East Coast Wedding Professionals
MISSION STATEMENT

The mission of the East Coast Wedding Professionals is to provide licensed, qualified & reputable vendors as the Ultimate Wedding Service Resource on the East Coast

The East Coast Wedding Professionals, an Association of wedding service providers, will form a solid network to promote its members to the bridal couple planning a wedding in Delaware and Maryland and to one another. The educational programs provided to WPCF's Members enhance their professionalism, provide knowledge about the specific services of other Members and establish a spirit of friendly cooperation among all Members, especially those who perform the same category of service.

The Association strives to be the industry authority on Maryland and Delaware weddings, provides educational programs for local couples planning their special event, provides a social outlet for its members outside the realm of the wedding-related business, and uses its influence and resources to benefit the community beyond the wedding industry.

East Coast Wedding Professionals
CODE OF ETHICS

Each member of ECWPA shall signify their intentions and willingness to abide by the Code of Ethics issued upon membership acceptance. A copy of the Code of Ethics will be suitable for display in a prominent location at each business establishment.

The Member, having been accepted into membership in ECWPA , does hereby subscribe without reservation to this Code of Ethics and does solemnly agree that They Shall :

1. At all times avoid the use of unfair competitive practices as determined by any court of competent jurisdiction, the Federal Anti-Trust laws and related statutes.
2. Endeavor to enhance and ennoble the status of the wedding profession by maintaining a dignity of manner in behavior in the presentation of trade services, in the appearance of an establishment or place of business and in all other forms of public contact.
3. Observe the highest standard of honesty in all transactions, avoiding the use of false titles, confusing or inaccurate technical terms or descriptions, misleading terms and claims and/or false or deceptive advertising.
4. Show a friendly spirit of cooperation with fellow wedding professionals and assist them whenever possible.
5. Be encouraged to assist and share knowledge with the members of their profession and shall encourage them individually and collectively so that the quality of service may constantly be raised to higher standards, not withstanding divulging trade secrets, patents, etc., or other business techniques that would be damaging to the respective business enterprises.