Vancouver
Event Team
Georgia Cuthbertson
Host
Lives in
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Motto
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Hobbies
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Profession
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Tahira Endean
Host
Lives in
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Motto
- Collaborate with intention.
Hobbies
- Traveling
Profession
- Event designer, facilitator, author and educator
Ryan Hill
Host
Lives in
- Peyton
Motto
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Hobbies
- Sports
Profession
- Leadership Consultancy / Military
Anthony Vade
Host
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Motto
- I'm moving fast, never in a hurry.
Hobbies
- Writing
Profession
- Chief Innovation Officer
Janet Andersen
Group Leader
Lives in
- Vancouver
Motto
- “Live as if you were to die tomorrow. Learn as if you were to live forever.” — Mahatma Gandhi
Hobbies
- Traveling
Profession
- Semi-Retired Strategist
Delaney Blewett
Group Leader
Lives in
- Vancouver
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Krista Gerlich-Fitzgerald
Group Leader
Lives in
- Port Coquitlam
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Delia Schatz
Group Leader
Lives in
- White Rock
Motto
- Well that's personal lol
Hobbies
- Cooking
Profession
- Managing Broker Commercial Real Estate
Caitlin Conrad
Table Leader
Lives in
- Maple Ridge
Motto
- Be yourself, like attracts like
Hobbies
- Traveling, the great outdoors
Profession
- Simulation Specialist
Francesca Corrado
Table Leader
Lives in
- Burnaby
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Janet Glassford
Table Leader
Lives in
- Vancouver
Motto
- What is For You, Will Not Go By You!
Hobbies
- Gardening
Profession
- Actor / Singer / Historical Interpreter
Dustin Hutton-Alcorn
Table Leader
Lives in
- Abbotsford
Motto
- Padam?
Hobbies
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Profession
- HR Business Partner
Ahmad Jumaa
Table Leader
Lives in
- North vancouver
Motto
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Hobbies
- Sports
Profession
- Sales Manager
Marissa Martin
Table Leader
Lives in
- Port Moody
Motto
- Tell everybody I'm on my way. New friends and new places to see. With blue skies ahead, yes I'm on my way :)
Hobbies
- Traveling
Profession
- Police Dispatcher
Sarah McGrath
Table Leader
Lives in
- Vancouver
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Luis Palmero Lopez
Table Leader
Lives in
- NORT VANCOUVER
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Yvonne Sharpe
Table Leader
Lives in
- Vancouver
Motto
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Hobbies
- Cooking
Profession
- Sales, Hospitality
Eduardo Silva
Table Leader
Lives in
- Vancouver
Motto
- Nov 19th
Hobbies
- Traveling
Profession
- Mechanical Engineer
Kelly Strain
Table Leader
Lives in
- Vancouver
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Krista Tau-Martinez
Table Leader
Lives in
- Vancouver
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Reba W
Table Leader
Lives in
- Vancouver
Motto
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Hobbies
- Dancing
Profession
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Reyna Zaremba
Table Leader
Lives in
- Vancouver
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Profession
- Physical Therapist
International team
Sandy Safi
Chief Executive Officer
Having started her career onstage in the performing arts, Sandy's love of the entertainment sector brought her to work in special events in 15 countries over the years. She has developed and managed large-scale concerts in Dubai, worked in the Opera world at prestigious locations such as the Los Angeles Opera, the Casino de Paris, and Barcelona's Gran Teatre del Liceu, and finally started her adventure with Diner en Blanc in 2011, when she applied her network and her experience to facilitate the first American Diner en Blanc in New York. She co-founded Diner en Blanc International in 2012, and then became the sole owner of the Diner en Blanc trademark and company in 2022. Above all, Sandy seeks to encourage creativity and connect culinary communities around the world.
Chantal Blanchard
Public Relations Specialist
As a publicist in the world of entertainment, Chantal was fortunate enough to travel the world for many years with Cirque du Soleil. Those amazing years on the road gave her the opportunity to somewhat satisfy her thirst for everything that is lifestyle i.e. food, wine, cocktails, fashion, urban life, architecture, design, etc. As Chantal would say “this career path and passion for all that is good in life predestined her to join the team of Diner en Blanc International.
Lucia Sacco
Accounting & HR
Lucia brings over 2 decades of administrative and accounting experience to Diner en Blanc International. She has worked in the event planning industry since 2007 whereby she occupied the position of Accounting Director and Office Manager. “I feel blessed to be able to combine my organizational skills and passion for bringing events to life towards a career at Diner en Blanc International,” says Lucia. Her interpersonal skills are an asset when communicating with hosts and dealing with accounting specialists or government offices, all the while maintaining a high level of integrity.
Zina Acherir
Project Manager
Zina is a passionate and creative professional with concrete organizational and planning skills. Her educational background in event management allows her to innovate, communicate and visually translate ideas and visions to memorable experiences. Zina enjoys networking, planning, and travelling. "Working at Diner en Blanc International allows me to practice my passion on a daily basis and gives me the opportunity to meet amazing hosts all around the world, which also gives me the advantage of learning about different cultures and how other cities manage events."
Jennifer Soto
Project Manager
Jennifer’s experience in management in the education sector gives her the perfect balance of leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills. She loves working with hosts around the world, helping them plan their events in an organized and timely manner, while showing empathy and understanding of each city’s differences and needs. “I feel privileged to work with the team of Diner En Blanc International and be surrounded by culture, diversity, food, music, and friendship.”
Fiorella Arbanil
Client Relations & Business Development
With over two decades of service in customer relations and twelve years of sales experience, Fiorella brings a wealth of expertise to her current role in Client Relations and Business Development. It is her mission to identify and secure hosts to produce Le Diner en Blanc events in cities worldwide. With a bachelor’s degree in advertising, marketing, and social media management, she has cultivated a strong foundation for driving strategic growth and fostering enduring client partnerships, and she is committed to expanding the reach and impact of Diner en Blanc globally.
Axelle Pierresteguy
IT Support & Project Manager
Axelle is a dynamic and youthful employee who has brought fresh and innovative ideas to the success of Le Diner en Blanc over the past few years. With a forward-thinking mindset and a talent for finding creative solutions, Axelle brings a vibrant energy to her work. She has always had a passion for the arts, including music, dance, theater, and filmmaking. Once she realized she could combine her love for the arts with her skills in managing and creating, she knew that the event-planning world was the perfect fit for her.
David Gallego
Full Stack Developer
David is a passionate software developer who brings creativity and dedication to every project. He believes that helping others meet their goals is how we drive innovation and create meaningful change. He also possesses the ability to adapt to different situations and offer a unique perspective which enriches discussions and fosters a culture of creative problem-solving.
