Meet the Certified Specialists
Beyond being Certified Specialists, they are professional people who love what they do and share their talent and skills at each celebration, with each client. Get to know them and contact them!
Karina Tagliarini | Hotelier
“The only impossible thing is what you don't try.” I love running from my house to the beach and enjoying the sunrises every morning. My mission as a professional in the Industry is to offer an excellent service in Mexico, creating memorable experiences and events.
Group Sales Manager at Maroma Belmond Hotel Riviera Maya & Casa de Sierra Nevada,
San Miguel de Allende.
Michelle Acosta | Wedding Planner
"Learn to enjoy every minute of your life, be happy now. You are responsible. Don't expect something outside of yourself to make you happy in the future". My mission is that all the work I do transcends into growth both for me and those who collaborate to deliver my dedication and passion in an efficient, productive way, creating experiences of great meaning and intention. I love sing, act, dance, yoga, gardening, I have many hobbies!
Founder & CEO - The Wedd Journey
Wedding Planner Agency
Brenda Flores | Hotelier
"Adventure awaits" I love mixology and sunsets. My mission is to make clients and colleagues fall in love with the romance industry by delivering an upscale service while sharing the very best of México.
Weddings & Events Sales Manager Chileno Bay
Resort & Residences, Auberge Resort Collections.
Los Cabos, México
Patricia Juárez | Hotelier
"Live your life as if it were the last day (Carpe Diem)" My hobbies: putting together puzzles, going to the movies, dancing, reading, spending time with my family. My mission as a professional in the Industry: Provide a service with passion, always putting love and commitment into everything I do, offering unique experiences to my clients in each of their events with a high level of excellence and quality.
Assistant Director of Event Services
Fairmont Mayakoba.
Mariana Echanove | Hotelier
"No matter how high you reach, never lose your essence and humility". One of my great passions is, precisely, the hotel industry. I am also passionate about new professional challenges and I am always open to learning new things about the industry. My hobbies, reading and training (physical exercise) My mission as a professional in the industry is to ensure that our guests receive impeccable, high-level service at the Group's hotels and to help train successful and passionate professionals.
Corporate Sales Director
Grupo Brisas. NIZUC Cancún, Las Brisas y Galeria Plaza.
Magdalena Sosa | Hotelier
"Always use and live the magic words, Thank you, Please and do EVERYTHING with love!" My passion is everything I do every day that leaves me learning and growing every day. My hobby: exercising every day, especially running in open areas whether forest, beach, mountains and enjoying nature.
Weddings & Social Events Manager
NIZUC Resort & SPA
Jessie Rosado | Hotelier
"Always apply these six principles in everything you do in life — passion, vision, preparation, courage, perseverance, and integrity — to set you on your path to success and happiness". My passion is my job and my family. My hobbies are reading books, having long walks in the park, meditation, and learning about skincare. My mission in this Industry: Become a wedding/event planner fully specialized in destinations weddings/events to support couples and all different clients that want to hire a pro to assist with the organization, hiring, purchasing, and management involved with planning a successful wedding/event.
Weddings & Events Coordinator
NIZUC Resort & SPA
Lorena García | Wedding Planner
"Everything happens for a reason!" I love to be with my family and spend time with all of them including my 2 dogs, I’m really passionate about travel and always try to visit new places! My mission: create memorable and unique experiences for each of our couples!
Wedding Planner
Canteiro
Bertha Fricke
“Live every day to the fullest” My hobbies: cooking, wine tasting, DIY Crafts, Flowers! My mission: design and create unique experiences at weddings and events, always seeking to exceed the expectations of the client and their guests to generate impact and unforgettable moments.
Groups & Social Meetings
Canteiro | Planner 1
Freddy Ku | Photographer
"Just for today!" I like Traveling, dancing, music, going to the movies, I like spending time with my family. My mission as a professional in the industry is to capture the best moments of the wedding and make them unforgettable! continue to train and innovate and contribute to the development of the industry.
Founder & CEO
Freddy ku Photography
Lorena Funes | Videographer
“If you can dream it, you can do it.” My hobbies include my love for skating, going to the movies and riding horses. My mission as a profesional in the industry is to treasure every sensation and emotion behind the most important moments in your life. Destination weddings are my passion and my main goal is to capture all my couples’ essence for a memorable experience.
CEO SIP FILMS
Professional Videographer
Kumen Wong | Wedding Planner
"Do good without looking at who" My hobbies: Branding / Photography / Music. My mission is to inspire and help others achieve their dreams and goals in the destination wedding industry, bringing joy and excitement every step of the way.
