St Petersburg Event Planner & Community Builder | Marika Luneau

St Petersburg Event Planner & Community Builder | Marika Luneau

Building Communities & Creating Connections in St. Petersburg

Event organizer and community builder helping nonprofits, businesses, and local organizations bring people together for meaningful impact.

Event organizer and community builder helping nonprofits, businesses, and local organizations bring people together for meaningful impact.

Event organizer and community builder helping nonprofits, businesses, and local organizations bring people together for meaningful impact.

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Event Planning & Coordination

From intimate networking gatherings to major fundraising galas, I handle all the details so you can focus on your mission. Services include venue selection, vendor coordination, timeline management, day-of coordination, and post-event follow-up.

Perfect for: Nonprofits, professional associations, businesses launching initiatives

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Event Planning & Coordination

From intimate networking gatherings to major fundraising galas, I handle all the details so you can focus on your mission. Services include venue selection, vendor coordination, timeline management, day-of coordination, and post-event follow-up.

Perfect for: Nonprofits, professional associations, businesses launching initiatives

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Event Planning & Coordination

From intimate networking gatherings to major fundraising galas, I handle all the details so you can focus on your mission. Services include venue selection, vendor coordination, timeline management, day-of coordination, and post-event follow-up.

Perfect for: Nonprofits, professional associations, businesses launching initiatives

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Community Building & Strategy

Whether you're starting from scratch or want to deepen existing connections, I help organizations create genuine community around their mission. This includes strategy development, regular programming, online community management, and relationship nurturing.

Perfect for: Growing organizations, membership groups, mission-driven startups

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Community Building & Strategy

Whether you're starting from scratch or want to deepen existing connections, I help organizations create genuine community around their mission. This includes strategy development, regular programming, online community management, and relationship nurturing.

Perfect for: Growing organizations, membership groups, mission-driven startups

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Community Building & Strategy

Whether you're starting from scratch or want to deepen existing connections, I help organizations create genuine community around their mission. This includes strategy development, regular programming, online community management, and relationship nurturing.

Perfect for: Growing organizations, membership groups, mission-driven startups

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Organizational Support

Behind-the-scenes help with marketing, project coordination, strategic planning, and operational improvements. Perfect for small nonprofits and organizations that need experienced support without a full-time hire.

Perfect for: Small nonprofits, community organizations, social entrepreneurs

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Organizational Support

Behind-the-scenes help with marketing, project coordination, strategic planning, and operational improvements. Perfect for small nonprofits and organizations that need experienced support without a full-time hire.

Perfect for: Small nonprofits, community organizations, social entrepreneurs

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Organizational Support

Behind-the-scenes help with marketing, project coordination, strategic planning, and operational improvements. Perfect for small nonprofits and organizations that need experienced support without a full-time hire.

Perfect for: Small nonprofits, community organizations, social entrepreneurs

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Creating Impact Through Connection

Creating Impact Through Connection

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Hi, I'm Marika!


With experience spanning startups, coworking spaces, and nonprofits, I've found that what truly energizes me is bringing people together around causes that matter.


I believe the best events aren't just about logistics and vendors. They're about creating genuine connections that drive real impact in the community.


I take time to understand your mission, your people, and your goals, then create experiences that feel authentic to who you are and what you're building. Whether you need someone to plan a fundraising gala, organize ongoing programming, or help build community from the ground up, I handle the details so you can focus on your mission.


Ready to start planning your next event? Download my free Nonprofit Event Planning Toolkit and join our community of St. Petersburg changemakers.

Hi, I'm Marika!


With experience spanning startups, coworking spaces, and nonprofits, I've found that what truly energizes me is bringing people together around causes that matter.


I believe the best events aren't just about logistics and vendors. They're about creating genuine connections that drive real impact in the community.


I take time to understand your mission, your people, and your goals, then create experiences that feel authentic to who you are and what you're building. Whether you need someone to plan a fundraising gala, organize ongoing programming, or help build community from the ground up, I handle the details so you can focus on your mission.


Ready to start planning your next event? Download my free Nonprofit Event Planning Toolkit and join our community of St. Petersburg changemakers.

Building St. Pete's
Purpose-Driven Community 🌟

Building St. Pete's
Purpose-Driven Community 🌟

Building St. Pete's
Purpose-Driven Community 🌟

When I'm not helping organizations bring people together professionally, I'm doing it personally too!

I'm launching Purpose-Driven Professionals St. Pete because I keep meeting incredible nonprofit leaders, social entrepreneurs, and mission-driven business owners who are all working in silos.

What we're building together:

  • Monthly gatherings where genuine connections happen naturally

  • A community for local change-makers

  • Conversations about mission and impact


Join us for authentic networking that leads to real friendships and meaningful partnerships.

When I'm not helping organizations bring people together professionally, I'm doing it personally too!

I'm launching Purpose-Driven Professionals St. Pete because I keep meeting incredible nonprofit leaders, social entrepreneurs, and mission-driven business owners who are working in silos.

What we're building together:

  • Monthly gatherings where genuine connections happen naturally

  • A community for local change-makers

  • Conversations about mission and impact


Join us for authentic networking that leads to real friendships and meaningful partnerships.

When I'm not helping organizations bring people together professionally, I'm doing it personally too!

