Meet the awesome franchise coaches at Complete Weddings + Events! They’re here to help new franchises hit the ground running. From offering expert guidance to sharing insider tips, they’ll support you every step of the way. Get to know the dedicated team helping you build a thriving business!
Kevin Paladino, Franchise Business Coach
Previous Experience: Complete Weddings + Events Texas Owner 2013-2022
Awards and Certifications: 3x Complete Weddings + Events franchise star award winner, 2019 Best Networker (Voted by Austin Wedding Professional Peers), Crossfit & Triathlon Coach Certified
Favorite Thing about Coaching: Building authentic relationships and journeying with owners in business and in life.
Favorite Inspirational Books: The Infinite Game, Outlive, Anatomy of the Soul
Favorite Sports Team: Texas A&M Aggies & Kansas City Chiefs
Hobbies: Run, Bike, Swim, Yoga, Hybrid Strength Training, Snow Skiing, Wake Surfing, Rucking, #1 – Ultra Marathoning (running distances over 26.2 miles)
Favorite Local Spot: Papa V’s Pizza – Lubbock Texas. Their gluten-free double pepperoni is the boom.
Favorite Thing About the Wedding Industry: The satisfaction that comes with generating raving fans on the most special of days through exemplary customer service and experiences.
Fun Fact: Every year on my birthday, I challenge myself to do something physically/mentally challenging. This year I swam 5700 meters or approx. 3.5 miles, (2 hours 10 mins) 100 meters for every year. This is right in line with a motto that resonates with me = “It’s a privilege to suffer”
Advice to Inspiring Business Owners: Set realistic expectations, specifically when it comes to growth. And be conservative when it comes to how much profit you plan to pull out of business, especially in the first couple years. Be humble and teachable every day and asking for clarity and help … its a sign of strength, not weakness.
Wade Nelson, Franchise Business Coach
Previous Experience: Complete Weddings + Events Franchise Owner 1990-2022, Band Director 1985-1989
Awards and Certifications: 2002 Complete Weddings + Events Franchise of The Year, Complete Weddings + Events Hall of Fame Member
Favorite Thing about Coaching: Helping owners grow their business.
Favorite Inspirational Quote: “Don’t sweat the small stuff- it’s all small stuff.”
Favorite Sports Team: Nebraska Cornhuskers and Kansas City Chiefs
Hobbies: I’m a woodwind and brass guy, but at home, I play keyboards, guitar, and drums.
Favorite Local Spot: Anywhere I go with my spouse, Bridget :-)
Favorite Thing About the Wedding Industry: The people
Fun Fact: I used to be able to touch my elbows behind my back. I almost still can, but I guess I’m too old.
Advice to Inspiring Business Owners: It’s the most frustrating, challenging, and rewarding thing you’ll ever do.
Christian Maas, Onboarding Coach & Training Manager
Previous Experience: Complete Weddings + Events Product Manager 2021-2025, Complete Weddings + Events Omaha Ops/General Manager 2021-2023, Complete Weddings + Events DJ 2015-2021
Awards and Certifications: Complete Weddings + Events Omaha DJ of the Year
Favorite Thing about Coaching: Helping people improve their business to help them improve their life. I believe your work is supposed to improve your life, not the other way around. I enjoy giving owners access to the knowledge of 50 years of experience to leapfrog them into a successful business that allows them a happy and healthy life!
Favorite Inspirational Book: EntreLeadership by Dave Ramsey
Favorite Sports Team: Nebraska Cornhuskers– GBR!
Hobbies: Sports & movies
Favorite Local Spot: Fizzy’s
Fun Fact: My wife and I found our wedding venue at an event where I was the DJ and she was a photo booth attendant.
Advice to Inspiring Business Owners: If you decide to own a business, understand that it’s not easy. I often hear people say, “I want to be my own boss.” My response is always, why? Owning a business is not a shortcut to working less, making more money, or indulging yourself. If that’s your reason for getting into business ownership, you’re mistaken. Those who achieve success do so after years of building strong leadership and developing the right team to run the business effectively. If you’re considering starting a franchise or your own business, make sure your focus is on helping others—because by doing so, you’ll ultimately help yourself.
The Complete Weddings + Events Coaches are Here to Help
Our franchise coaches are a passionate group, dedicated to helping new owners launch and grow successful businesses. Want to learn more about our team and franchises? Follow us on Instagram and Facebook at @completewedo. We can’t wait to connect and support you on your journey. Reach out today to get started with Complete Weddings + Events!
