Team of Experts

We recognize that for you to be successful, you need support

At Hyatt, we know that fully supported planners make for a seamless event experience. That’s why we provide extensive support for whatever kind of event you’re planning.

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Executive Chef & Team

My team and I have a responsibility to utilize and support the local community as much as possible. We need to be aware of the impact on the environment and leave as small of a footprint as possible.

We eat with all of our senses. Our goal is to provide you with an experience that is as pleasing to the eyes as much as the palette.

Meet the Team

Catharine Ackerstrom

Director of Events

Born and raised in Pennsylvania, Caty is a graduate of Pennsylvania State University, and has been with Hyatt Hotels and Resorts for over 18 years. She first began her career in operations, then switched to events, and has been planning ever since!

Jessica Frazee

Senior Event Planning Manager

Jessica is the Senior Event Planning Manager. Jessica was born and raised in Florida and received a degree in Event Management from University of Central Florida’s Rosen College of Hospitality Management. Jessica joined our Hyatt Hotels and Resorts family in September 2011 and our Hyatt Regency Washington on Capitol Hill family in 2017.

Steve Baughan

Senior Event Sales Manager

Steve is our Senior Event Sales Manager. Originally from Roanoke, Virginia, Steve received a hospitality degree from James Madison University. Steve has been with Hyatt Regency Washington on Capitol Hill for over 19 years and has experience in off-premise catering in Washington, District of Columbia.

Preferred Vendors

We’ve established partnerships with these vendors that have a proven track record of working with our hotel and customers to deliver successful events. We’ve done the research and put them to the test, so you don’t have to!

Encore

Event Production/Audio Visual

Encore creates experiences that engage & transform organizations. A leader for in-person & hybrid events, our team of innovators & experts deliver real results through event strategy, design, technology, production & digital solutions.

Robbert Verhoosel | Sales Director
Tel: +1 (443) 934-4802
Email: robbert.verhoosel@encoreglobal.com

Jennifer Majors | Senior Sales Manager
Tel: +1 (571) 274-8711
Email: jennifer.hendrickson@encoreglobal.com

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Volanni

Florist

Tel: (202) 547-1603

Email: michael@volanni.com

Ampa Events

Décor & Props

Tel: (804)-358-5451

Email: ted@ampaevents.com

Bialek's Music & Entertainment

Music & Entertainment

Tel: (301)-340-6206

Email: Ray@Bialeksmusic.com

CORT Furniture

Equipment Rental

Tel: (888) 360.2678

Email: david.fritz@cort.com