect combination of classy and funky. The couple along–with their planner Kendra Kimball–made sure to tie in their love for family, travel, music, and food into...

10 Beach Wedding Ideas to Make Your Event the Best

It’s no wonder that so many couples want to get married on the beach—between the sun, the sand, and the ocean breeze, a seaside ceremony can seem like a truly magical event. But planning a wedding in your own hometown can be challenging, so how can you make sure you...

Charming and Intimate Stable Cafe Wedding

Charming and Intimate Stable Cafe Wedding

Charming and Intimate Stable Cafe Wedding After such a long time apart due to the pandemic, what Beth and Patrick really wanted was to have a relaxed and intimate celebration at their favorite restaurant—treating their family and friends to a delicious feast and an...

5 Things To Say Yes To During Wedding Planning

5 Things To Say Yes To During Wedding Planning

We have previously discussed 5 things that you shouldn’t say no to when planning your wedding. We will be discussing some opportunities that you should not miss if they present themselves. It can be difficult to plan your wedding. You will need to organize, pack,...

Scottish Castle Wedding at Dunskey Estate

Scottish Castle Wedding at Dunskey Estate

Scottish Castle Wedding at Dunskey Estate   Kiela and Derrick’s beautiful and misty Scottish castle wedding was something straight out of a fairytale. Home to an Edwardian Castle with stately grounds, gorgeous gardens, enchanting woodlands, and panoramic views of...

How to Incorporate Your Personal Style Into Your Wedding

13 Incredible Vermont Wedding Venues

From mountain retreats to a unique Lake Champlain venue, here are 13 favorites. Basin Harbor The state of Vermont may be on the smaller side, but that hardly means the Green Mountain State doesn't pack a big 'wow' factor, especially when it comes to the best Vermont...

Beautifully Intimate Joshua Tree Micro Wedding

Beautifully Intimate Joshua Tree Micro Wedding

Beautifully Intimate Joshua Tree Micro Wedding There’s something enchanting about tying the knot in the heart of the desert, surrounded by your closest friends, family, and the beautiful cacti-filled landscape. When it came time to plan their wedding, Chara and Peter...

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