Paola Guarín Profile

Paola Guarín, from Barranquilla, Colombia, is the Education Manager at Sempertex and an international instructor with 19 years of experience in the balloon industry. Throughout her career, she has specialized in developing innovative décor styles that combine organic structures with distortion techniques, working with round balloons, Link-O-Loons, and 260’s to create distinctive and artistic compositions.

In her role at Sempertex, Paola leads educational initiatives and manages the brand’s international events and congresses, giving her the opportunity to collaborate, create, and share knowledge with balloon artists from all over the world. She designs and delivers professional training programs, helping to elevate technical standards and inspire creativity within the global balloon community.

Message for Japanese audience

"I am truly excited to be in Japan and to share this beautiful experience with all of you. For me,teaching is not only about techniques — it’s about connection, passion, and growing together. I can’t wait to exchange knowledge, learn from each other, explore Sempertex products, and practice new balloon designs side by side. I feel grateful for the opportunity to create, inspire,and celebrate our art together."

Valentina Rodriguez Profile

Valentina Rodriguez is a passionate Balloon Instructor and the Global Coordinator of the Master Balloon Professional (MBP) program . Based in Colombia but operating on a globalscale, Valentina is dedicated to transforming the industry one balloon at a time.

As a member of Sempertex, Valentina has participated in various conventions and seminar sacross numerous countries, including the United States, Mexico, Colombia, and Trinidad and Tobago. Beyond her educational role, she has been instrumental in developing and launching MBP evaluations in premier international markets such as China, Japan, Italy, Mexico, and Australia , among others. Valentina’s mission is centered on highlighting and upholding the elite decoration standards ofthe Master Balloon Professional program.

Her philosophy focuses on building a world wide community of top-tier artists where technical precision, aesthetic judgment, and innovation arethe core values.

Message for Japanese audience

"To all the talented artists in Japan: I am truly honored and excited to invite you to the Japan Balloon Festival , where I will be participating! This is a milestone event for us as we launchour very first MBP program in Japan . I cannot wait to work together, share our passion for balloons, and witness the incredible creativity of the Japanese community. Let’s reach new heights of excellence together"

Manson Lam Profile

Since 2006, he has been involved in the balloon industry, specializing in large-scale, story-driven displays as well as intricately woven, highly detailed balloon sculptures.

• WBC (World Balloon Convention) 2016 : Medium Sculpture Champion
• WBC 2018 : Large Sculpture Champion
• TIBA (Taiwan International Balloon Art) 2019 : Medium Sculpture Champion
• TIBA 2019 : Window Display 1st runner up

In 2024, he obtained the Master Balloon Professional (MBP) certification and has since been working internationally as an instructor, teaching across the United States, Mexico, Africa, Malaysia, China, Hong Kong, and Taiwan.

Message for Japanese audience

"To my fellow artists in Japan: Excellence is found in the smallest details. In this seminar, I want to share not just the 'how-to,' but the 'why' behind my designs. My goal is to help you master the balance between structural precision and artistic soul. I am thrilled to embark on this creative journey with you all—let’s create something unforgettable."

Song Ari Profile

Based in Cheongju, South Korea and Japan, she is the representative of the JFBA Japan Flower Balloon Association, actively engaged in teaching and promoting giant flowers and flower balloons.

She introduced flower balloons, originating in South Korea, to the Japanese market and established an educational system and the association itself. She is involved in a wide range of activities, including coordinating business between Japanese and Korean companies, supporting instructor training, and collaborating with material manufacturers.

She proposes comprehensive spatial designs that combine giant flowers and objects, exploring new styling possibilities through multi-material fusion. She is committed to creating an environment that is accessible even to those without advanced technical skills, aiming to further promote balloon culture.

Message for Japanese audience

"I look forward to the opportunity to share skills and artistic sensibilities with everyone in Japan and to learn from each other. Thank you very much for your kind support."