Meet the Team

Gina VanderZwaag
Event & Venue Manager

Gina VanderZwaag is a Venue & Event Manager at Emerson Lounge where she manages events and works closely with amazing clients. After starting as an intern in high school, Gina has worked her way up and now thrives in the fast-paced, creative world of event planning. When she’s not working, Gina loves spending time with friends and exploring new restaurants.

Kat Huff
Event & Venue Manager

Kat Huff is a Venue & Event Manager at Emerson Lounge, where she manages events and brings a creative touch to each celebration. Starting as a Venue Assistant, Kat quickly climbed the ranks, taking on her current role as Venue Manager. When she’s not at work, she loves gardening, painting, and spending time outdoors with her dog and husband.

Aden Barrios
Event & Venue Manager

Aden Barrios is an Event Manager at Ivy House, where he combines his passion for team building and event planning to create seamless, unforgettable experiences. With a background in game design and computer science, Aden brings a creative and problem-solving approach to his work. Outside of work, he enjoys Esports, drumming, and game design, which fuel his passion for creativity and teamwork.

Wendi Pairtiz
Food & Beverage Manager

Wendi Pairitz is the Food & Beverage Manager at Emerson Lounge, where she brings over 20 years of hospitality experience and a heart for service. A certified sommelier with a background at the prestigious Broadmoor Hotel, she’s passionate about creating memorable guest experiences and sharing her love of wine. Outside of work, Wendi enjoys outdoor adventures with her five kids and finds joy in connecting with people wherever she goes.

Linda Shipman
Corporate Event Manager

Linda Shipman is the Corporate Event Manager at Emerson Lounge where she brings energy, strategy, and a client-first mindset to every event. With a background in communications and a passion for working with corporate clients and non-profits, she loves seeing events come to life and clients walk away fulfilled. Outside of work, she enjoys entertaining, playing pickleball, and exploring creative home projects.

Andy Serrano
Bar Manager

Andy Serrano is the Bar Manager at Emerson Lounge where he thrives in creating memorable guest experiences and overseeing the bar for a variety of events. Starting as a part-time bartender, Andy quickly advanced in his role and now brings his passion for creativity and people management to every event. Outside of work, you can find him on the golf course or behind another bar.

Tiffany Timmer
Wedding Planning & Coordination Manager

Tiffany Timmer is the Wedding Planning & Coordination Manager at Port 393, where she uses her 10+ years of experience to craft personalized, seamless wedding experiences. Passionate about event design and timeline creation, Tiffany loves bringing each couple’s unique vision to life. Outside of work, she enjoys antiquing and indulging in iced coffee.

Chloe Lemkie
Day of Coordinator

Chloe Lemkie is a Day of Coordinator at Port 393 with a background in Hospitality & Tourism Management. Passionate about detail and client service, she excels in anticipating and fulfilling the needs of couples on their wedding day. Outside of work, Chloe enjoys outdoor activities like skiing and camping with her fiancé and dogs.

Heather Rich
Day of Coordinator

Heather Rich is a creative and compassionate Day-of Coordinator with over two years of experience in the wedding industry. She’s passionate about bringing her couples’ visions to life and ensuring they feel supported and stress-free on their big day.

Danielle Henderson
Day of Coordinator

Danielle Henderson is a thoughtful and detail-driven Day-of Coordinator who loves turning the moving parts of a wedding day into a seamless, joyful experience. With a background in event management and a passion for planning, she’s all about creating meaningful moments that couples will remember forever.

Nature Miller
Day of Coordinator

Nature Miller is a passionate Day-of Coordinator who combines creativity with precision to ensure every wedding day runs smoothly. With a background in bridal consulting and a love for connecting with people, she strives to make each couple's day as memorable and stress-free as possible.