Marisa aka Reese
Event Planning & Management, Design & Rentals, Industry Mentor
Century Decor Studio, Century Rentals
I've been in Event Management officially since around 2016, full time since 2023. My previous careers include 15 years of Retail Management, and Title & Escrow.
Converting my talent and love of design in merchandising, managing people and tasks on a timeline and a payroll budget makes the transition from retail management to event planning not as far fetched as it might seem.
Voted Gold Medal Winner for Event Planning in the Best of the Rose City contest for 2024... which is a totally made up contest by a local company to sell advertising.
I love nothing more than seeing my vendor besties grow in their craft and become the kick-ass artists I know they can be!
Emili says: "Reese is our mother goose in the very best way. She’s always looking out for everyone and wanting the absolute best for the people she loves. She’s the logistics and networking queen—if there’s a situation, she either has it figured out or “knows a person who knows a person.” Reese is pure magic from the inside out and the grounding force to our chaotic storms. Having her as a bestie in this life is something I’m endlessly grateful for."
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Emili
Emili: Event Planning & Management, Design & Rentals
Beyond the Veil Events & Design
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Marisa says: "Emili is the queen of dark and moody. She is the first to point out that none of us are malicious and probably just having a bad day when we're upset. She is our peacekeeper and emotional thermometer! I love her heart for people and her insane giggle."
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Sorcha
Sorcha: Baking & Photography
Cascadia Kitchen PDX
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Marisa says: "Sorcha is the content rockstar. She is our IG heavy hitter when it comes to algorithms and visibility. We also die for her baked treats, I never liked cake or macarons until I met Sorcha. I love her dedication to this project and everyone's growth overall! When the ADHD strikes Sorcha is one of the first to lead us off the rails... and then right back on the rails."
Emili says: "Sorcha is an insanely talented baking artist and full-blown cake witch. We bonded over our mutual love of music, spooky vibes, tattoos, and gardening 😉. Her love of whimsy, fantasy, and lore makes her feel absolutely magical, and she balances it with this sharp, analytical brain that keeps us on our toes. She’s fun, spicy, and impossible not to adore. Getting to share life with her is one of those quiet, real pieces of magic."
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Tony
Tony: Videography & Photography
Tone Deff Enterprises
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Marisa says: "Tony and I have a friendship forged in fire, trauma-bonded for life. He is the one forever trying to get us to sit IN the frame and speak at a consistent volume. When Tone opens his mouth with an opinion we all shut up because it generally is a perspective we have not yet considered... or is guaranteed to be a wacky metaphor. Tony does the heaviest of the editing lift and still puts up with our shenanigans. I love his humble attitude and willingness to consider an opinion that might not be comfortable at first but will definitely lead to growth long-term."
Emili says: "Tony is our wise man - our Gandalf, our Dumbledore. He drops the one-liners and the deep insights, then has us crying laughing a minute later. No matter the event, shoot, or set, Tony owns it like it was made for him - not from ego, but from collaboration. He’s the best team player, a trusted confidant, an unhinged goofball, and an incredible human. Calling him a bestie truly feels like an honor."
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