Each and every one of our employees represent the spirit of our family-owned company; driven, committed, and acutely aware of how important customer service and flawless execution of your event is from day one. We go to great lengths to identify self-starters with diverse experience and skill sets to produce not just an effective workplace, but a well-rounded talented and complementary team. Learn more about our team members below and what makes their job so fulfilling.
Kayla graduated from The Ohio State University, Bachelor’s Degree in Health Sciences. She didn’t think she would end up in this field. She had just graduated and was ready to apply to Graduate Schools when Joy and Joanna offered her this position. She likes traveling, Ohio State Football, snuggling up with a warm blanket and a good book, eating Chipotle. Her dad, Mark, who is the chef of our catering company, Gourmet Fresh. Her mom, Polly, who works as a Server/Captain in her free time. And her one sister, Megan, who got married at WatersEdge because she just loved it that much! She has two furry kitties, named Enzo (3 yrs) and Elphie (12 wks). Kayla worked with the company for almost 6 years, and has held a lot of positions along the way. She started as a dishwasher when she was 18 and was promoted to a server/captain with the catering company. Then was hired on as a Facility Manager to work weddings, and now an event coordinator for WatersEdge. She loves getting to know each client on a personal level as we communicate throughout the process, and strives to go above and beyond to make your day everything you hoped for! Born and raised in Columbus, Ohio. She is recently engaged and will be getting married in March 2019.
Chris received an AS in Finance from Columbus State Community College and BS in Financial Management from Franklin University/BS in Business Administration from Franklin University.
He’s interested in Cleveland sports (including the Browns L), Music, Woodworking, Dogs. And of course the Buckeyes! His parents are Greg and Peggy. He has 5 brothers Greg, Pat, Dan, Matt, Nick. 3 nephews, Jackson, Grayson, and Avery. And one boxer pup named (Betty) White Dog.
Prior Army National Guard Infantry Team Leader where he gained a familiarity with logistics and operations and an interest in business. He worked his way through college as accounts payable for Brookshire/Watersedge/Gourmet Fresh. 1 year as finance director, going on 2 and loving it.
He plays guitar (most would say poorly) and loves it more than anything. He’s also this years’ champion of the ‘Star Lanes Annual Christmas Party Bowling Blowout Extravaganza and claims that Kayla Lutz is jealous. He was born in Cleveland, OH and raised in Painesville, OH where he played soccer and ran track for the Riverside Beavers. The most menacing of mascots.
Michael is the Associate Director of Corporate and Social Events at Waters Edge, Brookshire, and The Estate at New Albany. He works closely with our clients to plan, coordinate, and execute flawless events from initiation to follow-up. Michael earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Recreation Programming from Trine University (Ind.) where he was a member of the Trine University Thunder football team, earning three NCAA conference championships. He went on to receive his Master’s Degree from Ohio University in Recreation and Leisure Management and completed an internship at The Family Circle Cup WTA affiliated event in Charleston, South Carolina. Prior to moving to Columbus to be with his wife, Michael was the Event Coordinator for The Peoria Riverfront in Peoria, Illinois where he planned and coordinated outdoor concerts, festivals, and community events for the City. Some of Michael’s interests include hydroplane racing, NHRA drag racing, Detroit Sports, and spending time with his wife Carolina and bulldog Mighty. Michael can be reached at michael@watersedgeevents.biz, michael@brookshire.biz, michael@theestatenewalbany.biz, or by calling his work cell at 586.747.3762.
Rachel graduated from Kent State University with a Bachelor’s in Business Administration.
She is interested in architecture & interior design, finding new places for a weekend retreat, snow skiing and boating. She has 90lb. Fox-Red English Labrador named Clancy, he likes Pina Coladas and getting caught in the rain. She has almost 8 years of independent rep. experience in the great state of Ohio. She started in the Corporate & Social event business in September 2017 and she’s over-joyed to have made the jump into this industry! Rachel shares a birthday with the King of Pop and Game of Thrones is necessary.
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