Albuquerque
Event Team
Sarah Crichlow
Host
Lives in
- Albuquerque
Motto
- Let's DO this!
Hobbies
-
Profession
- Entrepreneur, Marketing, Creative Strategist
Tiffany Gravelle
Host
Lives in
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Motto
- Leave Nothing Uncelebrated!
Hobbies
- Traveling
Profession
- Entrepreneur. COO. Author. Speaker. Event‑planning powerhouse. Community creator shaping what comes next.
David Matt Stroud
Host
Lives in
-
Motto
- Designing moments. Building connections. Exploring the world.
Hobbies
- Hiking
Profession
- Entrepreneur, Director of Events, Experiential Marketing and Creative Director
Janet Abernathy
Group Leader
Lives in
- Albuquerque
Motto
- "You only live once, but if you do it right, once is enough."
Hobbies
- Dancing
Profession
- RN
ToniToni Breen
Group Leader
Lives in
- albuquerque
Motto
- Woot Woot!
Hobbies
- Art
Profession
- Person
Virginia Garcia
Group Leader
Lives in
- Rio Rancho
Motto
- "Have fun... enjoy life...it's all good"
Hobbies
- Traveling
Profession
- Chief of Protocol, Air Force Operational and Test Evaluation Center
Dorothy Mirabal
Group Leader
Lives in
- Albuquerque
Motto
- Seize the Day!!
Hobbies
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Profession
- Mom, Teacher, PTA, & Photography
Melissa Sanchez
Group Leader
Lives in
- Albuquerque
Motto
- Tell stories. Build community.
Hobbies
- Shopping
Profession
- Marketing Director
Trinity Abernathy
Table Leader
Lives in
- Albuquerque
Motto
- Seek joy, spread kindness, chase wonder
Hobbies
- Music
Profession
- Registered Nurse
Birga Alden
Table Leader
Lives in
- Albuquerque
Motto
-
Hobbies
-
Profession
- Chief Communications Officer
Corianne Bassett
Table Leader
Lives in
- Albuquerque
Motto
- “No mud, no lotus.”
Hobbies
- Music
Profession
- Hospice Clinical Director
Shastyn Blomquist
Table Leader
Lives in
- Albuquerque
Motto
-
Hobbies
-
Profession
-
Denise Cantu-Montano
Table Leader
Lives in
- 87501
Motto
-
Hobbies
- Traveling
Profession
- Accountant
Vaadra Chavez
Table Leader
Lives in
- Albuquerque
Motto
-
Hobbies
-
Profession
-
Michele Drane
Table Leader
Lives in
- Albuquerque
Motto
-
Hobbies
-
Profession
-
Eric Floyd
Table Leader
Lives in
- Albuquerque
Motto
- Just do it
Hobbies
- Dancing
Profession
-
CK Hall
Table Leader
Lives in
- Albuquerque
Motto
- Every Breath is a Gift! Be a BLESSING to someone today :-)
Hobbies
- Traveling
Profession
- Certified RV Inspector
Valerie Johnson
Table Leader
Lives in
- Rio Rancho
Motto
- Less stress, more spark.
Hobbies
- Running
Profession
- Fitness Entrepreneur
Kyle Kimbrell
Table Leader
Lives in
- Albuquerque
Motto
- Celebrate Life
Hobbies
- Photography
Profession
- Business Owner
Rita Lucero
Table Leader
Lives in
- Albuquerque
Motto
- “Keep it Pushin”
Hobbies
- Traveling
Profession
- Nurse
Jade Martinez
Table Leader
Lives in
- Albuquerque
Motto
-
Hobbies
- Golf
Profession
-
Jenny Mick
Table Leader
Lives in
- Albuquerque
Motto
- Lead with good intentions!
Hobbies
- Golf
Profession
- Nurse
Melissa Oranday
Table Leader
Lives in
- Albuquerque
Motto
-
Hobbies
-
Profession
-
Vangie Pacheco
Table Leader
Lives in
- Albuquerque
Motto
- Dance like no one is watching
Hobbies
- Working out and dancing
Profession
- Teacher and small business owner
Babette Reeves
Table Leader
Lives in
- Albuquerque
Motto
- Live, Laugh, Love with all you have!
Hobbies
- Traveling
Profession
- Hair Stylist
Monica Roybal
Table Leader
Lives in
- Albuquerque
Motto
- Celebrate everything!
Hobbies
- Shopping
Profession
- Retired
Renate Schuler
Table Leader
Lives in
- Albuquerque
Motto
- It’s better to burn out then fade away!
Hobbies
- Shopping
Profession
- United States Air Force Inspector General
Sonia Solomon
Table Leader
Lives in
- albuquerque
Motto
-
Hobbies
- Dancing
Profession
- Nursing
Chris Valdez
Table Leader
Lives in
- Albuquerque
Motto
- Love yourself, Inspire others
Hobbies
- Traveling
Profession
- Realtor/Hairdresser
Adriana Vargas
Table Leader
Lives in
- Albuquerque
Motto
- Always smile
Hobbies
- Dancing
Profession
- Party girl
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.
