We were lucky to catch up with Maretta Creek recently and have shared our conversation below.

Maretta , looking forward to hearing all of your stories today. Finding those key vendors can often be make or break for a brand. Can you talk to us about how you found your key vendors?

Securing the right vendor partnership is a fundamental requirement for my business. I uncover exceptional vendors through referrals and active participation in industry communities. First, I initiate contact to communicate my needs and foster a relationship. If the experience is favorable, I continue to collaborate. Establishing business relationships and networking is crucial. When evaluating vendors, I place high importance on factors such as: Quality products/services, superior customer service, clear contracts with expectations, streamlined payment systems, availability to communicate, organization, professionalism, timely follow-ups, quick issue resolution, efficient automations, strong brand reputation, and trustworthiness.

Maretta , before we move on to more of these sorts of questions, can you take some time to bring our readers up to speed on you and what you do?

My name is Maretta, owner and lead designer of Simply Maretta Creations. Several years ago, God delivered me from a toxic environment. I took leave and within 24 hours my health began to be restored. On leave, I began to fall back in love with my sewing machine and my gifts in peace. I grew to make approximately 200 face masks during the pandemic for family, friends and community.

I loved designing so much that I decided to jump head first in starting my own business. I went from designing and crafting freelance to establishing a LLC independently. Starting a business was so scary but so worth it. Simply Maretta Creations was born from a place of rest, love and joy that only God provided me.

From inception in 2021, I provided event planning and design services for weddings, anniversaries, baby showers, birthday from ages 1 to 90, college and prom celebrations and graduations. It wasn’t until late 2023, that God nudged me to change directions and settle in a niche for kids! As of January 1, 2025, I exclusively offer event designing services for baby showers and special occasions for kids in the DC, Maryland and Virginia area. I knew I was on the right track because as soon as I started to embrace the idea and be obedient, doors started opening.

I’m most proud of my steadfastness in my faith and resilience as a business owner, wife and mother. I would love for my fans to know that I have a big heart and business is fueled by integrity, faith, obedience, love and passion for art. Simply Maretta Creations aim to strive for a positive encounter with each client and deliver top tier services.

We’d love to hear the story of how you built up your social media audience?

Between Instagram and Facebook, I have a combined following of 320 from organic traffic. I haven’t used paid ads yet. I remember when I just 7 followers and I was patient and humble to have that. Since rebranding, I have allocated time to focus on batching content 30 days at time by strategically using tools and practices. With being consistent with content creation, I’ve seen a rapid growth of viewers that are non- followers from the US to the UK; which means that my reach is expanding. My advice for someone that is starting to build social media presence is to present your most creative and authentic self so people can buy into you. Your awesomeness converts a client. Open your phone, pick a relatable picture or video and post it with a message. Don’t second guess yourself. Find your voice and show up for your business.

Can you tell us about what’s worked well for you in terms of growing your clientele?

The most effective strategy to expand your clientele is to find a community in your industry that is worthy of strategic investments. You have to invest in yourself to grow. Building your skill set will help you to be more marketable and appealing to clients. Take a class from reputable experts to gain valuable insight to scale your business and offer current products to stay relevant. Put the blueprint to work and of course present your most authentic self.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://www.Simplymarettacreations.com
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simplymarettacreations
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SimplyMarettaCreations

Image Credits

KayBehindTheLens
TCS Photography
AmandaHPhotography
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