#50: Planning and Risk Mitigation: Why Wedding Planning Is More Than A Design Board with Loni Peterson

In this episode of Now That I’m Engaged, How Do I Get Married?, Kevin Dennis and August Yocher sit down with Loni Peterson, owner of LP Creative Events and a professor at the University of Colorado Boulder, to talk about why wedding planning is about so much more than a design board.Loni shares how inspiration tools like Pinterest are only the starting point and why logistics, backup plans, and risk mitigation are what truly protect the wedding day experience. From navigating environmental challenges and tight timelines to prioritizing guest comfort and vendor preparedness, this conversation helps couples understand what happens behind the scenes of a seamless celebration.They also discuss why booking a planner early matters, the limitations of “day-of coordination,” and how asking the right questions can help couples feel confident and supported throughout the planning process.Loni Peterson is a seasoned business owner and full-time professor in the Advertising, PR, and Design Department at the University of Colorado Boulder, blending real-world event experience with academic insight through planning, speaking, and education.HighlightsWhy logistics matter just as much as aestheticsBuilding backup plans into your wedding from the startHow thoughtful planning improves guest experienceWhy “day-of coordination” often isn’t enoughQuestions couples should ask to ensure vendor reliabilityConnect with Loni:WebsiteInstagramLinkedInConnect with LP Creative Events: WebsiteInstagramTikTokConnect with Kevin & August:WebsiteInstagramYouTubeTikTokPinterestLinkedIn