Very Mary Inspired is a lifestyle brand focused on building a supportive and creative community.  Mary Phan started her career as a wedding planner and event designer in 2008 formally known as Very Merry Events.  She recently rebranded to help inspire other creatives reignite their passion for their businesses.  Mary also launched “The Sketchbook Series for Creative Professionals” to teach other creatives how to sketch their ideas and bring them to life.  Her mission is to help others dream bigger and pursue their ambitions while staying authentic to her brand.  Her attention to detail and formal background in design serve as the foundation of her work, while helping people discover their true passions fuels her desire to build this community.  Very Mary Inspired offers workshops, hands-on learning retreats, community-building, products, and mentorship.

Mary enjoys  spending quality time with her husband, Chris, and two boys, Noah and Elijah.  She loves discovering local eateries found off the beaten path, and you might find her spending hours window shopping for that last bit of inspiration. When she’s not business planning, you can find Mary engaged in great conversations with friends, catching up on her weekly television shows, and conjuring up new life adventures.