Your first connection : Meet our Sales Team
Your first connection : Meet our Sales Team
Each of our sales team members have a select number of venues that they manage and a specific market.
This makes them logistical experts when it comes to planning, understanding the needs of each venue and also the specific rules, policies and procedures of the particular venue.
This provides the highest level of customer service for your clients, and also maintains a streamlined working relationship for our venue partners. It’s a win-win for everyone, benefiting our mutual clients.
If you are unsure of who on our team manages a particular event venue, please feel free to contact sales@parkavecater.com, and we can connect you.
Dianne Martin
Partner, Director of Sales & Business Development
Since 2001
Dianne grew up in Cape Town, South Africa and started her career in the hotel industry planning corporate & social events. She found the perfect home for combining her passion for food, wine and event planning with Park Avenue Catering. Dianne currently manages corporate accounts, winery events, business development and leads an outstanding team of event specialists.
Meet the Team
all of whom have been working at Park Avenue for 5-25+ years. An exceptional team of knowledgeable, detail orientated, food-centric and organized individuals.
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Sharon Misaka-Van Giesen
Wedding Designer & Fundraiser Expert
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Since 1998
Sharon launched her event-planning career in 1995 at Current Affairs in Hawaii as the Special Events Coordinator for an event of 10,000 (featured in Special Events Magazine). Her other experiences, including retail, hotel and restaurant management enable Sharon to offer her wealth of knowledge for clients and colleagues alike.
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Janine Baines
Corporate, Social & Wedding Specialist
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Since 2003
Janine was a catering manager in her native South Africa. After making the move stateside, Janine joined Park Avenue Catering, bringing with her a fantastic combination of commitment, charisma and comprehensive attention to detail.
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Justine De Alba
Business Development & Wedding Specialist
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Since 2011
Justine was born and raised in San Francisco where she spent more than 20 years in the restaurant industry- largely focused on special events and management. In 2008, she and her family made the move to the wine country where she became a part of the Park Avenue team. Justine dedicates herself to providing her clients with positivity and professionalism.
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Anthony Levy
Wedding Specialist
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Since 2013
Anthony brings more than 20 years of experience in special events. Born and raised in England, Anthony has never taken for granted the bounty of fresh, local ingredients we are so lucky to enjoy in Sonoma County and relishes sharing this influence with his clients.
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Caitlin Doherty
Wedding Specialist
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Since 2015
Caitlin, a Sonoma County native, is the newest member of our incredible wedding catering team! After graduating from Sonoma State University in 2015, she joined the Park Avenue team and quickly moved up the ranks. She has worked as an event captain for 3+ years and has gained an extensive knowledge of our company. Caitlin is eager to share her expertise on a variety of venues, her meticulous attention to detail and her overall fun personality with wedding clients.
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John Diba
Corporate Specialist
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Since 2022
John, a Sonoma and Napa County native is part of the corporate team. With a degree in Hospitality and Beverage Management from UNLV and 12+ years experience in Napa Valley’s food and wine industry. He is welcomed addition to Park Avenue Catering.