Our Story
RobbinsOtoya is a globally recognized destination planning and design firm for weddings and events, led by Matthew Robbins and Luis Otoya.
OUR CORPORATE CLIENTS INCLUDE
Martha Stewart Living | Martha Stewart Weddings | Vera Wang | Sade | Ruinart Champagne | Mary J Blige | Tractenberg and Co | La Force & Stevens | Burts Bees | The Royal Foundation of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and Prince Harry | American Federation of the Arts | Dreaming Tree | Blue Hill at Stone Barns | Merrill Lynch | White and Case | The Soros Fund | Project Renewal | Alvin Ailey | Smashbox | Eileen Fisher | NBC and ABC
WE HAVE BEEN FEATURED BY
Martha Stewart Weddings I Flower Magazine I Sweet Paul I InStyle I New York Weddings I Oprah Magazine I Better Homes and Gardens I Food and Wine Magazine Garden Design I Martha Stewart Living I Vogue I JetSet I The Today Show I The View I The Nate Berkus Show I The Martha Stewart Show I Sirius/XM Radio Shows including The Frank DeCaro Show and Martha Stewart Radio
A little bit about us...
Matthew Robbins began his path in San Francisco, studying painting and art history while working at a chic Castro District flower shop, where his talent quickly stood out. He later collaborated with top Bay Area event designers, refining his craft.
After graduating, he moved to New York and launched Matthew Robbins Design in 2002. His fresh approach soon caught the attention of Martha Stewart’s editorial team, leading to a contributing editor role that boosted his reputation.
In 2015, Matthew and his husband, Luis Otoya, co-founded RobbinsOtoya, now a top destination wedding and event planning firm.
Matthew Robbins began his path in San Francisco, studying painting and art history while working at a chic Castro District flower shop, where his talent quickly stood out. He later collaborated with top Bay Area event designers, refining his craft.
After graduating, he moved to New York and launched Matthew Robbins Design in 2002. His fresh approach soon caught the attention of Martha Stewart’s editorial team, leading to a contributing editor role that boosted his reputation.
In 2015, Matthew and his husband, Luis Otoya, co-founded RobbinsOtoya, now a top destination wedding and event planning firm.
Luis Otoya, co-owner and Director of Events at RobbinsOtoya, combines business savvy, creativity, and warmth in every project.
Before co-founding the company, he spent over a decade running Evento & Cocina in Cartagena, Colombia, known for its elevated Colombian cuisine and features in Jamie Oliver Magazine, Sweet Paul, and Vogue Spain.
With a background in Business Management, Hospitality, and Culinary Arts, Luis blends strategic vision with thoughtful detail—earning clients’ trust through his calm, gracious approach and effortless event execution.
With our extensive travel & logistical expertise, & global network, we create your dream event.
Our team manages
every detail
There is so much that happens from the initial site visit to the event day. We guide our clients through the entire process. Along the way, we manage all the logistics for creating an incredible event while simultaneously designing a beautiful, authentic experience.
MEET OUR DREAM TEAM
Matthew Robbins
Founder, Co-owner, and Creative Director
Luis Otoya
Co-owner and Director of Events
Melissa Deane
Senior Event Planner and Project Manager
Vicente Paniagua
Design and Production Manager
Maggie Loudon
Event Planner
Luis Otoya
Co-owner and Director of Events
Paul Vitale
Director of Printed Materials and Communications
Natalija Bubalo
Director of Brand Collateral
Michael Mann
Business and Finance Manager