Mary Tribble
Current Title:
President & CEO
Joined the company:
July 1985
Previous positions at the company:
I’ve held them all.
Education:
B.A. Art Wake Forest University
Experience:
Seasonal gift wrapper, Belk Department Store
Field Researcher, Museum of Early Southern Decorative Arts
(In other words, nothing that applies!)
Professional affiliations:
ISES member (former President of Carolinas Chapter), Chamber of Commerce Executive Committee, Co-Chair of Chamber of Commerce Diversity Advisory Cabinet, Co-Founder & Co-Chair of Charlotte Green Team, Co-Founder of North Carolina Conference for Women
Community:
Catawba Lands Conservancy, Reynolda House Museum Entrepreneurial Leadership Circle at McColl School of Business
In addition:
Traveling to distant places to discover different cultures and nourish my spirit, yoga
What book(s) are you currently reading?
Blessed Unrest by Paul Hawken, Buddha by Karen Armstrong, The Andean Codex by J.E. Williams
Who are your role model(s)?
The Dalai Lama
What life event/experience has taught you the most?
10 years ago, my silent walk across the Sahara Desert that showed me the value of self-reflection and set me on a path toward understanding
Do you have a hidden talent?
I’m learning Spanish.
What do you enjoy most about your job?
Watching the people around me grow and contribute to the company and community
What is your “dream project” to work on at TCG?
Anything that inspires people and creates positive change
If you were a Superhero, who would you be?
Tablang, a trickster Tibetan spirit who can manifest himself in many forms and bring you luck
Favorite quote:
"Work your truth in the camouflage you are given."
Pets:
Buddy the Cat
Zodiac/Birthday:
Scorpio, Nov. 9
Music in your iTunes/iPod/CD player right now:
Norah Jones, Noah Paley, James Taylor, Bruce Springsteen, Jimmy Buffett
Judy Advent
Current Title:
Executive/Sales Assistant
Joined the company:
Summer 2006
Education:
BA in Journalism from University of South Carolina
Graduate Studies in Social Work Columbia University in NYC
Community:
Often involved in volunteer work – Just completed training at Hands on Charlotte.
What book(s) are you currently reading?
A New Earth by Eckart Tolle
Who are your role model(s)?
My Parents
Do you have a hidden talent?
I love to refinish furniture.
What do you enjoy most about your job?
Working with such a great, creative group of people! I’m very lucky!
What is your “dream project” to work on at TCG?
A big, political event.
Favorite quote:
“It’s kind of fun to do the impossible.” - [Walt Disney]
Laura A. Brewer
Current Title:
Project Coordinator
Joined the company:
Summer 2007
Previous positions at the company:
Intern – Summer of 2006
Education:
BS in Hospitality management from East Carolina University
What do you enjoy most about your job?
The ability to do different things everyday and never be bored!
If you were a Superhero, who would you be?
Mary Poppins: She carries a magic purse full of surprises and is “Practically perfect in every way.”
Favorite quote:
“We do not remember days… we remember moments.” – [Cesare Paves]
Zodiac/Birthday:
Aries
Music in your iTunes/iPod/CD player right now:
Lots of random things…
Cassie Brown, CSEP
Current Title:
Director of Events
Joined the company:
July 2002
Previous positions at the company:
Project Manager, Senior Project Manager
Education:
Bachelor of Science – Hotel, Restaurant, Tourism Administration from Univ of South Carolina
Master of Tourism & Event Management
CSEP – Certified Special Events Professional
Experience:
Banquet Captain for a Catering Company – Charleston, SC
Ast Manager – Private Country Club in Newport Beach, CA
Ast Restaurant Manager – icky restaurant in Charleston, SC
Ast F&B Director/Wedding Coordinator – opened a hotel in Charleston, SC
F&B Director – Charleston, SC
Professional affiliations:
ISES – President Elect (will be President in July)
In addition: Travel, Reading, Gym
What do you enjoy most about your job?
That it changes a lot.
What is your “dream project” to work on at TCG?
Presidential Inaugural Ball
If you were a Superhero, who would you be?
Storm – could control the weather
Favorite quote:
“Do one thing that scares you everyday” – [Eleanor Roosevelt]
Pets:
dog – karma, cat – Little Kitty, 2 frogs – Neiman and Marcus
Zodiac/Birthday:
Taurus, May 2
Music in your iTunes/iPod/CD player right now:
lots of stuff on the ipod…favorite playlists – Wacky Workout and Sing-a-long Songs (I like alliteration)
Jacqui Chenard
Current Title:
Project Manager
Joined the company:
July 2007
Experience:
With years of experience in the event industry, Jacqui’s experiences have been filled with the opportunity to execute many extraordinary projects such as the Olympic Games, press conferences and VIP services in conjunction many incentive programs and sports marketing efforts. Having directed major events, business conferences and social events both domestically and internationally, she brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the TCG Team.
