Laura Maita
Owner
Laura Maita, a Tampa, Florida native, completed an impressive tenure exceeding two decades in the hospitality sector prior to stepping into entrepreneurship. Guided by a deep passion for aesthetics, entertaining, and food, Laura founded Emerald Events & Catering in 2018. Since then, Emerald has become one of Tampa Bay’s premier event companies, proudly serving some of the region’s most elite residents and professional athletes.
Laura’s creative vision and the companys dedication to exceptional experiences have fueled the company’s growth and success, leading to the launch of Milk & Sugar, a mobile ice cream company, and The Party Shop Tampa, a boutique party store in South Tampa offering modern party supplies, gifts, and Emerald’s signature charcuterie boards.
Her ability to blend hospitality expertise with creative design has established Emerald as a leader in Tampa Bay’s event and entertaining community.