Today we’d like to introduce you to Maryland Plumey-Marin.
Hi Maryland, so excited to have you with us today. What can you tell us about your story?
For more than 20 years, my journey in events has been rooted in family, passion, and purpose. It all began with planning Sweet 16 celebrations for my daughters. As a mother of five girls, those parties quickly turned into planning events for their friends as well, and before I knew it, I was doing what I loved most—creating meaningful celebrations.
After moving to Florida, my career took a defining turn following my own wedding experience. While the venue itself was beautiful, the coordination was not. Instead of being present and enjoying my day, I was constantly interrupted with questions and decisions that should never fall on a bride. It was stressful, overwhelming, and unforgettable for all the wrong reasons.
That experience became my motivation.
At the time, Deltona had no true event venue beyond the community center, so I decided to create what was missing—a space and a service where clients would feel supported, cared for, and completely at ease. That decision led me to become a venue owner and ultimately expand into full-scale event planning, coordination, and décor.
Today, I specialize in weddings, quinceañeras, baby showers, corporate events, and celebrations of all kinds. For the past nine years in Deltona, I have built a business centered on one promise: our events are stress-free. Our clients get dressed and show up—we handle everything else.
What brings me the greatest pride is seeing clients return again and again. Their loyalty tells me we are doing something right. I genuinely love what I do, and I believe that love shows in every event we create and every experience our clients walk away with.
Can you talk to us a bit about the challenges and lessons you’ve learned along the way. Looking back would you say it’s been easy or smooth in retrospect?
It definitely hasn’t been a smooth road. Like many entrepreneurs, my biggest challenge was simply starting. When I opened my business, I had the passion and the vision, but truely had no idea how to run a venue or build a business from the ground up.
One of the most important turning point for me was finding a mentor. I connected with another venue owner in Kissimmee, Miss Dinorah Monge, who generously shared her knowledge with me, She guided me on everything from pricing and setup to understanding the business side of events. Nine years later, we are still good friends, and I am increditably grafeful for her support and mentorship during those early days.
My biggest ongoing challenge, however, was marketing. I didn’t know how to market my business, and like most new entrepreneurs, I didn’t have a large budget to work with.That forced me to learn quickly and creatively. I began marketing myself-learning through trial and error- and discovered that video content resonated most with people. Once I started putting myself out there on video, my audience grew, my visibility increased, and my business followed.
Learning how to market my business was one of the hardest parts of my journey, but it also became one my greatest strenths, It taught me to be resourcful, authentic, and confident in sharing my story-and those lessons continue to shape my sucess today.
Can you tell our readers more about what you do and what you think sets you apart from others?
What I do goes far beyond planning events-I create experiences that leave lasting memories. My goal is for my clients to walk away not just with beautiful photos, but with moments they will still be talking about years from now. Every event we produce is designed to feel personal, meaningful, and unforgettable.
While I plan and execute, I specialize in Quinceañeras and Sweet 16 celebrations. Those events are specially close to my heart, and they are what I am best know for. I truely enjoy bringing these milestones to life and creating celebrations that reflect each family story, culture, and vision.
What I am most proud of are the relationships I’ve built with my clients. Many of them return to me multiple times- some have booked two or more events with me-and they continue to reach out even when they simply need advice, resources or guidance.That trust means everything to me. You never know when someone will return for another celebration, and I believe in always showing up for them.
What sets me apart is that I am the only full service event planner, decorator and coordinatorin my area of Deltona, Florida. Many people offer decor, but coordination is a completely different skill. Not everyone is comfortable managing timelines, speaking in front of large crowds, or handling unexpected situAtions. I thrive in that role. I pay close attention to every detail and ensure each event runs smoothly from start to finish.
Most importantly, I give my clients peace of mind. They get to be fully present, enjoy their guests, and live in the moment while we take care of everything behind the scenes, That level of care, coordination, and commitment is what truely sets my work apart.
Are there any books, apps, podcasts or blogs that help you do your best?
One of the most meaningful resources in my life right now is a podcast I recently launched called Yes I can. While I use many tools in my business, this podcast is deeply personal and purpose-driven. It is created for woman who are experiencing domestic violence or navigating challenging situations in their lives.
I have lived a very full life with many ups and downs, and those experiences have shaped who I am today – both personally and professionally. Through the podcast, I share my story, the lessons I’ve learned, and how I found the strength to keep moving forward. My hope is that by being open and honest, I can help other women believe in themselves and realize that no matter how hard things feel, there is a way forward.
Yes, I Can is about empowerment, resilience, and self-belief. If my experiences can help even one woman see her own strength and recognize that she is capable of creating a better future, then sharing my story is worth it.
Pricing:
- $5000.00 Decor & Coordination Package
- $18000.00 All-inclusive package
- $2500.000 Planning Services
- $1500.00 Coordination only
Contact Info:
- Website: https://amoreeventsii.com/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amoreevents2/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/amoreeventsII/
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maryland-marin-67928a16a/
- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=amore+events+II
- Yelp: https://www.yelp.com/biz/amore-events-ii-and-consulting-deltona-3
- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@amoreevents2
Image Credits
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