We had the good fortune of connecting with Gustavo Lopez and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Gustavo, can you walk us through the thought-process of starting your business?
As someone who has hosted events before, I’ve had the experience of waking up the next day and realizing that I was so busy cooking, serving, and cleaning that I didn’t have much time to spend with my guests. Despite this, I enjoy entertaining and believe in the significance of making lasting memories through parties. This is why I came up with the concept for Event Helpers LA.

Having worked in the catering and hospitality industry for over a decade, I’m passionate about creating events that are both memorable and free of stress.

Can you give our readers an introduction to your business? Maybe you can share a bit about what you do and what sets you apart from others?
What Sets us apart from others:

Event Helpers LA is Southern California’s leading event wait staff and service provider. We specialize in delivering outstanding service while keeping our clients stress-free. Our team is prompt, professional, and discreet, serving private residences and event venues.

We are fully committed to providing Los Angeles and the surrounding areas with the most experienced event and wait staff. We go the extra mile to ensure your event is memorable and stress-free.

Fluent in Spanish and LGBTQ-friendly.

What are you most proud of or excited about?

I am proud and excited about the fact that our company creates job opportunities for others to join our team.

How did you get to where you are today, business-wise? Was it easy?
It wasn’t an easy journey, but my hard work, dedication, and positive attitude have helped me grow as a person and a business owner. I’ve shed tears along the way, but it was all worth it.

What are the lessons you’ve learned along the way?
Through my experiences, I have come to understand that putting in hard work and being dedicated to your goals will lead you to success. It is important to remain true to yourself and maintain humility throughout your journey.

What do you want the world to know about you or your brand and story?
I want to share with the world that if you put your heart and soul into something you believe in, your dreams can come true.

Any places to eat or things to do that you can share with our readers? If they have a friend visiting town, what are some spots they could take them to?
If my loved ones were visiting for a weekend, I would love to show them around some amazing locations.

Our first destination would be Long Beach, CA- a lively city with an array of fantastic restaurants, bars, and local events. Long Beach is a culturally diverse and welcoming city that embraces individuals of all backgrounds and beliefs. Visitors are warmly welcomed with open arms. For food, I recommend the Grain Cafe which offers an excellent selection of vegan options. The Queen Mary is also worth a visit to experience the glamour of the 1930s. After that, we would head to Palm Springs to experience desert life, followed by a visit to Catalina Island and Hollywood.

Every city has its unique charm, and I am confident that our trip will be unforgettable.

Who else deserves some credit and recognition?
I’d like to express my gratitude to my life partner, Allan Alcantar, and everyone who has believed in me and supported me throughout my journey of becoming a business owner. Their love and support have contributed to making me the person I am today.

Website: www.eventhelperla.com

Instagram: @eventhelpersla

Linkedin: Event Helpers LA

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/eventhelpersla/

Yelp: https://www.yelp.com/biz/event-helpers-la-long-beach-5

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