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Today, Andy's guest is Nikki Khan, the Founder of Exquisite Events, specializing in South Asian weddings out of Los Angeles and working worldwide. Listen as Nikki shares how meditation helps her stay grounded, how the pandemic has changed her perspective on time spent with family and the way they enjoy each other's company, and to never take things for granted, plus much more on this episode of The Wedding Biz. Nikki shares how she spends her days now versus how they were spent before the pandemic, the walks she takes, and how she spends time noticing the beauty of nature. Nikki also talks about the fun she had planning micro weddings for her two youngest sons, the joy she felt watching her grandkids on the dance floor, and how she took time to appreciate each moment with family.  Nikki believes that smaller, more intimate weddings will be the focus in 2021, but she hopes that by 2022 the larger events will be back in full force. The weddings may be smaller, but Nikki shared she will not slash her prices. The time and effort she puts into each detail won't change; smaller is sometimes better. Have you heard about the brand new show on The Wedding Biz Network,  Stop and Smell the Roses with Preston Bailey? Listen as Preston shares the secrets, tools, and technologies behind his extraordinary ability to create a theatrical environment out of any space. Also, don't forget about Sean Low's podcast  The Business of Being Creative, where Sean discusses the power of being niched, pricing strategies, metrics of success, and so much more. You can find both shows on The Wedding Biz Network.   SUPPORTING THE WEDDING BIZ Become a patron and support Andy and the show: If you are so inspired: contribute.    Show Highlights: [02:42] Welcome back to the show, Nikki! [04:23] Nikki shares that meditation keeps her grounded and helps her immensely. [07:40] Nikki believes that meditating multiple times a day keeps you humble and gives you perspective. [09:20] Nikki speaks about how the pandemic has affected her business and her personal life. [11:34] Nikki shares about a canceled wedding one week before the event because of the COVID shutdown. [14:57] What is a day like for you now versus pre-pandemic? [18:10] Nikki has a very exciting venture coming up that they will launch in a few months. [19:09] Nikki discusses planning mico weddings for her two sons in 2020 and the joy of watching her grandkids on the dance floor and savoring each moment. [20:54] Nikki believes that initially, weddings are going to be smaller and more intimate post-pandemic. [22:51] How do you think this will affect pricing? [25:22] From a business perspective, Nikki would love the big weddings to come back, and she believes they will be in 2022. [27:37] Thank you so much for being on the show!   RESOURCES   Find Nikki: Exquisite Events  Nikki Khan Episode 40 on The Wedding Biz @xquisiteevents Instagram | Facebook | Twitter @exquisevents Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn   Follow The Wedding Biz on Social:  The Wedding Biz The Wedding Biz on Instagram: @theweddingbiz The Wedding Biz on Facebook: @theweddingbiz   The Wedding Biz Network The Music Makers   Support The Wedding Biz by clicking here.    Title Sponsor: This episode is sponsored by Kushner Entertainment  www.KushnerEntertainment.com

