Detroit
Event Team
Lisa Duncan
Host
Lives in
- Detroit
Motto
- Stay Humble
Hobbies
- Shopping
Profession
- Finance
Rodney Howell
Host
Lives in
- Southfield
Motto
- Life is too short, not to live it to the fullest!
Hobbies
- Traveling
Profession
- Salon Owner/ Realtor
Kelly Pickett
Host
Lives in
- Detroit
Motto
-
Hobbies
- Cooking
Profession
- Chef , Restaurant owner, entrepreneur
Joy Santiago Clark
Host
Lives in
- Farmington Hills
Motto
- God First!
Hobbies
- Traveling
Profession
- Real Estate Broker
Jannett Isaacs
Head Leader
Lives in
- Kennesaw
Motto
- Love Live Laugh
Hobbies
- Music
Profession
- Making the world a better place to be!
Kadija Bowles
Group Leader
Lives in
- Detroit
Motto
-
Hobbies
-
Profession
-
Carolyn Craig-Clark
Group Leader
Lives in
- Southfield
Motto
- Have the day you deserve
Hobbies
- Dancing
Profession
- Mortgage Underwriter
Pier King Piepenbrok
Group Leader
Lives in
- Grosse Pointe Park
Motto
- Live, laugh, love
Hobbies
- Yoga
Profession
- Legal
Denetia Lyons
Group Leader
Lives in
- Detroit
Motto
-
Hobbies
- Cooking
Profession
- Chef
Tasha McEvans
Group Leader
Lives in
- Southfield
Motto
- Don't worry be happy!
Hobbies
- Dancing
Profession
- Health and Wellness
Blair Sawyers
Group Leader
Lives in
- Detroit
Motto
- Always be willing to help others
Hobbies
- Dancing
Profession
- Education
Kenyetta Watkins
Group Leader
Lives in
- Redford Charter Township
Motto
-
Hobbies
-
Profession
- Banking
Ebony Williams
Group Leader
Lives in
- Willis
Motto
-
Hobbies
-
Profession
-
Gina Adams
Table Leader
Lives in
- The Colony
Motto
-
Hobbies
-
Profession
- Retiree
Erica Adams-Williams
Table Leader
Lives in
- Farmington Hills
Motto
-
Hobbies
-
Profession
- Government
Rodney Bellamy
Table Leader
Lives in
- Oak Park
Motto
- Give your servant an understanding heart to discern your people
Hobbies
- Traveling
Profession
- Human Resources Leader
Kywona Bernard
Table Leader
Lives in
- Southfield
Motto
-
Hobbies
-
Profession
-
Tynicia Degraffenreid
Table Leader
Lives in
- Oak Park
Motto
-
Hobbies
-
Profession
- Admission Representative
Kamili Dunlap
Table Leader
Lives in
- Pontiac
Motto
-
Hobbies
-
Profession
- Price/Cost Analyst (Govt)
LaFawn Felder
Table Leader
Lives in
- Detroit
Motto
- Always leave room in your heart for the unimaginable!
Hobbies
- Wine
Profession
- Event Consultant
Reene Ferguson
Table Leader
Lives in
- Detroit
Motto
- The Sky's the Limit
Hobbies
- Photography
Profession
- Drone Pilot, Reinvention Strategist
Cornelius Gross
Table Leader
Lives in
- Detroit
Motto
-
Hobbies
-
Profession
-
Erica Henley
Table Leader
Lives in
- Southfield
Motto
- I don't believe in magic-I believe in good skincare and self-love!
Hobbies
- Dancing
Profession
- Manager-Detroit Land Bank Authority
Princess Sharita Irwin
Table Leader
Lives in
- Garden City
Motto
- God first
Hobbies
- Design
Profession
- Accounting
Michele Jackson
Table Leader
Lives in
- Southfield
Motto
- Live life passionately
Hobbies
- Traveling
Profession
- Marketing Account Management
Tanisha Johnson
Table Leader
Lives in
- SOUTHFIELD
Motto
-
Hobbies
-
Profession
- Teacher
Amy McCarty
Table Leader
Lives in
- Village of Clarkston
Motto
- Step by Step
Hobbies
- Traveling
Profession
- Consulting
LaToye Morris
Table Leader
Lives in
- Southfield
Motto
- Love, Laugh, & Live Each Day!
Hobbies
- Movies
Profession
- Events Specialist
Natalia Payne
Table Leader
Lives in
- Willis
Motto
-
Hobbies
-
Profession
-
Micah Santos
Table Leader
Lives in
- Livonia
Motto
-
Hobbies
-
Profession
- Architect
Antonice Strickland
Table Leader
Lives in
- Detroit
Motto
-
Hobbies
-
Profession
- Vice President
Charmian Summerville
Table Leader
Lives in
- Orlando
Motto
- Lead with insight. Build with heart.
Hobbies
- Design
Profession
- Event Planner
Denise Tyus
Table Leader
Lives in
- Farmington Hills
Motto
- Living To Make a Difference
Hobbies
- Shopping
Profession
- Therapist
Tara Walker
Table Leader
Lives in
- Farmington Hills
Motto
- Have fun living out loud!
Hobbies
-
Profession
- Nurse Practitioner
Gloria Ware
Table Leader
Lives in
- Southfield
Motto
-
Hobbies
- Dancing
Profession
- Retired
Brunetta Williams
Table Leader
Lives in
- Redford
Motto
-
Hobbies
-
Profession
- Entrepeneur
Tilisa Williams
Table Leader
Lives in
- Eastpointe
Motto
-
Hobbies
- Design
Profession
-
CARMEN WILSON
Table Leader
Lives in
- Southfield
Motto
-
Hobbies
- Cooking
Profession
-
Maria Young
Table Leader
Lives in
- Ferndale
Motto
-
Hobbies
-
Profession
- HR
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.
