About Us

About the Founder

 

Hi, I’m Ornela — a real estate professional, entrepreneur, wife, and mom of two who believes that beauty, efficiency, and heartfelt service should go hand-in-hand.

 

Last year, I came across a fall porch décor service that I instantly fell in love with — the kind of dreamy heirloom pumpkin displays I wished I could order for my own home here in Naples. But I quickly realized: nothing like it existed locally. As a busy mom and fall enthusiast, I saw the gap… and decided to fill it.

 

Portico Pumpkins was born from that moment — from being a customer with a vision and nowhere to turn. Thanks to my background in luxury real estate, I already had the systems, network, and logistics in place. I’m used to driving across town at odd hours to deliver a set of keys. I work closely with local vendors, assistants, delivery drivers, and service providers daily. I know the people who make this city run — and I know how to get things done.

 

So when it came to launching Portico Pumpkins, I already had the tools and the team to make it happen — from sourcing the most beautiful pumpkins to delivering an unforgettable front porch experience with the same attention to detail I bring to staging homes.

 

Whether you’re creating lasting fall memories with your family, hosting friends, or just want to make the neighbors a little jealous, I’m here to help make your porch picture-perfect.

 

With deep local roots, a passion for aesthetics, and a clear understanding that the customer experience is everything — I built Portico Pumpkins to bring joy, beauty, and ease to your home this fall.