Co-Founder Amõrem Destination Weddings
Karina Cruz | Hotelier
"Intelligent emotions, wise decisions". I love to eat, I love trying and discovering new restaurants. Do activities in contact with nature. Discover and explore small towns. Sing. My mission: to be a professional who facilitates and guides my clients, always with honesty, kindness and empathy.
Cluster Weddings Manager
Hilton & Waldorf Astoria Cancún
Verónica Zapata | Hotelier
"Live your life to the fullest & Everything happens for a reason". My passion/hobbies: Running is my passion, love horror movies, shopping and spending time with fam & friends. My mission is to live service with passion. To provide exceptional service with integrity and dedication; to engage in continuous learning to enhance my skills and knowledge and to build strong relationships with clients and colleagues.
Wedding Sales Manager
Waldorf Astoria Cancún
Aquileo Che | Hotelier
"The level of passion will determine the result of our success". The Family is without a doubt my greatest Passion; I enjoy the company of each one of us and I am happy to do any activity or hobby in which we are all involved. As a Hospitality Professional: Contribute to improving the quality of life in work spaces that promote work satisfaction and balanced life; promoting care for people, the company, the environment, as well as each and every one with whom we relate and interact.
Stewarding Manager
Waldorf Astoria Cancún
Alexa Urbina | Hotelier
"There is nothing hidden that should not be discovered and nothing secret that should not be known". I love reading, listening to music, connecting with nature, practicing yoga to connect mind, body and spirit, coloring/painting. My mission: connect with guests/clients to understand their ideas and carry them out, creating that magical, unique and special moment that they have dreamed of so much.
Events Coordinator
Hilton & Waldorf Astoria Cancún
Santiago Barahona | Hotelier
“Never give up without having tried” My hobbies: the hospitality, customer service, always fulfilling what is offered, on the other hand. I enjoy the cinema, beach, and family time! My mission: always exceed the expectations of my clients offering a personalized service, taking care of all the needs so that they always leave with a great taste in their mouth and can recommend my services.
Cluster Banquet Manager
Hilton & Waldorf Astoria Cancún
Julio Palma | Hotelier
"The only difference between success and failure is the ability to act". I am fortunate to have a passion/hobby in a single activity, which is audiovisual production. My mission: Generate great experiences and relationships with our clients by satisfying their needs above their expectations.
Audiovisual Supervisor
Inspire Solutions
Kathryn Martínez | Wedding Planner
"Strive and be brave, do not fear or faint, God will be with me wherever you want to go" My hobbies: Creating, gardening, going for a walk to unique places, going to the movies, dancing. My Passion: Decorating, transforming spaces. My mission: Help other colleagues believe, generate employment, so that the city where I am, Bogota and Colombia, is a reference as a luxury wedding destination.
Owner- Designer & Planner
@kathrynplanner
Camilo Alarcón | Catering
"We take care of memories so that good times inspire us to celebrate life". My passion: Getting to know the world and its culture through gastronomy and adventure. My mission: Create and undertake new ideas from connecting points and experiences, solving challenges that generate well-being and thus being able to inspire others to create new realities.
General Manager
Fork Catering & Event Planning
Eliana Gonzalez | Wedding Planner
"Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God". My hobbies: reading, diving, wedding planning and dancing. My mission: Professionalize the industry and work collaboratively to position Cartagena increasingly on the wedding destination map.
Head Planner of Eliana Gonzalez Events
Diana Archundía
“The only thing impossible is what you don't try.” My passion is weddings, I love reading, learning new things and, above all, investing my time in growing personally and professionally. My mission: Create unforgettable experiences that have a positive impact on each of the clients.
Wedding Sales Manager
Encore Weddings
Brenda Vera
"If you do not live to serve, you are not useful to live". My passion is my work and my family, my hobbies are spending time on the beach and reading. My mission: It is providing a quality service of excellence so that they return to the destination again and above all find in me the professionalism to take their event as they dreamed.
Encore Sales Manager
Riviera Maya, Quintana Roo, México
Sonia Martínez | Wedding Planner
“Everything you vividly imagine, ardently desire, sincerely believe and enthusiastically undertake will inevitably happen” - John Mayer My passion: animals, especially dogs (helping, working with foundations). My hobbies: Travel and go shopping. My mission: Help empower people in the industry and teach acquired knowledge.
CEO & Lead Planner
Bridalagency
MariPao Fernández | | Wedding Planner
"Everything you do with love and dedication guided by the hand of God is perfect, because the best company in the world is the family". My Passion: Seeing my boyfriends' faces more than happy when they finish their dream night. My mission: Offer our clients a personalized service adapted to their needs and goals based on teamwork, efficiency, experience and enthusiasm with the aim of achieving maximum satisfaction. Maintain our position as a leading company in the sector of event organization, management of unique spaces, based on professional, innovative work and through the constant improvement of the services we offer both to our bride and groom and to our guests. Respond to all the needs of our clients quickly and effectively Anticipate change and stay up to date with trends in our sector to implement them in the services we offer Improve day by day in the development of our work and our services Establish relationships of trust with our clients based on a committed and transparent service.