Today, Andy's guest is Nikki Khan, the Founder of Exquisite Events, specializing in South Asian weddings out of Los Angeles and working worldwide. Listen as Nikki shares how meditation helps her stay grounded, how the pandemic has changed her perspective on time spent with family and the way they enjoy each other's company, and to never take things for granted, plus much more on this episode of The Wedding Biz. Nikki shares how she spends her days now versus how they were spent before the pandemic, the walks she takes, and how she spends time noticing the beauty of nature. Nikki also talks about the fun she had planning micro weddings for her two youngest sons, the joy she felt watching her grandkids on the dance floor, and how she took time to appreciate each moment with family.  Nikki believes that smaller, more intimate weddings will be the focus in 2021, but she hopes that by 2022 the larger events will be back in full force. The weddings may be smaller, but Nikki shared she will not slash her prices. The time and effort she puts into each detail won't change; smaller is sometimes better. Have you heard about the brand new show on The Wedding Biz Network, <a href="https://theweddingbiznetwork.com/all-network-episodes/stop-and-smell-the-roses-1-welcome-to-stop-and-smell-the-roses-with-preston-bailey-presented-by-fmi-farms/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Stop and Smell the Roses</a> with Preston Bailey? Listen as Preston shares the secrets, tools, and technologies behind his extraordinary ability to create a theatrical environment out of any space. Also, don't forget about Sean Low's podcast <a href="https://theweddingbiznetwork.com/all-network-episodes/the-business-of-being-creative-35-storytelling/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> The Business of Being Creative</a>, where Sean discusses the power of being niched, pricing strategies, metrics of success, and so much more. You can find both shows on <a href="https://theweddingbiznetwork.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Wedding Biz Network</a>. SUPPORTING THE WEDDING BIZ Become a <a href="https://www.patreon.com/TheWeddingBizNetwork" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">patron</a> and support Andy and the show: If you are so inspired: <a href="https://www.patreon.com/TheWeddingBizNetwork" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">contribute</a>.  Show Highlights: [02:42] Welcome back to the show, Nikki! [04:23] Nikki shares that meditation keeps her grounded and helps her immensely. [07:40] Nikki believes that meditating multiple times a day keeps you humble and gives you perspective. [09:20] Nikki speaks about how the pandemic has affected her business and her personal life. [11:34] Nikki shares about a canceled wedding one week before the event because of the COVID shutdown. [14:57] What is a day like for you now versus pre-pandemic? [18:10] Nikki has a very exciting venture coming up that they will launch in a few months. [19:09] Nikki discusses planning mico weddings for her two sons in 2020 and the joy of watching her grandkids on the dance floor and savoring each moment. [20:54] Nikki believes that initially, weddings are going to be smaller and more intimate post-pandemic. [22:51] How do you think this will affect pricing? [25:22] From a business perspective, Nikki would love the big weddings to come back, and she believes they will be in 2022. [27:37] Thank you so much for being on the show! RESOURCES Find Nikki: <a href="https://www.exquisevents.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Exquisite Events</a> <a href="https://theweddingbiz.com/nikki-khan-creating-exquisite-south-asian-weddings/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Nikki Khan Episode 40</a> on The Wedding Biz @xquisiteevents <a href="https://www.instagram.com/accounts/login/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> | <a href="https://www.facebook.com/exquisevents" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/XquisiteEvents" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a> @exquisevents <a href="https://www.facebook.com/exquisevents/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> | <a href="https://www.instagram.com/accounts/login/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> | <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/exquisite-events" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a> Follow The Wedding Biz on Social:  <a href="https://theweddingbiz.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Wedding Biz</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/weddingbizshow/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Wedding Biz on Instagram: @theweddingbiz</a> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/WeddingBizShow/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Wedding Biz on Facebook: @theweddingbiz</a> <a href="https://theweddingbiznetwork.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Wedding Biz Network</a> <a href="http://www.themusicmakers.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Music Makers</a> Support The Wedding Biz by clicking <a href="https://www.patreon.com/TheWeddingBizNetwork" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>.  Title Sponsor: This episode is sponsored by Kushner Entertainment<a href="http://www.kushnerentertainment.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> </a> <a href="http://www.kushnerentertainment.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.KushnerEntertainment.com</a>

