Our Team
Abbie Dennison
Venue Director
What is the most inspiring part of your job? So many things. I think what inspires me the most is getting to empower women on our team while giving back to women in our community. There is nothing that motivates me more when I have had a hard day.
What is your favorite part of a wedding? The moment just before a bride walks down the aisle. It is the moment you feel all the emotions from the day at once… excitement, nerves, a little fear, joy, anticipation... I wish I could bottle that feeling up!
Coffee or Cocktails? What is your go-to order? Impossible to choose one over the other! A black pour-over in the morning, and Gin & Tonic with lots of lime at night!
Danielle Davis
Assistant Director
Favorite wedding trend? Fun culinary experiences! I recently saw an oyster bar at a wedding - so much fun!
What is the most inspiring part of your job? I love seeing people's families and friends come together to celebrate them in special moments. It's so inspiring and rewarding to see.
What fictional place would you most like to visit? Why? I recently read the ACOTAR book series so only book nerds will get this, but The Night Court. A place with castles and stars - I'm in!
Naomi Leestma
Booking Coordinator
What is your favorite part of a wedding? Ceremony, especially during the couples reciting their vows to one another. Always brings me to tears! I adore hearing how much love and affirmation they have for each other!
What is something small that always makes you smile? Fresh Flowers! :)
Coffee or Cocktails? What is your go-to order? Coffee for sure. I need a cup a day to function! My favorite these days is a Cinnamon Dolce Latte at Starbucks but most days I make a French Press at home and add a splash of creamer...
Beth Chick
VENUE COORDINATOR
What is your favorite part of a wedding? All the emotions -There are so many emotions going on during a wedding day, from the love between a couple to the pride of their parents to the joy of flower girls. It’s part of what makes wedding days so incredibly special.
The best advice I've ever been given is: Don’t worry about having everything figured out because you never will. The best thing you can do is make progress, no matter how slow. Moving in the right direction is more important than arriving.
Coffee or Cocktails? What is your go to order? It’s so hard to choose! I love a fun cocktail at dinner so probably a Tom Collins or a Gin and Tonic.
Kena Malon
VENUE COORDINATOR
What is your favorite part of a wedding? My favorite part of a wedding is seeing every detail come together. Seeing people's special moments come to life is the best!
One food you refuse to share with others? Any sweet treat. Whether it's ice cream or candy, I have to have my sweet treat and I won't be sharing!
Coffee or Cocktails? What is your go to order?Coffee- always. My go to is an iced mocha latte, but I love trying new flavors as long as it's iced!
Megan Cellucci
VENUE COORDINATOR
What is the most inspiring part of your job? I love being apart of everyone's special day. The whole day is so special for everyone and getting the opportunity to do that is truly amazing and it brings me a lot of joy and its very rewarding as well. .
Favorite wedding trend? Late night snacks are amazing. I've seen so many options between pretzel bites, wings, cereal, pizza, and Chick-Fil-A. Best thing near the end of a wedding!
What is your favorite thing to do in Grand Rapids? Walking downtown! It's such a cool city and there are so many niche spots to check out whether that be breweries, coffee spots, bars, and more. Plus it's fun to come when ArtPrize is happening or any other local events!