Project Manager
Event & Wedding Designer
Diana Navarrete | Hotelier
"Honor your path, it was your choice, your decision, and to the extent that you respect the ground you walk on.... The ground will respect your feet". - P. Coelho. My hobbies: Enjoy sound-healing sessions, watch series, travel (wherever). I love interior decoration and wedding design. My mission: Contribute to and enhance the romance industry in a responsible and respectful manner. Constant training is my daily task.
Weddings & Groups Manager
Hotel Petit Lafitte
Sofía García | Wedding Planner
"It is literally true that you can succeed best and quickest by helping others to succeed." – Napoleon Hill My passion is my family and my work, my hobbies are diving, painting, designing, and photography. My commitment is to make each wedding an unforgettable and unique moment for each couple, providing exceptional and dedicated service. My goal is to exceed expectations and create unforgettable memories for my clients on the most special day of their lives!
Wedding Planner
Blue Venado Weddings
Alberto Huerta | Videographer
"Honor your path, it was your choice, your decision, and to the extent that you respect the ground you walk on.... The ground will respect your feet". - P. Coelho. My hobbies: Enjoy sound-healing sessions, watch series, travel (wherever). I love interior decoration and wedding design. My mission: Contribute to and enhance the romance industry in a responsible and respectful manner. Constant training is my daily task.
Director General
Ambar Films
Roxana López | Hotelier
"Life must be seen as a positive experience which, despite the circumstances, always entails learning which must be transmitted from generation to generation". My passion/hobbies: Reading, spending quality time with my daughter and my dogs, continuing to search for new practices and alternatives to live better. My mission: Continue to be a leader and mentor in the planning, organization and execution of destination weddings and events. Contribute with the experience acquired those techniques and procedures that achieve the objectives and be an example and coach of the industry.
Sales Manager
Etereo - Auberge Resort
Juan Pablo Garnica | Operations Coordinator
"The job isn't’ done". "Your energy speaks for you". "I had a purpose before anyone had an opinion". My hobbies: Exercising, listening to music, discovering new things. My mission: Contribute to an organization in a way that puts into practice my skills and knowledge acquired throughout my professional training.
Groups & Events Operations Coordinator
El Pueblito at Mayakoba
Viridiana Álvarez | Events Coordinator
...from a movie called Surfer Dude: “Mind Open. Heart Enlarged. Soul Receptive.” “I deeply enjoy rediscovering and connecting with nature, especially the beach and feeling small in the open sea, I also have a passion for music that is a constant source of creativity, motivation and fun.” My vision is to ensure every detail to contribute to the success of unforgettable events. From meticulous planning to impeccable execution, I strive to reflect the essence and unique vision of each couple with style and elegance. My goal is to leave a lasting memory in each of the hearts present.
Groups & Events Coordinator Mayakoba Experiences | El Pueblito at Mayakoba
Daniel Ríos | Hotelier
My mission: Create unforgettable experiences for everyone, including clients, partners and collaborators, creating assertive relationships and going hand in hand towards the same common goal. My hobbies: Traveling and seeing new places. Fill your memory with new landscapes and experiences: books, food, moments with friends.
Associate Director of Events
Andaz Mayakoba
Cesar Lira | Hotelier
“The secret of happiness is not to always do what you want, but to always want what you do.” My passion/hobbies Traveling, learning, meeting people, I really enjoy good food and good drinks and new experiences. My mission: Offer honest and hospitable service, creating memorable experiences for customers. Committed to meeting your needs and making you happy, especially in organizing events, ensuring that every detail reflects your vision and desires.
AyB Assistant Director
Fairmont Mayakoba
Ana Mendoza | Event Planner
"Never be so kind you forget to be clever, never be so clever you forget to be kind" My passion/hobbies: Reading, foodie, continuing to learn, shopping, being with my pets. My mission: As a dedicated supplier of wedding flowers, decor and furniture, and university educator, my mission is to create unforgettable experiences and inspire the next generation of designers. I strive to transform every event into a unique celebration of love and beauty. Make sure that every detail reflects the client's vision and exceeds their expectations In the classroom, my goal is to empower my students with the knowledge, skills and passion necessary to excel in the industry, fostering creativity, professionalism and innovation. through my work and my teaching. “I am committed to improving the art of celebration and nurturing future talent in the field.”
