Anne Turner
Editor-in-Chief | Southwest Weddings Magazine
- Role
- Editor-in-chief at Southwest Weddings
- Location
- Albuquerque, NM, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Anne Turner
As the Editor-in-Chief for Southwest Weddings and New Mexico Weddings, I lead a vibrant advertising agency dedicated to connection and promoting talented wedding professionals across our region. Based in Albuquerque, New Mexico, we specialize in creating powerful marketing opportunities and fostering meaningful relationships within the wedding industry.I am a communications and engagement professional who has spent over 12 years writing engaging content and 10 years marketing for small business and non-profits, with a proven track record of helping brands tell their stories. My background includes over 12 years of work in the public and non-profit sectors, where I developed a deep understanding of mission-driven communications and relationship-building strategies.With my combined experience and passion for elevating brands, I’m committed to helping wedding professionals thrive through strategic advertising, community-driven events, and innovative marketing initiatives. At Wedding Collective, we take pride in our role as industry connectors—bringing together couples and vendors to create unforgettable wedding experiences.Whether you’re a wedding vendor seeking visibility or a couple planning your dream day, I’m excited to be part of your journey. Let’s connect!
Experience
Editor-in-chief
Feb 2025 — Present · Albuquerque, NM, US
As the Editor-in-Chief and CEO of Southwest Weddings (formerly Wedding Collective New Mexico + Colorado), I oversee all aspects of our operations, from strategic planning to daily management. My primary focus is on developing and implementing advertising and marketing strategies that connect wedding professionals with engaged couples, creating a collaborative and thriving community for the wedding industry.I lead a team dedicated to delivering impactful advertising services and curating events that foster meaningful relationships among industry professionals. Through our innovative marketing campaigns and community-driven initiatives, I help businesses in the wedding industry grow their brands, enhance their visibility, and achieve long-term success.As CEO, my mission is to empower wedding professionals and vendors through collaboration, visibility, and strategic marketing solutions, ensuring that every business we work with feels supported and seen.
Education
Utah Valley University
Bachelor's degree, English
2007 — 2012
Brigham Young University
Master of Arts (M.A.) English, English
2012 — 2014
The University of New Mexico
PhD Candidate, Writing and Rhetoric
2018 — 2025
Skills
- Writing
- Research
- Editing
- Copy Editing
- Literature
- Teaching
- Tutoring
- Leadership
- Social Media Marketing
- Blogging
- Higher Education
- Proofreading
- Social Media
- Books
- Publications
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