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Pink Cactus Productions

WE ARE an event planning& experientialPRODUCTION AGENCY

We provide ideation, design and full planning of events, experiential activations, fundraisers & conferences.

From Austin, TX and beyond.

What We Do
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CORPORATE

We partner with clients, brands or agencies - to produce all types of experiential activations & events. From conferences, fundraisers, galas, influencer events and brand activations. We support any and all stages of productions, whether it is the entire event or simply supporting with ideating, designing, planning and executing. We scale to your needs. Think of us as an extended arm of your team who is here to make your brand shine!

SOCIAL

We love throwing parties. Not just any kinda party but very well-tailored experiences. If your company is throwing a holiday party, summer party, company picnic or employee appreciation party. Or perhaps you want to celebrate a birthday party, family member, or you just simply want to party! From design, to decor, to food, drinks and entertainment.  We think through it all so the moment your guests walk in, they are wowed!

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EXPERIENTIAL
MARKETING
SOCIAL & CORPORATE
EVENTS
CONFERENCES
VIRTUAL 
EVENTS
PRODUCT
LAUNCHES
Our Work

We have a pretty badass portfolio. Here's some of our featured work.

We’ve been busy creating rad events and experiences for incredible clients. 

BRANDS WE'VE WORKED WITH:

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WHY PINK CACTUS?

Cacti are some of the most resilient plants. They can withstand extremities while still standing tall. Pink tinted cacti are unique and stand out from the rest of the bunch.

Just like us.

We are unique, we work hard to conquer any project, and we deliver top-notch work.

About Us

We're small by design & scale to specific project needs. We partner with the best
talent in the industry.

THE  TEAM

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Maria Aguiluz

Founder, Executive Producer

Maria has 18+ years experience in organizing, managing and executing activations & large-scale events to drive client initiatives and create unique customer experiences. Her sharp attention to detail, mega budget building skills, and ability to run a really tight ship are amongst her many strengths. Maria maintains a bright visionary approach to bringing concepts to life, navigating clients through all of the angles of how to achieve the best possible outcomes of their goals. Presentation and thoughtfulness drive everything Maria does and this a cornerstone that is ingrained into the company overall. She always goes the extra mile to ensure Pink Cactus Productions is  providing experiences that wow!

 

She was born in San Antonio y’all, raised in Mexico, studied in Paris, and trained in Los Angeles – the entertainment capital of the world. She planted her roots in Austin with her husband/business partner, their son, their daughter and their black-lab rescue named Mac.

 

Maria serves on the Executive Committee of Women United and is always looking for ways to give back to the community.

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Brittany Nelson

Executive Producer

With two decades of event experience, Brittany has been leading top productions for very elite group of clients. No job is too small, no task is too challenging for her amazing problem solving skills. Her expertise shines through every step of the production from budgeting, to time management, to project management to creative enhancement. 

Her attention to detail, superb knowledge and extremely friendly personality make her an all-time favorite partner for clients. 

Her latest endeavor has been developing a retreat center with full environmental and experiential programming in Costa Rica.

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Senior Event Producer

With over decade of experience in event design, production, and venue operations Chelsea thrives in understanding the client's needs and vision and crafting memorable brand experiences.

 

From launch parties to immersive experiential events to international conferences, her multifaceted expertise has optimized her approach. Chelsea specializes in designing and producing events that seamlessly blend creativity, precision, and strategic vision, always on time and on budget.


Her eye for design and attention to detail ensures that each event incorporates an optimal guest experience with an impactful brand narrative.

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Event Producer

In 2017 Bailey got her start in the events industry by launching art-centric showcases from concept through production. After discovering her natural knack for creating memorable experiences for all parties involved, she began her full-time pursuit in the events industry as a multi-venue events director.

Her exposure extends from talent buying night life headlining acts, coordination of creative showcase events to leading client relationships for corporate events.

Her appreciation for conceptualization, creative solutions and strength in emotional intelligence lend well to facilitating events that are considerate of all the possibilities, and the intuitive blending of client, vendor and guest relationships.

 

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Chief Business Officer-Multiplier

Luis is a leader in business and operations, a strategist and an Executive Producer. 

He helps brands meet and exceed their goals by building and managing cross-functional teams that deliver impactful and highly-profitable integrated marketing and business solutions.


For over 18 years Luis has partnered with some of the world’s most iconic brands working with world-class teams to produce remarkable creative and effective content.

 

He serves on the Board of Directors of Marathon Kids and advises Storey, a bi-coastal startup that helps brands tell stories built specifically for e-commerce.

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Creative Director

Amy is an idea generator, problem solver and artist that loves bringing to life creative solutions for her client's projects.

For over 15 years, she has had the privilege of working at some of the top agencies in the US. From starting her career at TBWA/Chiat/Day, where she established a strong foundation, to becoming a Creative Director at Deutsch and then a Group Creative Director at Possible. By working for shops big, small and of different disciplines, she gained a unique perspective in the advertising world.

Amy has had the good fortune of working in an industry that she loves and allows her to push her creativity every day.
 

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Associate Creative Director/Copywriter

Catharine is an LA-based writer who loves making brands feel a little more human.

 

She has spent her career creating work across film, digital, and experiential for Target, Google, Walmart, ABC, VW, Facebook, Clean & Clear, Red Bull, and Planet Fitness.

 

Originally from the South, one of her goals in life is to make “y’all” universally used across the U.S.

THE BEST TALENT IN THE INDUSTRY

CONTACT US

9901 Brodie Ln. Ste 160 – 336
Austin, TX 78748

512.222.8489

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