Today we’d like to introduce you to Ebonie Commey and Marjorie Vandy.
Hi Ebonie and Marjorie, so excited to have you on the platform. So before we get into questions about your work-life, maybe you can bring our readers up to speed on your story and how you got to where you are today.
COVID-19 played a huge part in the creation of Whimsical Utopia & Co. Trying to find creative ways to have fun with family and friends during the height of isolation is what birthed the company.
Two long-time friends came together utilizing their vast interest and skillsets in both event planning and the catering industry to create Whimsical Utopia & Co. WuCO, for short, is a small woman-owned boutique styled indoor and outdoor picnic business.
We serve the DMV with uniquely curated picnics fit for any occasion whether it is to celebrate a birthday, an anniversary, or just a fun girls’ night out.
We all face challenges, but looking back would you describe it as a relatively smooth road?
There were some hiccups along the way. Full transparency (because without it you can’t grow), there was another member of the company but our partnership didn’t align and we had to separate, but it has all been a positive learning process genuinely, and we appreciate what the experience taught us.
We have to continue to be innovative, creative, and watchful of what the consumer wants, and keep it fun and different to stand out. Winter months were slow and this encouraged us to be creative in terms of our offerings to appeal to other crowds.
Thanks for sharing that. So, maybe next you can tell us a bit more about your work?
We curate beautifully crafted picnics for both indoor and outdoor usage. We specialize in creating long-lasting memories with the utmost flexibility and top-notch customer service.
We are best known as a “one stop shop”, where you can not only book a luxurious picnic from us, but you can also purchase food items like charcuterie boards, organic crafted lemonades like lavender lemonade and other food items.
We periodically host events like our child-friendly Paint and Sip for the autumn season which was a huge hit, as well as our up coming Pup Social (play date for dogs).
Is there any advice you’d like to share with our readers who might just be starting?
When times get hard and demanding if you need to take a break, take it. Breaks look different for people, but however you see it – do it.
Communicate your expectations if you have a business partner amicably to always ensure professionalism. Be consistent. Be consistent with your vision, your outreach, your participation, and your social engagement.
Pricing:
- Luxurious picnic prices start at $210.oo for a party of 2.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1dH7exoyjy11xVd5L64stUgtjiDzFKrRGk5zUbfD-jPo/edit?pli=1
- Instagram: www.instagram.com/wucodmv
- Facebook: www.facebook.com/wucodmv
