About Us
Unlock the Success of Your Business with Us!
We’re not just another service provider, we’re your partners in growth. With our strong connections in the entrepreneur networks, we understand your business needs like no one else.
Choose us and experience the difference of working with a team that truly gets you. Not only will we cater to your unique needs, but we’ll also provide you with:
- Unmatched Expertise: We’ve been there, done that, and we’re ready to use our experience to your advantage.
- Tailored Solutions: Your business is unique, and so should be the solutions. We offer strategies designed just for you.
- Powerful Connections: Tap into our network of entrepreneurs and open doors to new opportunities.
Choose us, and enjoy a retreat that’s as unique as your team, and watch as your team becomes more united and productive than ever before!
Your experience with us is shaped by
- our meticulous attention to detail,
- our personalized touch,
- and our history of successful events
– a combination that sets us apart from the rest.
With Marla’s background in Educational Leadership and her experience working with leadership teams, you’ll benefit from a deeper understanding of what truly makes a retreat successful.
You’ll benefit from
- innovative team-building exercises tailored to your needs,
- exclusive access to properties and local businesses,
- and a unique approach to agenda planning that aligns seamlessly with your team’s goals.
Our experienced team follows a tested and proven planning process, meticulously documenting every detail to ensure nothing is overlooked.
By working with us, you’ll experience a retreat planning process that’s all about you.
We start by asking the right questions to understand your unique needs.
This approach leads to improved outcomes like stronger team unity and boosted productivity.
You’ll see real, measurable results that show the true value of our service.
Are you worried if you plan the retreat it could be a boring, ineffective event?
With us, you’ll experience a unique planning process, crafted with organized Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
We’re experts at suggesting team-building activities that don’t just fill time – they foster unity and boost productivity.
Plus, our wide network gives us access to top-notch experts, ensuring you get the best advice.
But we don’t stop there! We tailor our planning processes to meet your specific needs, because we believe every team is unique.
We’ve earned our reputation as a trailblazer in Destination Based Retreat Planning.
Our unique approach seamlessly blends
- meticulous event planning,
- inventive team-building activities,
- and the crafting of unforgettable experiences.
Choose us for a retreat that truly stands out.
Our customers often seek the reassurance that they can fully immerse themselves in the retreat experience, without the burden of logistics or planning.
We’re here to give you that permission.
We are selective about the groups we work with and maintain a mindful schedule, ensuring that we are fully present during the retreat. This allows us to handle all the logistics and guarantee a seamlessly executed agenda.
With us, you can let go of the worry and focus on what truly matters – your retreat experience.
Empower your team with an unforgettable retreat.
We know how challenging it can be to plan a team retreat that’s both productive and enjoyable. Juggling schedules, answering endless questions, solving the unexpected kink in the plan and trying to keep everyone engaged can feel like a full-time job.
That’s where we come in. With our collaborative approach and vast network of partners, we’ve helped countless teams like yours turn ordinary retreats into extraordinary experiences.
We balance work and play to strengthen team relationships and enhance productivity.
And here’s the best part – we use a unique app called Travefy for an added layer of professionalism. This means your entire team will have the retreat schedule right at their fingertips. No more answering a million questions – we’ve got it covered.
Ready to take your team retreats to the next level? We can’t wait to help you succeed!
Marla Bainbridge Martinez
Born and raised in Alabama, Marla has lived from coast to coast in the US. With her relocation to Los Angeles in 2000 and earning her Master’s degree in Educational Leadership at Pepperdine University in Los Angeles, she embarked on a series of relocations, including stops in Las Vegas, Portland, OR, and Atlanta, GA. It was during these adventures that Marla fell in love with the enchanting beauty of Mexico and developed a fervor for travel.
In 2010, Marla found her forever home on the captivating Isla Mujeres, where she married an isleño. What began as a passion for the island’s charm evolved into a thriving venture in the travel business. Marla’s journey started with a focus on Isla Mujeres, initially filling needs that presented opportunities. Over time, her business has transformed into a comprehensive resource, featuring a website, IMVR, with an extensive inventory of vacation rental properties catering to the diverse needs of travelers, concierge services including private chef services and events. Through years of dedication, Marla has cultivated strong relationships with vendors and perfected her processes. Her commitment to excellence has turned her business into a one-stop-shop for all things related to Isla Mujeres travel.
Marla’s entrepreneurial journey started as a teenager and her varied business experiences have led her to love serving other entrepreneurs, businesses with planning and executing flawless retreats, summits and team building. Her background in education and planning professional development events gives her a unique perspective on how the brain learns and what makes a productive retreat agenda. She also has a remote team and understands the importance of making that work effectively.
Marla’s entrepreneurial journey, which began in her teenage years, has instilled in her a love for serving fellow entrepreneurs and businesses. Specializing in planning and executing flawless retreats, summits, and team-building events, Marla draws on her background in education and professional development. Her unique perspective on how the brain learns and what makes a productive retreat agenda sets her apart.
With a remote team of her own, Marla understands the dynamics of effective teamwork in a virtual setting. Her experience ensures that your team-building events are not only productive but also foster a sense of connection among remote team members.
Whether you’re envisioning a serene retreat, an impactful summit, or a team-building experience, Marla brings a wealth of expertise to the table. From crafting bespoke agendas that cater to learning and productivity to seamless event execution, Marla’s commitment is to make your vision a reality.
Let Marla’s passion for Isla Mujeres, coupled with her dedication to flawless event planning, elevate your next retreat, summit, or team-building meeting to new heights. Connect with Marla to turn your ideas into unforgettable experiences!
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