“In the beginning,” – as Marianne likes to say – there was a small tool company owned by Marianne’s father-in-law. Bert’s Rental Center was a tool rental store that serviced Bethany and the OKC metro area. In 1986, Marianne and her then-husband converted the business into Northwest Party and Wedding Rentals. Their inventory was half party equipment and half tool equipment. Working with such different clientele was a challenge, and as the company grew and acquired inventory from a closing rental company, the decision was made to split the company! From there, Bert’s Party and Wedding Rentals was born. A showroom and warehouse were purchased on Britton Road that served as the main business location for 18 years. After a surplus of new inventory, extra storage facilities and lots of life later, the business had established itself as one of the best party rental companies in Oklahoma! And, finally, in 1991, the company’s name was changed to Marianne’s Rentals for Special Events – the brand you know and love.