Daniela Velasco, Founder of The Wedding Advocate

Founder & Wedding Advocate.

Luxury Wedding Consultant · Cancún · Riviera Maya · Tulum · Worldwide


I am a wedding and event designer with over 12 years of experience creating, producing, and directing celebrations across Mexico and international destinations — from intimate gatherings to large-scale productions.

Throughout my career, I built and operated multiple companies spanning event production, wedding planning, floral design, and creative direction — giving me a 360-degree understanding of how this industry actually works: from hotel contracts and vendor negotiations to commission structures and F&B minimums.

I have had the privilege of working alongside internationally recognized industry leaders, including David Beahm, and continued my professional development through advanced training with renowned designers Karen Tran and Preston Bailey.

That inside knowledge is now the foundation of something new.

In 2026, I founded The Wedding Advocate — the first independent consulting service dedicated exclusively to representing couples planning destination weddings in Mexico. Not the hotel. Not the planner. Not the vendors. The couple.

Most destination wedding problems don't happen on the wedding day. They happen months earlier, in the contracts nobody explained and the fees nobody disclosed. The Wedding Advocate exists to change that — giving couples the information they need before they sign, and the advocacy they deserve throughout the entire process.

I work directly with a curated network of luxury hotels and vetted vendors who share a commitment to transparent pricing. My clients access pre-negotiated conditions, honest guidance, and expert support — without the conflicts of interest that define the traditional planning model.

My work has taken me to some of the world's most celebrated destinations: Athens, the Athenian Riviera, Paris, Lake Como, New York, Los Angeles, Los Cabos, Acapulco, Cancún, Tulum, and the Riviera Maya.

Today I am integrating artificial intelligence, technology, and data-driven methodologies into the consulting process — so couples get faster answers, smarter decisions, and better outcomes.

Built from the inside out.

2026 – Present

Founder & Lead Advocate

The Wedding Advocate

Independent consulting firm representing couples planning destination weddings in Mexico. Services include pre-contract advisory, contract audit, vendor selection, hotel negotiation, and full wedding advocacy. Operates through a curated network of luxury hotels and vetted vendors committed to transparent pricing.

2013 – Present

Founder & Managing Director

Biename

Event production company specializing in luxury weddings, social events, and large-scale productions throughout Mexico. Responsible for operations, logistics, production management, vendor relations, budgeting, and execution across hundreds of destination celebrations.

2021 – Present

Founder & Creative Director

AVEC Planning

Boutique wedding planning and design firm specializing in luxury destination weddings and high-end social events. Creative direction, event design, planning, hospitality strategy, guest experience, and international event management.

2021 – Present

Founder & Creative Director

Mena Floral

Luxury floral design studio specializing in bespoke floral concepts and large-scale installations for weddings and luxury events. Focused on highly personalized floral experiences for discerning clientele and destination celebrations.

Luxury Weddings Destination Weddings Wedding Advocacy Contract Audit Hotel Negotiation Event Design Creative Direction Event Production Floral Design Luxury Hospitality Guest Experience Design International Events Budget Management Vendor Negotiation Team Leadership AI for Events Experiential Design

Ready to have someone on your side?

Start with a 30-minute consultation. You'll leave with a clear picture of where you stand — and exactly what to do next.

Book your call — $300