Become a Member
Rhode Island Wedding Group (RIWG) is an association of established wedding professionals devoted to connecting couples with high-quality service providers and connecting industry professionals with their ideal clients through networking, collaboration, and education.
About Membership
Membership is limited to two businesses per wedding specialty (with the exception of venues)
to ensure quality and to simplify choices for our couples.
To be considered for membership, professionals must meet the following requirements:
Four years in business/experience (in their applying category).
Be a full-time wedding industry professional
Be fully insured and licensed according to industry laws and standards.
Conduct a substantial amount of business with Rhode Island clients and vendors.
Must attend two member meetings prior to applying
For those professionals who meet our requirements and subscribe to our Code of Ethics, the Rhode Island Wedding Group can offer an unprecedented opportunity to grow your business and stay at the forefront of the wedding industry.
If you meet these categories, we welcome you to apply to become a member!
Frequently Asked Questions
HOW ARE APPLICANTS CHOSEN?
Applications for membership are reviewed by our membership director who presents the applicant to the board of directors.
ARE ALL APPLICANTS ACCEPTED INTO THE RIWG?
No, applicants are screened based on professionalism, products/services, experience, and reputation. We are dedicated to maintaining a balance of passionate and experienced wedding professionals.
WHAT IS THE COST?
As of 2025, yearly dues are $300,
with a one-time application fee of $100.
IF I KNOW A RIWG MEMBER, DOES THAT MEAN I AM AUTOMATICALLY ACCEPTED?
No. We will continue to use the same standards of assessing membership qualifications. We will also rely on the personal experience of a referring RIWG member or an in-person interview to assess those qualifications.
WHEN ARE MEETINGS?
Bi-Weekly on Tuesdays.
Typically mornings from 9:30-11:30am, or evenings 5-7pm.
Meeting locations vary. .
Benefits of Joining the Rhode Island Wedding Group
Exposure
We market all RIWG members via social media, wedding shows, our own events, email marketing, online and print advertising
Education
Guest speakers and educational opportunities will be presented at meetings and networking events
Networking
Bi-Weekly meetings, site visits, client appreciation events, Board membership or joining a committee are all very important to the success of a RIWG member.
Growth
Members are committed and encouraged to share referrals to other members to increase revenue.
Ready to become a member?
Fill out our membership application here.
If you haven’t attended any of our meetings or social events, we encourage you to join us and meet the group.
Refer to our meeting schedule here.
For more information, reach out directly: riweddinggroup@gmail.com