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When the Publicist Becomes the Parent: Meghan Ely on the Journey Behind the Brand

Balancing business ownership with motherhood is a topic that doesn’t get enough air time—especially in the event industry, where boundaries are blurry and expectations are high.

With that, I recently joined Meredith Jane on the Wedding Industry Mama podcast for an episode titled “When the Publicist Becomes the Parent,” where I reflected on how stepping into parenthood reshaped the way I lead, communicate, and navigate business ownership.

Meghan Ely featured on the Wedding Industry Mama podcast with host Meredith Jane

This conversation isn’t about strategy or PR plans. It’s about identity, grace, and learning to let go of the idea that everything has to be perfect all the time. Meredith created space for a thoughtful and candid discussion, and I’m grateful for the opportunity to share a different side of my story—one that often remains behind the scenes.

In this episode, we explore:

  • The internal identity shifts that come with becoming a parent
  • How personal growth impacts professional leadership
  • What I’ve learned about letting go of perfectionism

You can listen to the full episode below or wherever you get your podcasts:

👉 Episode 3 – When the Publicist Becomes the Parent

If the conversation resonates, I’d love if you’d share it with a fellow parent in the industry who might appreciate a little solidarity. And if you’re curious about my speaking work in the wedding and event space, you can also view my profile on Wedding Industry Speakers.

Photo Credit: Tracey Autem Photography

Meghan Ely

Regarded as one of the leading wedding publicists in the US, Meghan Ely combines in-the-trenches event experience with a love of wedding PR. She has earned coverage for her clients with the New York Times, People, Brides, Bridal Guide, The Knot, Martha Stewart Weddings, CNN Money, and more. She is a WeddingPro Expert and long-time contributor to Catersource.com and SpecialEvents.com.