052: Jove Meyer
PLANNER LIFE PODCAST
052: Jove Meyer
"If you have a calling, a passion, if there's a voice telling you to do something, you have to listen to it."
"Love is what's right. And we all know someone in our world, in our life, professionally or personally, who is a person of color, who is a person with a disability, who is gay or queer, who is transgender, who is Jewish. Like we know these people." - Jove Meyer
Embracing Inclusivity and Creativity with Jove Meyer
This week’s guest is Jove Meyer, Jove Meyer, Owner and Creative Director of Jove Meyer Events. Jove is a prominent figure in the wedding planning industry, known for his vibrant and inclusive approach to events. Jove shares his journey from humble beginnings to becoming a celebrated wedding planner, emphasizing the importance of inclusivity, creativity, and authenticity in the wedding industry.
Jove Meyer is a true visionary of joy for the spaces we call home and the ones that house life's biggest moments. He crafts a vivid colorful world inspired by his clients who dare to be different. Known for bold colors, patterns and unique designs, Jov's work in events and interiors has been featured in Vogue, Domino, the New York Times, the Magnolia Network and Rachel Ray Magazine.
Harper's Bazaar, Brides and Over the Moon have named him one of the top wedding planners in the world. You may catch Jov on Good Morning America or recently the Today Show, as well as read his new column in The Knot Magazine. We didn't get a chance to talk about it, but Jove is also the host of a popular podcast, Weddings -ish with Jove.
We dive into this more in the episode, but Jove has really set out to build a global design firm antithetical to his conservative and rigid upbringing by encouraging authenticity, celebrating diversity, and empowering marginalized communities. He is a fierce advocate and someone I really look up to. Jove shares about his ally pledge that he requires all creative partners to sign, vowing them to choose love over hate.
In this Episode:
Jove reflects on his early career and the influences that shaped his path.
The challenges he faced and the perseverance required to establish his own business.
How his passion and hustle kept his career growing and evolving.
Memorable moments and milestones in his career, including working with high-profile clients.
Jove discusses his approach to wedding planning, focusing on personalization and attention to detail.
The significance of understanding and interpreting clients' visions to create unique and unforgettable events.
Anecdotes from some of his most remarkable weddings, highlighting creativity and innovation.
Jove shares the story behind his Ally Pledge and its evolution.
The necessity of promoting inclusivity and diversity in the wedding industry.
Real-life experiences that underscored the importance of standing up against discrimination and hate.
The value of following one's passion and starting small.
Encouragement to embrace creativity and take risks in design and planning.
"If you have a calling, a passion, if there's a voice telling you to do something, you have to listen to it." - Jove Meyer
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Be well and happy planning!
xo, Heather