New Orleans
Event Team
Sonya Cunningham
Host
Lives in
- Fountain Inn
Motto
- "Fight for the things that you care about, but do it in a way that will lead others to join you." Ruth Bader Ginsburg
Hobbies
- Traveling
Profession
-
Tara Robertson
Host
Lives in
- Charlotte
Motto
- When life hands you lemons, craft something so extraordinary that the world forgets they were ever lemons.
Hobbies
- Traveling
Profession
- The queen of unforgettable soirées
Christina Isaacs
Head Leader
Lives in
- Acworth
Motto
- Your smile could change the course of somebodies Life.....So SMILE and have some fun!
Hobbies
- Photography
Profession
- Educator & Event Planner & Wedding Coordinator
Tonia Bailey Evanson
Group Leader
Lives in
- kennesaw
Motto
- My mission in life is not merely to survive, but to thrive; and to do so with passion, compassion, humor, and a little style.
Hobbies
- Gardening
Profession
- School Administrator
Charles Harris
Group Leader
Lives in
- Lacombe
Motto
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Hobbies
-
Profession
- Medical Logistics
joye harris
Group Leader
Lives in
- Baton Rouge
Motto
-
Hobbies
-
Profession
-
Nickie Harris-Ray
Group Leader
Lives in
- Diamondhead
Motto
-
Hobbies
- Traveling
Profession
- Doc
Jannett Isaacs
Group Leader
Lives in
- Acworth
Motto
- Love Live Laugh
Hobbies
-
Profession
- Making the world a better place to be!
Nikita "Mickey" Milton
Group Leader
Lives in
- New Orleans
Motto
- It's okay to be perfectly IMPERFECT!
Hobbies
- Wine
Profession
- Professor/Higher Education Administrator
Daina Mims
Group Leader
Lives in
- New Orleans
Motto
-
Hobbies
-
Profession
-
Tracey Quinn
Group Leader
Lives in
- Westwego
Motto
- My mission in life is not merely to survive, but to thrive......
Hobbies
-
Profession
-
Trista Anderson
Table Leader
Lives in
- Fayetteville
Motto
-
Hobbies
- Design
Profession
- senior Manager
Courtney Beasley
Table Leader
Lives in
- New Orleans
Motto
-
Hobbies
-
Profession
- Project Manager
Jonathan Coats
Table Leader
Lives in
- Zachary
Motto
- Habitual Excellence is the Goal
Hobbies
- Traveling
Profession
- Principal
Cassandra Dixon
Table Leader
Lives in
- KENNESAW
Motto
- Live, Laugh, Love Passionately
Hobbies
- Traveling
Profession
- Education Leadership
Amber Domino
Table Leader
Lives in
- Gonzales
Motto
- Work Smart; Not Hard
Hobbies
- Traveling
Profession
- Marketing Director
Portia Gordon
Table Leader
Lives in
- gretna
Motto
-
Hobbies
- Wine
Profession
- mental health counseling
Enjoli Pannell Holmes
Table Leader
Lives in
- New Orleans
Motto
- “Shoot for moon, even if you Miss at least you will be amongst the stars!”
Hobbies
- Singing
Profession
- Animal Scientist
Shandra Hunt
Table Leader
Lives in
- Geismar
Motto
-
Hobbies
- Traveling
Profession
-
Michaleen McGowan-Bickham
Table Leader
Lives in
- Slidell
Motto
- Be kind and the rest will take care of itself
Hobbies
- Design
Profession
- Educator
TL_Enjoli Pannell-Holmes
Table Leader
Lives in
- New Orleans
Motto
- “Through Christ All Things Are Possible”
Hobbies
- Singing
Profession
- Animal Scientist
Carla Stevens
Table Leader
Lives in
- New Orleans
Motto
-
Hobbies
-
Profession
- Nurse
Marie Wade
Table Leader
Lives in
- Slidell
Motto
- "When you are striving for excellence, the small stuff matters.”
Hobbies
- Traveling
Profession
- Finance
LaCher Watson
Table Leader
Lives in
- New Orleans
Motto
-
Hobbies
- Traveling
Profession
- Records Management Officer
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
Senior 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
Operations 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.”
Liza Belikova
Sponsorship and Events Project Manager
Liza’s background in Arts Administration brings both structure and creative flow to event management. With experience in operations, hospitality, and large-scale event coordination, she enjoys creating seamless guest experiences and being part of the details that make every Dîner en Blanc evening feel elegant, welcoming, and memorable. In her free time, you can usually find her wandering through a museum, discovering a new restaurant, or planning her next trip.
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.
Judy Turk
Social Media Specialist
With a background in interior architecture and filmmaking, Judy brings four years of experience in content creation and video production to her role as Social Media Specialist. She develops engaging social media campaigns and visual content for Diner en Blanc Montreal and New York while also contributing to Diner en Blanc International's global advertising campaigns. Having lived in several countries and speaking multiple languages, she enjoys working in multicultural environments and creating content that resonates with diverse audiences. Judy is passionate about the arts, including painting, acting, singing, photography, fashion, and travel.
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.
Axelle Pierresteguy
Business Development Coordinator
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.
