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Meet Erika Aguilar, the woman who runs a multimillion-dollar business

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4 years ago

February 5, 2021

Erika was born and brought up in a small town called Wasco, CA. After high school, she went to Bakersfield community college, which she ended up dropping out a year and a half later. Simultaneously, she started working at an egg packaging plant, packing eggs. It was heavy labor physically and mentally, and even emotionally for her. “I never really had a weekend off, I truly dislike packing eggs, but I never quit because I always had my parents in mind. My parents are originally from Michoacán, Mexico. I’m blessed to have them as my parents, and they taught me to work hard and show up despite the way I feel, so with that example, I couldn’t quit.” Erika stated. Later she was influenced by YouTube, which brought out an entrepreneur in her.

The people behind Erika’s motivation are her family and her team. “Setting others in a position to win and seeing them accomplish their dreams and goals keeps me motivated,” Erika stated.

PHP Agency Chairman’s Council Erika

The agency does life insurance, annuities, financial planning, debt settlement. The company helps by teaching people financial concepts that will help them prepare for the future. It helps them protect their assets and their family from financial disaster in case of an unexpected death or illness.

Erika sees the hunger factor, “how badly do you want it,” to hire the top talent. “Never forgetting why you got started in the first place and how much it matters to you” is Erika’s secret to success.

The reason behind Erika being different from the industry

“I’m in a business where being authentic and genuine stands out. I’d say carrying these

characteristics and adding work ethic with a hint of competitiveness and desire to win and be number one is what’s helped me create a name for myself. Building a culture and an environment where others can win and see their dreams and goals achieved, selfishness has no seat at the table of success. The only way to rise is by helping others rise with you”, Erika said.

Plans Erika has for her agency “TCO“

“Erika says working hard, personally developing, expanding my network, and building great relationships with people. Never forgetting where I came from and having God above all in my life and of course my family”, Erika remarked.

Follow Erika on Instagram at : @erika__tco

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Gutiérrez F Studio Masters the Art of Unforgettable Events

Published

2 weeks ago

September 24, 2024

Michelle Langton

Photo Credit: Gutiérrez F Studio

Byline: Katreen David

Every great love story deserves a walk down the aisle straight out of a fairytale. From the conceptualization to the perfect centerpiece, boutique event planning companies like Gutiérrez F Studio can puzzle the details together to craft an event that tells the bride and groom’s story.

Today, where wedding ideas are beautiful yet veer toward feeling recycled, Gutiérrez F Studio imparts a sense of uniqueness, identity, and human connection to every event it brings to life.

“Everyone has access to the same Pinterest boards, but our mission is to create events that are truly unique. We aim to make every detail tell a part of our clients’ stories,” shares Fernando Gutiérrez, the founder and lead creative of Gutiérrez F Studio.

Knot Your Average I Do: Crafting Experiences

From the very first consultation, it is clear that the Mexico-based event studio is anything but run-of-the-mill. Each project is a culmination of a deeply personal journey, guided by a commitment to crafting experiences that are both visually elegant and emotionally reverberant.

At Gutiérrez F Studio, the magic of a well-crafted event is not just about grand visuals; it is about creating experiences that age gracefully into core memories over time.

The nuptials designed by Gutiérrez F Studio are out to resonate deeply with the people they celebrate. As a full-service event design and production studio, Gutiérrez F Studio specializes in transforming visions into reality through custom architectural design and art. It comprises a team of warm, reliable, and innovative creatives.

What truly speaks volumes about its signature brand is the dedication to delivering seamless, end-to-end service that covers every aspect of the event. The team meticulously plans and manages every detail, collaborating exclusively with top-tier suppliers for quality that is second to none. This encompasses aspects that engage all the senses, such as top-tier audiovisual elements and menus curated by world-renowned chefs.

The studio has put its name on the map as a master of storytelling, a notion that is evident in even the minutest of details. “We don’t just follow trends. Instead, we create atmospheres that blend romance, elegance, and innovation, tailored to reflect each couple’s unique love story,” notes Fernando Gutiérrez. “Our aesthetic is concept-driven, meaning every event we design is a one-of-a-kind narrative brought to life in creatively curated spaces.”

From 2017 to Forever

Over the next 12 months, Gutiérrez and his team will actively explore opportunities to expand their target locations, aiming to bring their bespoke event design and production services to new international markets. So far, they have been the go-to brand across Mexico and Europe.

Since its founding in 2017, Fernando Gutiérrez’s company has completed over 320 projects, earning clients’ trust locally and globally. From the beaches of Mexico to its rapid expansion into the scapes of Spain and Italy, Gutiérrez F Studio has been rendering exceptional events worldwide, proving that the celebration of love is a universal language.

“Whether we’re planning events in Mexico or across the ocean, we hope to create moments that our clients will look back on fondly,” shares Fernando Gutiérrez.

For every bride and groom that the team works with, Gutiérrez F Studio promises that each walk down the aisle is the start of a new fairytale that is entirely their own.