I'm launching Purpose-Driven Professionals St. Pete because I keep meeting incredible nonprofit leaders, social entrepreneurs, and mission-driven business owners who are all working in silos.

What we're building together:

  • Monthly gatherings where genuine connections happen naturally

  • A community for local change-makers

  • Conversations about mission and impact

Join us for authentic networking that leads to real friendships and meaningful partnerships.

What Makes My Work Stand Out

What Makes My Work Stand Out

What Makes My Work Stand Out

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Fresh Perspective

New to St. Pete with big ideas for building authentic community connections.

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Fresh Perspective

New to St. Pete with big ideas for building authentic community connections.

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Fresh Perspective

New to St. Pete with big ideas for building authentic community connections.

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Results That Matter

From $17K fundraisers to 100+ successful events, our experiences have real impact.

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Results That Matter

From $17K fundraisers to 100+ successful events, our experiences have real impact.

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Results That Matter

From $17K fundraisers to 100+ successful events, our experiences have real impact.

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Adaptable & Flexible

I tailor my approach to fit your culture, budget, and goals.

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Adaptable & Flexible

I tailor my approach to fit your culture, budget, and goals.

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Adaptable & Flexible

I tailor my approach to fit your culture, budget, and goals.

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Relationship-Focused

My community building revolves around genuine connections.

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Relationship-Focused

My community building revolves around genuine connections.

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Relationship-Focused

My community building revolves around genuine connections.

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Authentic & Mission-Driven

I bring genuine empathy to creating inclusive spaces where everyone feels valued.

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Authentic & Mission-Driven

I bring genuine empathy to creating inclusive spaces where everyone feels valued.

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Authentic & Mission-Driven

I bring genuine empathy to creating inclusive spaces where everyone feels valued.

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Creative Solutions

I find unique approaches to common challenges - making events memorable and communities thrive.

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Creative Solutions

I find unique approaches to common challenges - making events memorable and communities thrive.

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Creative Solutions

I find unique approaches to common challenges - making events memorable and communities thrive.

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Every Detail Matters

From venue logistics to follow-up thank yous, I handle every aspect of your event so you can focus on connecting with your community.

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Every Detail Matters

From venue logistics to follow-up thank yous, I handle every aspect of your event so you can focus on connecting with your community.

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Every Detail Matters

From venue logistics to follow-up thank yous, I handle every aspect of your event so you can focus on connecting with your community.

How We Work Together

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Kickoff & Coffee Chats

I get to know you—your organization, your goals, your community, and your vision. This is where ideas start flowing and we begin planning something meaningful together.

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Kickoff & Coffee Chats

I get to know you—your organization, your goals, your community, and your vision. This is where ideas start flowing and we begin planning something meaningful together.

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Kickoff & Coffee Chats

I get to know you—your organization, your goals, your community, and your vision. This is where ideas start flowing and we begin planning something meaningful together.

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Why Choose Community-Focused Event Planning?

Why Choose Community-Focused Event Planning?

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One-Size-Fits-All

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One-Size-Fits-All

Hidden Fee Surprises

Hidden Fee Surprises

Hidden Fee Surprises

Vendor-Driven Decisions

Vendor-Driven Decisions

Vendor-Driven Decisions

Cookie-Cutter Events

Cookie-Cutter Events

Cookie-Cutter Events

Short-Term Thinking

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Short-Term Thinking

Just Another Gig

Just Another Gig

Just Another Gig

Profit-First Mentality

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Limited Community Understanding

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Limited Community Understanding

Marika

Custom Experiences

Custom Experiences

Custom Experiences

Mission-Driven Focus

Mission-Driven Focus

Mission-Driven Focus

Tailored Solutions

Tailored Solutions

Tailored Solutions

Personal Investment

Personal Investment

Personal Investment

Values-Based Partnerships

Values-Based Partnerships

Values-Based Partnerships

Transparent Pricing

Transparent Pricing

Transparent Pricing

Authentic Connections

Authentic Connections

Authentic Connections

Impact-First Approach

Impact-First Approach

Impact-First Approach

Long-Term Relationships

Long-Term Relationships

Long-Term Relationships

Deep Community Care

Deep Community Care

Deep Community Care

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What Colleagues Say

FAQ's

How is event planning different from just booking a venue?

I handle every detail from vendor coordination to day-of management, so you can focus on your mission instead of logistics.

Do you work with organizations of all sizes?

How far in advance should we start planning?

What's included in your event planning services?

Can you help with fundraising strategy, not just the event?

Do you work with remote or hybrid events?

What if our team is skeptical about hiring an event planner?

How is event planning different from just booking a venue?

I handle every detail from vendor coordination to day-of management, so you can focus on your mission instead of logistics.

Do you work with organizations of all sizes?

How far in advance should we start planning?

What's included in your event planning services?

Can you help with fundraising strategy, not just the event?

Do you work with remote or hybrid events?

What if our team is skeptical about hiring an event planner?

How is event planning different from just booking a venue?

I handle every detail from vendor coordination to day-of management, so you can focus on your mission instead of logistics.

Do you work with organizations of all sizes?

How far in advance should we start planning?

What's included in your event planning services?

Can you help with fundraising strategy, not just the event?

Do you work with remote or hybrid events?

What if our team is skeptical about hiring an event planner?