Plan before you Leap: Ayala is building her part-time business while still working full-time in the financial services field.

Plan before you Leap: Ayala is building her part-time business while still working full-time in the financial services field.

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald, interviewed Audreanna Ayala.

🎙️ Episode Summary

She shares her inspiring journey from corporate finance professional to creative entrepreneur and founder of Ayala Balloon Events. Specializing in balloon décor and modern bounce house rentals, she has carved a niche in gender reveal events, blending artistry, family inspiration, and business savvy to create unforgettable experiences.

🔑 Key Points 👩‍💼 Background & Business Launch

  • Works full-time in financial services while building her balloon décor business.
  • Started in 2018 after becoming a mother and wanting to create unique party experiences for her children.
  • Learned balloon artistry through Pinterest inspiration and formal balloon décor classes.

“I’m an artist—a balloon décor artist—not a balloon twister.”

🎈 Business Focus: Balloon Décor & Bounce Houses

  • Offers custom balloon installations for weddings, birthdays, and corporate events.
  • Provides modern bounce house rentals—elegant, white, and photo-friendly for adult events like bridal showers.
  • Known for gender reveal setups with fireworks, detonators, and personalized backdrops.

“I’m creating core memories for every event in your life.”

💡 Creative Process & Client Experience

  • Clients often bring inspiration photos, which she adapts with her own artistic flair.
  • Emphasizes originality and refuses to replicate others’ designs exactly.
  • Offers consultation, setup, and follow-up to ensure satisfaction.

“I want people to know me for my technique—not someone else’s.”

📣 Marketing & Branding

  • Promotes primarily through Instagram, showcasing videos, stories, and behind-the-scenes content.
  • Leverages her identity as a mother and perfectionist to connect with clients emotionally.

“I know what it’s like to be a mom. I want everything to be perfect.”

🚩 Challenges & Pain Points

  • Corporate Events: Time constraints and setup logistics.
  • Gender Reveals: Ensuring the correct gender color and managing firework safety.
  • Last-Minute Changes: Accommodated when possible, but with additional fees.

“I don’t wear pink or blue to gender reveals—I stay neutral so I don’t give anything away.”

💰 Pricing & Operations

  • Prices based on:
    • Materials and equipment
    • Labor and setup time
    • Insurance and safety
    • Additional staff for large events
  • Emphasizes the importance of insurance and safety protocols, especially for fireworks and bounce houses.

🚀 Vision & Expansion

  • Plans to expand gender reveal services beyond Georgia.
  • Inspired by trends in Miami and aims to become a national leader in gender reveal experiences.
  • Encouraged by Rushion to own her niche and market herself as the go-to expert.

“You are the queen of gender reveals. Own it.” — Rashawn McDonald

📌 Quotes to Highlight

  • “Life doesn’t always go in order, but we can still create core memories.”
  • “I’m not in the business of replicating someone else’s art.”
  • “I want to be at the head of the gender reveal movement.”

#SHMS #STRAW #BEST

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