About

Amanda Dias is the Founder of C’est Beau Luxury Events & Design. She was previously branded as “eventsbyamandalynn,” which reflects years of personal growth and development from a event planning studio to a boutique that focuses on a “white-glove” wedding & event experience. She wanted to provide her clients with a more sophisticated and creative design approach for her event planning packages.  Her talents evident at a young age by working at many known events in Toronto; such as Toronto’s Fashion Week, The Pan Am Games, and celebrity private events. For the last 10 years, she has planned extensive events and managed high-end events flawlessly. Amanda has been exceptionally passionate about weddings, events, food, and design. Her educational background includes Event Management, Business, Hospitality, and Culinary Management, which gave her the knowledge of food, nutrition, and leadership skills to be able to menu plan, and multi-task in a high-pressure environment.

Amanda has always been passionate about helping people. She adores bringing people together. In and out of her professional life, she has always been drawn to organizing events for family and friends, especially cooking feasts for them! That’s why professional event planning is right up her alley. She specializes in personalizing diverse events for each client and handling stressful event situations with grace. Her signature is creative and tasteful designs with incredible attention to detail with the utmost organized event you’ll ever attend.

Clients who choose to work with Amanda appreciate her caring personality and sincerity. She is proud to be friends with previous clients. Amanda takes the greatest satisfaction in seeing everyone happy and is always grateful for the opportunity to make this happen!

Marisa Leigh has worked in the events industry for over 8 years, executing special events varying from non-profit fundraisers, to multi-day corporate events across North America.  Marisa currently specializes in corporate events and weddings where she prioritizes working with the client or couple to bring their vision and unique characteristics to life!  Through event planning, Marisa is able to combine her two passions for assisting and bringing joy to others with art and creativity. 

 She takes pride in her work as she is able to help couples turn their dreams into reality.  Marisa’s educational background includes a BA in Communications, an Experiential Marketing degree as well as certification in Wedding coordination and consultation. This has given her the knowledge in advanced planning and problem-solving skills needed to excel in structuring events and managing all moving parts.  Through education and experience, Marisa possesses impeccable organization, communication, and planning skills.

She looks forward to being able to bring her energy, passion, and creativity to your special day! 

Marisa Leigh has worked in the events industry for over 8 years, executing special events varying from non-profit fundraisers, to multi-day corporate events across North America.  Marisa currently specializes in corporate events and weddings where she prioritizes working with the client or couple to bring their vision and unique characteristics to life!  Through event planning, Marisa is able to combine her two passions for assisting and bringing joy to others with art and creativity. 

 She takes pride in her work as she is able to help couples turn their dreams into reality.  Marisa’s educational background includes a BA in Communications, an Experiential Marketing degree as well as certification in Wedding coordination and consultation. This has given her the knowledge in advanced planning and problem-solving skills needed to excel in structuring events and managing all moving parts.  Through education and experience, Marisa possesses impeccable organization, communication, and planning skills.

She looks forward to being able to bring her energy, passion, and creativity to your special day! 

Melissa Prior to joining the Wedding Planner’s Institute of Canada family in 2020, Melissa Nguyen honed and mastered her leadership, operational, and customer service skills through a 15-year career in luxury retail, building long-lasting relationships along the way. Mel’s keen eye for detail and personal standard for extraordinary service helped her amass a clientele that has followed her everywhere she went. Some clients even refer to her as an extended family member. Mel has planned styling events for bridal parties, movie productions, celebrity celebrations, corporate charity events, and trunk shows for designer brands such as Boucheron, David Yurman, Fendi, Jimmy Choo, and Oscar Heyman.

Mel is an expert in catered personal services and bespoke experiences. She empowers her clients to find their truest form of expression while taking the time to enjoy the process. Her creative DNA is complemented by her engineering background, allowing her to create a structured approach to the management of every detail leading up to your special day. She is excited to plan and execute your wedding vision, leaving no stone unturned in the process, with the final result being authentically you.