Join Lessons from a Thousand Events for warm, practical guidance on event planning and design.
Create Events with Intention, Strategy & Heart
Where Big Visions & Bold Design Become Unforgettable Moments
Whether you're ready to learn hands‑on or bring inspiration to your next event, there's a way to work with Marie Rios.
Workshops
Become the Event Designer You Were Meant to Be
Learn the step-by-step system Marie uses to turn any event into an experience people never forget.
At the heart of every event is one guiding principle: connection. Because events aren’t about schedules, décor, or even venues. Events are about how people feel when they walk out the door.
I’ve turned this knowledge into a repeatable system that shows you how to take your event to the next level. My workshops give you a step-by-step framework, insider knowledge, and mentorship to plan events that run smoothly and leave a lasting impression.
What You Learn:
- Direct mentorship from a visionary in event design and conference production
- Tools to keep your event running on time
- Inside knowledge for keeping the event within budget
- The confidence to create high-impact experiences
- Ways to inspire your guests
Created for: Admins, executive assistants, and office managers planning company events; business development professionals hosting client experiences; women entrepreneurs building event design into their business; finance and insurance professionals, and anyone who wants to design events that reflect their brand.
Increase Engagement With Your In-Person & Virtual Events
Build intentional and high‑impact experiences
Because no matter the format, your event deserves to shine.
I teach you to design experiences that transform audiences into communities and moments into lasting change.
From hybrid conferences that unite audiences across the globe to virtual events that feel deeply human, my work is not only to guide the details but to teach you the strategy beneath them. Through coaching, we will develop the systems, flow, and meaningful moments that ensure your event’s success, so on the day of the event, you can concentrate on what truly matters: creating a lasting impact for your attendees.
Speaker Events
Bring Marie's Energy to Your Stage
Are you looking for a keynote or guest speaker who covers the latest trends in event production?
Marie brings the same bold, step-by-step thinking from her workshops directly to your audience in a talk that’s equal parts inspiring and immediately usable. With over 20 years of experience in event design and conference production, her talks offer real-world expertise that translates into meaningful connections.
Popular Topics Include:
- Event planning while increasing brand value
- Building meaningful connections during virtual events
- Engagement strategies that work
- Upscaling events without burning out
Ideal for: Corporate all-hands and team events, industry conferences, association meetings, women-in-business events, and any stage that wants energy and substance.
Why Work With MTR Event Design
What Sets Marie Apart
- Over 20 years of trusted experience
- Certifed Event Producer™
- Calm, creative, and intentional planning
- Bringing ideas to life through collaboration