Professional affiliations:
Past member: MPI, Boston Chapter
Active Member: Boston Convention and Visitors Bureau
Favorite quote:
"Not only is another world possible, she is on her way.
On a quiet day, I can hear her breathing."
Zodiac/Birthday:
February, Aquarius
Patty Drummond
Current Title:
Business Operations Manager
Joined the company:
March 2000
Previous positions at the company:
Office Manager
Accounting & Project Manager
Education:
Whittemore School of Business, University of New Hampshire, B.S. in Hotel Administration
Experience:
10 years in the hotel business (Rooms Division Management) prior to joining TCG.
Professional affiliations:
Charlotte Area Hotel Association
Hospitality & Tourism Alliance
In addition:
Love to spend time with husband, Dave and daughter, Lena.
What book(s) are you currently reading?
Infidel and Water for Elephants
What life event/experience has taught you the most?
Becoming a parent
What do you enjoy most about your job?
Although I am not onsite often, I do get the most satisfaction when I see that the guests are completely enjoying themselves.
Pets:
Two kittens, Mugsy and Bugsy
Zodiac/Birthday:
Virgo/August 31
Music in your iTunes/iPod/CD player right now:
Johnny Cash, Pink Floyd, Led Zeppelin and Neil Diamond
Stacey Evans
Current Title:
Project Administrator
Joined the company:
Fall 2005
Previous positions at the company:
Project Coordinator
Education:
BS Communications, journalism concentration – Appalachian State University
Certificate in Meeting and Event Planning – UNC Charlotte
Experience:
Coordinator and Director of Special Events for children’s health organization – managed volunteer committees and organized/planned numerous fundraising special events including an auction that doubled its attendance and revenue in its second year.
Volunteer Coordinator for residential substance abuse program – managed volunteers and organized/planned short and long term volunteer projects including a week-long onsite beautification project with 700plus volunteers.
In addition:
Stacey is a native Charlottean and is proud to call Charlotte her home.
What book(s) are you currently reading?
The Glass Castle by Jeannette Walls
Who are your role model(s)?
My mom.
Do you have a hidden talent?
I love to Karaoke – any genre, any time.
Music in your iTunes/iPod/CD player right now:
The Jayhawks and A Flock of Seagulls.
Rick Fitts
Current Title:
Vice President Production Services
Joined the company:
January 2006
Previous positions at the company:
Produced videos and event media with Tribble Creative Group for over 10 years before merging Fitts Production Associates with Tribble Creative Group and joining the Tribble Team as Vice President of Production Services.
Education:
Yes.
Experience:
Started with Metrotape Producer Services as an intern while attending Central Piedmont Community College and then purchased the company 19 years later, forming Fitts Production Associates. Credits include producing and directing special event entertainment and corporate award shows internationally, working in Australia, China and South Korea. Corporate film projects include production work in Germany and France. Director, Producer, Editor, Videographer, Motion Graphics Specialist and recipient of multiple production awards.
Professional affiliations:
Member of Alfa Romeo Owners Club and The YMCA Of Greater Charlotte.
Community:
Long time YMCA volunteer serving as live event producer and director for the YMCA of Greater Charlotte’s Annual Community Prayer Breakfast. Prayer Breakfast committee member for the last 7 years.
In-kind production services include interviewing William Shatner for the “Mighty Riders” promotional video. “Mighty Riders” is an organization that serves handicapped children through an equine therapy program. Produced “Absolutely Positive” a video about the on-going struggle of residents of The House of Mercy, an Aids Hospice supported by the Sisters of Mercy. The video received the Juror’s Choice Award at the “Project Love light” film festival sponsored by The Light Factory in Charlotte, NC.
In addition:
Married with two amazing children in elementary school. Officially known as “Soccer-Dad”.
What book(s) are you currently reading?
Hells Angles by Hunter S. Thompson
The Bible – Various authors
Leadership and Self-Deception – The Arbinger Institute
Who are your role model(s)?
Jesus and Dennis Hopper
What life event/experience has taught you the most?
Becoming a father has taught me more about life than anything previously experienced, changing the focus away from myself, looking outward for ways to improve the human condition.
Do you have a hidden talent?
Rock Singer
What do you enjoy most about your job?
The best part of my job is the creative collaboration with Clients and with TCG staff.
What is your “dream project” to work on at TCG?
Directing the live show for the Grammy Awards.
If you were a Superhero, who would you be?