Event Consultant
Dezibel Events
Arwed Lentz | Planning Events
"Insanity is doing the same thing over and over again expecting different results." Albert Einstein. My passion/hobbies: Traveling to discover new cultures. / Play Padel My mission: Create Innovation and World Class Events. Inspiring, professionalism, pride, passion and commitment. Exceeding my clients' expectations.
Event Consultant
YD Events
Bea Avelar | Wedding Planner
"Defining myself is limiting myself and I want to be everything I want and can" My passion/hobbies: I am passionate about learning, music, nature, cinema, cooking and spending time with my small family (boyfriend and pets), also connecting with my spiritual world through yoga, meditation, books. My mission: Being able to provide quality service, trust and knowledge to our clients.
Certified Wedding & Event Planner
Bea Avelar
Jimena García | Hotelier
"The universe will always return to you multiplied what you do with your heart" My passion & hobbies: Hospitality, events, traveling and fitness life. My mission: Create unique and unforgettable experiences, taking care of every detail so that it reflects the essence of our destination and the history of each couple.
Events Services Manager
Rosewood Mayakoba
Yendy Uc | Hotelier
"Choose a job you are passionate about and you will never work a day in your life again". My passion: Enjoy time with myself surrounded by nature. My mission: It is personal growth, contributing to the creation of the best day of their lives and turning them into unforgettable moments.
Concierge Groups & Conventions
Fairmont Mayakoba
Paola Medina | Wedding Planner
"Discipline defeats talent, without it nothing". My passion/hobbies: Bicycle, dancing, studying. My mission: Consolidate a company that helps both clients and their dreams, as well as the entire team, being an example that doing well is worth it to grow.
Wedding planner master & marketing manager
Eventos Grupo Medina
Paola Montaño | Planning Concierge
"Just for Today :)". My passion/hobbies: Exercise, cinema, reading and writing. My mission: Hold quality events to the best of our ability. We are professionals and becoming the leading decoration and furniture company in the destination.
Planning Concierge
Dezibel Events
Andrés Posada | Audiovisual
"It is not what you achieve, it is your effort and what you overcome that defines your life" My hobby is to see life and the world differently through a lens, cycling and good music. My mission within the industry is to make every moment last over time, and through serving others to leave a mark. Strengthen the industry through good service, honest work and love!
Audiovisual Producer | Destination Wedding Videographer and Photographer
Berraco Agency
Laura García | Event Planner
"Smile, life is beautiful" My passion/hobbies: Dancing, listening to music and socializing with people to make great friendships. My mission as a professional in the industry: Create a satisfied clients community, standing out for the ability to offer luxury experiences without worries for the couples.
LAURA GARCIA EVENT PLANNER
Manager
Adriana Valois | Event Planner
"Believe in yourself, the world needs to know your light" My passion/hobbies: CONNECT WITH MYSELF. My mission: Place high the name of our country Colombia and above all create an experience that customers will always say that it was the best thing of their lives.
Comercial - Wedding and event planner
Le Valois Luxury Events
Adriana Jiménez | Planning Events
"Life is a journey, not a destination, that's why you have to enjoy every step of the way". My passion/hobbies: Share with my loved ones My mission as a professional in the Industry: Transform each event into a life experience by combining innovation and technology with a personalized approach.
CEO and Manager
Events Live Colombia
Felipe De La Espriella | F&B Director
"A bad day of fishing is better than a good day at work.". My passion/hobbies: Sport fishing, Travel. My mission as a professional in the Industry: Live in a world of celebrations sharing joy and professionalism.
Food, Beverage and Events Director
Zuana Beach Resort
Karina Bello | Event Planner
"Your greatest dream does not occur when you are asleep, but when you wake up and achieve it" My passion/hobbies: read, travel, taste new things in gastronomy. My mission: Promote the destination of Cartagena de Indias and Colombia, as a place to hold dream events. Help the client achieve their planning goals from professional advice, guaranteeing a memorable experience.
Karina Bello Event Planner
Head planner
Andrea Martínez | Event Planner
"Be the change you want to see in the world". My passion/hobbies: Read and listen to music. My mission as a professional in the Industry: Be a guide in the wedding process or any type of event, taking away the worries of organizing the event, managing to exceed their expectations on their unforgettable day.
Junior Wedding Planner
ER WEDDING PLANNERS
Verónica Rubio | Bar Móvil
"Don't do what you don't want done to you". My passion/hobbies: It's about enjoying quality time with your family. My mission as a professional in the Industry: Have a balance of harmony between my personal and professional life, forge good beings, with clear goals where the secret ingredient is love in what they do.
Rubious Bar Movil Drinks
Commercial Director