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Team of Experts

We recognize that for you to be successful, you need support

At Hyatt, we know that fully supported planners make for a seamless event experience. That’s why we provide extensive support for whatever kind of event you’re planning.

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Rick Mitrovich

Director of Event Management

Rick began his Hyatt journey after graduating with a degree in Hospitality from Michigan State University. His career has taken him across the country, from the Southeast to the West Coast and many stops in between.  Rick’s passion for the details ensures every event—whether it's a small wedding for 50 or a 6,000-person reception—is executed flawlessly. His deep knowledge and dedication to designing exceptional events makes him a trusted partner for creating unforgettable experiences.

Team of Experts

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Meghan Muxen

Senior Event Planning Manager

Meghan began her career in 2003 at the Grand Hyatt in events. From there, she has worked at 6 different Hyatt Hotels across the country and is back, now, at the Grand Hyatt excited to plan your next great event!

EMAIL MEGHAN

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Shannon Twilegar

Senior Event Planning Manager

Shannon began her Hyatt career in 2015 as a front desk agent and has worked her way up to Senior Event Planning Manager. Excited to plan your next event!

EMAIL SHANNON

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Yvette Moreno

Event Planning Manager

Yvette has worked at the property since 2015 in operations and events. She is excited to use her knowledge to assist you in planning a successful event.

EMAIL YVETTE

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Lauren Marks

Event Planning Manager

Lauren began her Hyatt career in 2016 as an Operations Corporate Management Trainee. Currently, she is an Event Planning Manager.

EMAIL LAUREN

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Michele Sprague

Associate Director of Events

Michele began her Hyatt Career in 2007 as a Corporate Management Trainee in Events and is currently an Associate Director of Events.

EMAIL MICHELE

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Gina Tagliapietra

Event Planning Manager

Gina began her Hyatt Career in 2011 and is currently an Event Planning Manager.

EMAIL GINA

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Jessica Tantardini

Senior Event Planning Manager

Jessica began her Hyatt career in 2007 as a Corporate Management Trainee.  Currently, she is a Senior Event Planning Manager.

EMAIL JESSICA

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Michele Snyder

Associate Director of Events

Michele started her Hyatt career in 2015, as a Senior Event Sales Manager, which lead to a position as a Senior Event Planning Manager and in 2020 she was promoted to Associate Director of Events.  

EMAIL MICHELE

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Kate Tran

Event Planning Manager

Kate began her Hyatt career in 2008 at Hyatt Regency Orange County. Currently, she is now an Event Planning Manager since 2017.

EMAIL KATE

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Molly Dimas

Event Planning Manager

Molly began her Hyatt Career in 2018 and is currently an Event Planning Manager.

EMAIL MOLLY

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Monica Boldt

Event Planning Manager

Monica began her Hyatt Career in 2006 and is currently an Event Planning Manager. 

EMAIL MONICA

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Kelsey Torbik

Event Planning Manager

Kelsey began her Hyatt career in 2017 at the Hyatt Regency Chicago. Since then she has relocated to the Manchester Grand San Diego as an Event Planning Manager. 

EMAIL KELSEY

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Betz Rubio

Event Planning Manager

Betz began her Hyatt career in 2014 at the Grand Hyatt Denver.  From the Rocky Mountains to the Pacific Ocean, she is now an Event Planning Manager at the Grand Hyatt San Diego.

EMAIL BETZ

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Ali Exum

Event Sales Manager

Ali began her career in 2022 at the Hyatt Regency Chicago as a Corporate Manager Trainee and was then promoted to Event Planning Manager. Since then she has relocated to the Manchester Grand San Diego as Event Sales Manager.

EMAIL ALI

Preferred Vendors

We’ve established a partnership with these vendors that have a proven track record of working with our hotel and customers to deliver successful events. We’ve done the research and put them to the test, so you don’t have to!

ACCESS

Destination Management Company

At ACCESS, we don’t just focus on what your event should be, but why your event should be at all.  We collaborate with you to transform your events into shared experiences – because shared experiences create the opportunity to both inspire and be inspired, and inspired people drive organizational change.

Tel: 619-299-2200

Email: contact@accessdmc.com

PRA

Destination Management Company

Choose the quintessential California ambience of America’s Finest City for your next program. Our lively team in San Diego loves to exceed your business goals and bring joy to your guests through uncommon, authentic local experiences. We can lighten your workload and make you shine.

Tel: 619-234-9440

Email: SanDiegoInfo@PRA.com

Single Digits

Internet Provider

We give end users THE CONNECTED LIFE EXPERIENCE – the SEAMLESS, EFFORTLESS, AND ROBUST CONNECTIVITY EXPERIENCE they expect, and shows property owners how to BREAK THE BOUNDS OF UNINSPIRED CONNECTIVITY to increase revenue, improve customer and resident satisfaction and ultimately increase the value of their property.

Tel: 619-358-6666

Email: mgewarges@singledigits.com

Innovative Expo

Trade Show Service Contractor

Trade shows and conferences are the perfect way to bring people together, promote your work, and accelerate your career. But they’re also a lot of work. That’s where we come in. When you choose Innovative Expo as your trade show service contractor, you’re choosing a valuable partnership that will save you stress and propel your event to success. We offer all the services you need—from furniture rental to graphic design—to host an unforgettable and beneficial conference or trade show.

Tel: 800-332-8834 

Email: sales@innovativeexpo.com