Motion Graphics Man
Favorite quote:
#1. “Vancouver! Vancouver! This is it!” – [Radio transmission of the last known words ever spoken by David Johnston, volcanologist and photographer as Mount St. Helens erupted in 1980]
#2. “You Can’t Always Get What You Want” – [Famous English Poet and Philosopher – Mick Jagger]
Zodiac/Birthday:
Virgo
Music in your iTunes/iPod/CD player right now:
Today’s playlist: Velvet Revolver, James Brown and The Verve.
Erica A de Flamand
Current Title:
Designer
Joined the company:
Spring 2007
Education:
BFA - Graphic Design, University of Connecticut,2003
Experience:
Freelance designer and photographer;
Adjunct Professor – Design I, Intro to Graphics and Digital Photography – York Tech
Designer & Art Director – Adventures in Travel Expo & Conference
Professional affiliations:
AIGA – National and Charlotte Chapter
Graphic Artists Guild
Creative Services Council – Charlotte Chamber of Commerce
Community:
Salon Theatre – Managing Partner
The SavingAida Foundation – Founder
Misty Meadows Mitey Riders – Equine Therapy Instructor & Volunteer
drumSTRONG – Volunteer for the 24-Hour Drum-A-Thon Cancer Research Fundraiser
24-Hours-of-Booty – Member of the drumSTRONG cycling team
Second Harvest Food Bank – Volunteer
Foster Mom and Bottle-feeder for Carolina-based animal rescues
What book(s) are you currently reading?
Animals in Translation: Using the Mysteries of Autism to Decode Animal Behavior by Temple Grandin and Catherine Johnson
Favorite quote:
"Don’t see yourself as a designer, see yourself as a citizen. Use your tools as a designer to participate as a citizen. Whatever you do in your private life and in your work life are not separate, and you can’t really see design as only talking to other designers, it’s part of society." - [J. Barnbrook]
Pets:
Aida, an English Pointer, and other assorted 4-legged creatures.
Zodiac/Birthday:
July 17 – Cancer
Music in your iTunes/iPod/CD player right now:
Stephen Kellogg, Matt Nathanson, Wilco, Joshua James, Joe Purdy, Jack Jhnson, Mason Jennings, Coldplay, Greg Laswell, Iron & Wine, Death Cab for Cutie, Slackstring, David Gray, Ben Folds, The Bravery and some country music for good measure.
Lyndsay Hamm
Current Title:
Project Coordinator
Joined the company:
Summer 2007
Education:
West Virginia University
Bachelor of Science in Journalism
Concentration in Public Relations
Experience:
Lyndsay brings a range of event experience with her to Tribble Creative Group. She has planned meetings, special events, weddings and trade shows in the D.C. Metro area for more than six years. She has worked for such notable companies as Design Cuisine, National Rural Electric Cooperative Association (NRECA) and the Washington Hospital Center before moving to Charlotte in December of 2006.
In addition:
For the moment, my hobby has been planning my wedding. That takes up basically all my free time!
What book(s) are you currently reading?
Eat This Not That - It’s actually been a really interesting book! I am more of a “if it’s a good book they’ll make a movie out of it” kinda girl.
What life event/experience has taught you the most?
Being down-sized from a company really was the most eye-opening experience I’ve ever had. It really teaches you that nothing is permanent and to ALWAYS have a plan B!!!
Do you have a hidden talent?
I know way too much than any person should about entertainment news/gossip. So if you need a trivia partner, I’m your girl!
What do you enjoy most about your job?
My favorite part of being an event planner is being onsite and seeing all of your ideas and hard work become an event right before your eyes. It’s really rewarding!
If you were a Superhero, who would you be?
Kim Possible – her motto is “I can do anything!”
Pets:
My fiancé and I have a dog named Sally. She’s a Pit/Lab/Greyhound mix and she’s a little nutty
Zodiac/Birthday:
Aries – April 6th
Music in your iTunes/iPod/CD player right now:
I have it all; Movie Soundtracks, 80’s Music, Top 40, 70’s. I love all kinds of music!
Randall Hitt
Current Title:
Director of Marketing and Communications
Joined the company:
Fall of 2003
Previous positions at the company:
Marketing and Communications Manager
Education:
Masters, Public Administration
B.S., Criminal Justice
Experience:
Before joining Tribble Creative Group, Randall spent more than ten years in the nonprofit field working primarily in development, marketing and communications.
Professional affiliations:
Public Relations Society of America – Charlotte Chapter
In addition:
While not at work, Randall enjoys quality family time with his wife and three young daughters.
Do you have a hidden talent?
The handbone.