327 A Conversation With: NIKKI KHAN

So far on the Wedding Biz, we have had multiple perspectives on planning and executing traditional Western weddings. Therefore, I am incredibly thrilled to bring you Nikki Khan, founder of L.A-based Exquisite Events. Nikki has found her place as the luxury wedding planner for traditional, yet magical South Asian weddings. The scale of Nikki’s events can be difficult to wrap your mind around. For some perspective, her own wedding had over 1,000 guests! Luxury South Asian weddings are multi-day events filled with spectacular design, entertainment, ceremony, and family. Nikki has the right mixture of business savvy, taste, and attention to detail to be able to pull off events of this scale. The daughter of a Pakistani diplomat, Nikki grew up with an international perspective and multiple cultural influences. She attended finishing school in Switzerland, and while her family was living in Europe, she was able to travel all over. These travels filled Nikki with a sense of awe that she uses as fuel for her splendid events. However, Nikki was not always determined to be in the wedding business. She was almost a nutritionist! Knowing her passions were found in entertaining and producing masterful events, Nikki started in the business a bit later than most of us—after her own children were older! Now her daughter is right by her side as an executive for Exquisite Events. Pulling off a multi-day event like a South Asian wedding boils down to the details. Nikki keeps herself grounded amidst the multiple events, ceremonies, and receptions that comprise a South Asian wedding by meditating on what really matters. Nikki has always placed her family foremost in her life, and at the heart of every wedding are two families joining together forever. She cherishes the valuable connection of family and builds a sense of worth into every detail from the moment the doors open. The word Nikki uses most often to describe these events is “magical,” and I know you will agree once you hear all of what Nikki has to share. “It’s all about the details in weddings, and I am a stickler for details!” –Nikki Khan Show Highlights: Nikki shares her international experiences and cultural Pakistani and Swiss influences on her style. One trip across countries that do not exist anymore was formative and awe-inspiring for Nikki. Nikki’s father was a source of inspiration for entertaining others in her business. Learn all about the Swiss finishing school that taught Nikki the skill she needed to put on high-end weddings and events. Nikki listened to her inner voice and chose a career path counter to her parent’s wishes.  Nikki’s heart was not in nutrition. It’s in weddings. Discover the story of Nikki’s own 1,000 guest wedding! Family is important for Nikki, so she did not start her business until her children were older. Hear the story of Nikki’s first magical event that garnered her future clients. 90% of Nikki’s weddings are South Asian, and she is working all over the world. Nikki also mediates to stay grounded during such intense and high-pressure multi-day events The time investment it takes to put on a typical South Asian wedding. Hear all about Nikki’s favorite wedding. Balance between work and family are paramount for Nikki. Links: Exquisite Events Wildflower Linens  Sim + Aron from Avec Lumiere Productions on Vimeo.  

So far on the Wedding Biz, we have had multiple perspectives on planning and executing traditional Western weddings. Therefore, I am incredibly thrilled to bring you Nikki Khan, founder of L.A-based Exquisite Events. Nikki has found her place as the luxury wedding planner for traditional, yet magical South Asian weddings. The scale of Nikki’s events can be difficult to wrap your mind around. For some perspective, her own wedding had over 1,000 guests! Luxury South Asian weddings are multi-day events filled with spectacular design, entertainment, ceremony, and family. Nikki has the right mixture of business savvy, taste, and attention to detail to be able to pull off events of this scale. The daughter of a Pakistani diplomat, Nikki grew up with an international perspective and multiple cultural influences. She attended finishing school in Switzerland, and while her family was living in Europe, she was able to travel all over. These travels filled Nikki with a sense of awe that she uses as fuel for her splendid events. However, Nikki was not always determined to be in the wedding business. She was almost a nutritionist! Knowing her passions were found in entertaining and producing masterful events, Nikki started in the business a bit later than most of us—after her own children were older! Now her daughter is right by her side as an executive for Exquisite Events. Pulling off a multi-day event like a South Asian wedding boils down to the details. Nikki keeps herself grounded amidst the multiple events, ceremonies, and receptions that comprise a South Asian wedding by meditating on what really matters. Nikki has always placed her family foremost in her life, and at the heart of every wedding are two families joining together forever. She cherishes the valuable connection of family and builds a sense of worth into every detail from the moment the doors open. The word Nikki uses most often to describe these events is “magical,” and I know you will agree once you hear all of what Nikki has to share. “It’s all about the details in weddings, and I am a stickler for details!” –Nikki Khan Show Highlights: Nikki shares her international experiences and cultural Pakistani and Swiss influences on her style. One trip across countries that do not exist anymore was formative and awe-inspiring for Nikki. Nikki’s father was a source of inspiration for entertaining others in her business. Learn all about the Swiss finishing school that taught Nikki the skill she needed to put on high-end weddings and events. Nikki listened to her inner voice and chose a career path counter to her parent’s wishes.  Nikki’s heart was not in nutrition. It’s in weddings. Discover the story of Nikki’s own 1,000 guest wedding! Family is important for Nikki, so she did not start her business until her children were older. Hear the story of Nikki’s first magical event that garnered her future clients. 90% of Nikki’s weddings are South Asian, and she is working all over the world. Nikki also mediates to stay grounded during such intense and high-pressure multi-day events The time investment it takes to put on a typical South Asian wedding. Hear all about Nikki’s favorite wedding. Balance between work and family are paramount for Nikki. Links: Exquisite Events Wildflower Linens  Sim + Aron from Avec Lumiere Productions on Vimeo.

40 NIKKI KHAN: Creating Exquisite South Asian Weddings