GENERAL MANAGER

With over 10 years in hospitality, Maria is dedicated to providing exceptional guest experiences. As General Manager of the Courtyard by Marriott Hotel & Event Center, she ensures smooth operations across all areas, from guest services to event management.  Maria is committed to excellence, fostering a culture of teamwork and outstanding customer service, making the hotel the top choice for guests.

SALES & EVENTS MANAGER

Angela prides herself in developing and maintaining strong relationships with clients, understanding their needs and expectations for their event. She is responsible for managing and planning all events. With an exceptional eye for detail, Angela coordinates all the event details from the menu selections, set up needs, timelines, guest rooms, and financials. Rest assured, well before your event, the details are in place and finalized.

EXCECUTIVE CHEF

Jorden is a well-known chef in the Greater Mankato Area with over 25 years of professional experience. Jorden’s high level of commitment, excellence, and passion for cooking is evident in each dish he creates. He brings his creativity to his culinary craft and can customize his recipes to guest preferences.  Understanding the importance a delicious meal has for each event, he takes great pride in ensuring we exceed our guest expectations.  He enjoys preparing Mexican and Italian dishes.

SALES & EVENTS SUPERVISOR

Jennifer works closely with our event staff to make sure every event is executed properly. She assists with the logistics and communication between clients, vendors, and staff to meet all event needs. Whether it's a corporate meeting, wedding, or special event, her focus on quality and service ensures everything runs smoothly.

EVENT SUPERVISOR

Emma is the heart of our event center operations. She coordinates and directs the event staff and manages preparations. Emma acts as your day-of event coordinator and main point of contact, delivering an exceptional service.