Favorite quote:
“Conditions are never just right.” - [William Feather]
Kim Martin
Current Title:
Senior Project Coordinator
Joined the company:
Spring 2006
Previous positions at the company:
Internship, Contract Work, Coordinator
Education:
B.S. Business Administration; Concentration in Marketing
Experience:
Development Office, Discovery Place Inc, Charlotte, NC
Professional affiliations:
ISES Member
What book(s) are you currently reading?
The Tipping Point by Malcolm Gladwell
Do you have a hidden talent?
Encyclopedia for “Friends” trivia
Favorite quote:
"The artist is nothing without the gift, but the gift is nothing without work."
- [Emile Zola]
Music in your iTunes/iPod/CD player right now:
Let it Be by Paul McCartney
Amanda Pagliarini
Current Title:
Sales Manager
Joined the company:
Summer 2007
Education:
George Mason University; BA Communication
Experience:
Freddie Mac – Event Coordinator
Spherion - Account Executive
Professional affiliations:
MPI
Community:
CASA Volunteer
United Family Services
In addition:
Trained dancer and choreographer
Creative writing
Self-titled office matchmaker
Who are your role model(s)?
I have always been quite moved and inspired by those who are both audacious and honest.
What life event/experience has taught you the most?
Holding a friend’s hand as they endure the pain, or feel the joy, brought on by someone else has taught me the most about the how my actions affect others, good and bad.
Do you have a hidden talent?
Oh no, I make sure to brag endlessly about all of my talents.
What do you enjoy most about your job?
I consider myself extraordinarily lucky to have a job where I don’t dread Monday morning. The best part of my job though, are the people I get to work with. It is like having a second family. It’s also quite enjoyable being the funniest, though sometimes, I can’t take the pressure.
What is your “dream project” to work on at TCG?
MTV Video Music Awards
Favorite quote:
“Take into account that great love and great achievements involve great risk.”
Pets:
My boxer JJ who is the absolute love of my life and arguably the cutest dog on the planet. Literally.
Zodiac/Birthday:
Aries, March 26
Music in your iTunes/iPod/CD player right now:
A motley mix of Frank Sinatra, James Blunt, The Chemical Brothers, Daft Punk, The O’Jays, and Chris Brown.
Kathy Redwine
Current Title:
Marketing and Communications Manager
Joined the company:
Fall 2002
Previous positions at the company:
Project Coordinator, Project Manager
Education:
Rollins College, BA Psychology
Experience:
Roush Racing - Sponsorship Account Manager and PR Representative
Community:
Board Member of Charlotte Coalition for Social Justice
In addition:
Family, outdoor activities, house projects
What book(s) are you currently reading?
Everyone Worth Knowing
What life event/experience has taught you the most?
To value and appreciate all aspects of life everyday
What do you enjoy most about your job?
The people I work with (both TCG staff and clients)
The challenges of our events
What is your “dream project” to work on at TCG?
Girls Rock the House program
Favorite quote:
"The revolution will not be televised" – [Gil Scott Heron]
Pets:
Spencer – Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Children:
Grant – 14 months
Zodiac/Birthday:
Gemini - June 5
Music in your iTunes/iPod/CD player right now:
U2, Snow Patrol
Emily Travis
Current Title:
Project Coordinator
Joined the company:
July 2007
Education:
Miami University, 1999, Graduated Cum Laude
Experience:
Administrative Coordinator - Joint Congressional Committee on Inaugural Ceremonies
Membership Development Coordinator – Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce
Programs Manager – Around Austin, Inc.
Events Director/Marketing Coordinator – HBMG Foundation
Executive Director – HBMG Foundation
Professional affiliations:
MPI
Community:
Current:
Member, CHOA (Charlotte Outdoors Association)
Swim Instructor, Dowd YMCA
Past:
People4People, benefiting People’s Community Clinic of Austin - Committee Chair (2003 – 2006)
Summer Camp Counselor – Any Baby Can Camp Grey Dove (Summer 2006)
Transportation Chair – Austin Fine Arts Alliance’ Night in the Galleries (Spring 2006)
In addition:
I’m definitely what you would call an outdoor enthusiast. I love almost all outdoor activities (no skydiving for me) and enjoy staying active. I also exercise often and am usually training for some upcoming triathlon. Outside of work and exercise, I spend as much time as possible with my friends and family.
What book(s) are you currently reading?
Eat, Pray, Love
Do you have a hidden talent?
I play the piano
What do you enjoy most about your job?
I absolutely love the people I work with!
Favorite quote:
”I've learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.”
Zodiac/Birthday:
June 11 – Gemini
Music in your iTunes/iPod/CD player right now:
Pat Green, Kasey Chambers, Alabama, John Mayer, Carrie Underwood, Justin Timberlake, Randy Rogers Band, Sugarland, Rascal Flats, Phantom of the Opera soundtrack…my music interests are all over the map!