Meet Angelica Garcia | Event Planner & Charcuterie Specialist

While planning my daughter’s first birthday, I discovered the love I had for decorating, planning an event and how detailed oriented i am. When you love what you do for a living and take pride in, it no longer feels like a job. Starting your own business is a gamble that every business owner takes when they decide to put their talent out there. Believing in yourself is key in taking the risk. No risk, no reward.

It’s my opinion what sets Overboard Event Planners apart is the ability to translate our customers vision in to reality. The passion and love that goes in to customizing every Grazing table is second to none. I love decorating! It brings me much joy, and a great deal of pride to translate my clients visions into reality with my hands and experience.

I am where I am today in business, thanks to my village, it is a without question my family and friends, who have encouraged and supported from the very beginning. They cheered me on to start my business and lent their support in anyway they could. Nothing in life is easy and every entrepreneur can tell you that starting your own business is one of the scariest and most exciting things they can do.
As your business becomes your baby you will nurture, give time and sacrifice plenty, similar to raising your own child or children. Every business has their own unique challenges. To overcome my challenges. I met those challenges when I started to acknowledging what was in front of me and then coming up with a plan. A valuable lesson I’ve learned a long this journey. I have also learned to align myself with like minded individuals, to receive and also to share advice and experiences collaborating with other business owners.

The first place I would visit with my friend is Z on 23. It has one of prettiest views of the Houston sky line. She’s from New York City so I would take her there first to show her Houston has a nice skyline as well. The vibe and drinks at Z on 23 roof top is sure to give her the great city night life feel for her first night in Houston.

The next day, we would have a girls brunch. We both love brunching and no better place to go than the Little Hen. This place has the perfect esthetics for a girls brunch. Lots of flowers, decor and fancy cocktails. Not to mention their delicious pink pancakes. Afterwards, back to my house to go get into cute bathing suits and get into the pool for an afternoon sun bathing with some homemade mimosas.

I would love to also take my friend to Galveston and spend a few days out there, at an airbnb near the water. Upon arriving, it would be all about walking on the beach catching up with a glass of wine and listening to the waves crashing on the shore. The next day, we would rent bikes and ride along the sea wall and get to show her what beach life is all about in Galveston. There are so many great restaurants by the sea wall it would be difficult to choose therefore we would just go with our gut at that point. If we can enjoy one more day I would love to spend the day at pleasure pier where we can enjoy the amusement park and eat funnel cake while enjoying a cold beer.

Once back home I would make a cute dinner at my house with my close Houston friends and introduce her to the other people who are important to me.

Wow what an amazing question as I have so much support. First and for most I want to thank God for every door he has opened and shut in my life. If it wasn’t for Gods grace, I wouldn’t be exactly where I am today. The love of my life, my husband Tony thank you for believing in me and always supporting me to live my dream and follow my passion ! With the support and love of my children Tj, Sarah and my bonus child Angie, they have kept me going during the tough times, I love them beyond measure. My mother Pilar, with whom I can’t ever do any wrong. In her beautiful eyes all I do is already a ten. My brothers! My best friends Alex and Stephano. These guys talk me through every situation , whenever I need these guys, without question, they are there. My Mother in law Maria, who has prayed me through every obstacle. My amazing best friend Toya who kept pushing me to start my own business for years. My sister in law Trixi who helped me so much at the start. My besties, Diana, Wendy and Amber y’all are my cheerleaders thank you for continuing to cheer me a long and listening when I’m overwhelmed. All my friends and family who are now also my customers I love ya so much and thank you for the support especially when I decided to launch my business. All of my women owned small business, I want to give y’all are huge shoutout! We are a community of strong smart talented women and I have been able to grow and learn from each of you so much! Special thanks to Jennie and Gerri! Thank you all for being a part of the dream team!