Meet Our Team

Plan Your Next Event with our Team of Experts

There are many things to consider when planning an event. Whether you are organizing a meeting, conference or preparing for a wedding, reunion or other milestone event, our Sales and Catering Team will guide you through the planning process.

Our team will help select the right banquet room or meeting space, coordinate your catering selections, and determine the overall requirements for your event. As experts in the hospitality industry, it is our privilege to deliver the highest level of service with an event that meets all your needs.

Tracy Kreiter

Director of Sales

Tracy Kreiter

Director of Sales

My Experience at Turf Valley Resort:

I manage our Sales Team and focus on account management and contract negotiations. I have worked at Turf Valley Resort for 16 years and the best part of my role is seeing my team succeed. We are proud to promote our unique resort with endless possibilities for meetings, conferences, weddings, and events.

What I Love About My Job:

I started as a manager in Alexandra's Restaurant and took the opportunity to create different promotions, even handwriting invitations, to bring people in the door. The positive effects piqued my interest in a sales career. I want my team to have the same opportunity to bring new ideas to our customers.

Ask Me…how to create an unforgettable team building event.

Having coordinated my team event "Chopped", based on the competition cooking show, I saw our team form new friendships and develop a more collaborative approach to work.

My Fun Fact:

I sing all the time, even at work and early in the morning! (Just ask my team)

Jenny Betlejewski

Director of Catering

Jenny Betlejewski

Director of Catering

My Experience at Turf Valley Resort:

I have worked at Turf Valley Resort for 32 years and am best known as "Jenny B." My specialty is planning weddings, galas, holiday parties and a variety of social events. I enjoy working with all types of people and problem solving is a game I love to win!

What I Love About My Job:

Turf Valley Resort is more than just my workplace. I met my husband here and had my wedding reception at Turf Valley. My son and daughter have modeled in the Wedding Fashion Show and my Goldendoodle, Luci, is featured on Turf Valley's Instagram.

Ask Me… where are the best photo ops at Turf Valley.

I love to share that Turf Valley was once a horse farm and the stone spring house makes for a beautiful rustic photo shoot!

My Fun Fact:

I have a degree in British literature and my dream is to rehab a house in Italy.

Carol Sirchio

Catering Account Executive

Carol Sirchio

Catering Account Executive

My Experience at Turf Valley Resort:

I have worked at Turf Valley Resort for 15 years and have experience in hosting a wide variety of important events from weddings, reunions, and galas to corporate and social events.

What I Love About My Job:

I truly enjoy meeting new people who trust me to execute the most important events of their lives. I always strive to exceed their expectations!

Ask Me… how much planning do I need for my wedding.

I let my clients know that you are a guest at your own event. Turf Valley is the venue and caterer and we work in collaboration with your vendors (wedding planners, cake, photographer, DJ, etc.) We perform the work behind the scenes so that you can enjoy your special day with family and friends!

My Fun Fact:

I love dogs! My dog, Bodhi, a Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, is willing to volunteer as the official dog on property at Turf Valley. Just waiting for the invitation!

Lisa Pearson

Convention Services Manager

Lisa Pearson

Convention Services Manager

My Experience at Turf Valley Resort:

I started at Turf Valley in 2019 after working here in the 1990's. I focus on the specific details for an event including the menu and event space.

What I Love About My Job:

I had the unique opportunity to see the hotel being built while working on the property. To me the most exciting changes are the breadth of services that we offer - from large multi-room conferences to small meetings and weddings of all sizes.

Ask Me…about menu options for guests with food allergies.

We are very familiar with accommodating food allergies which are noted on our event orders. All food is labeled to address dietary restrictions. Depending on the allergen and severity, some guests may require a plated option rather than buffet-style.

My Fun Fact:

I had my high school graduation party in the Ellicott Room and my wedding reception in the Wedgewood Ballroom at Turf Valley.

Jaime Petit

Catering Account Executive

Jaime Petit

Catering Account Executive

My Experience at Turf Valley Resort:

I have worked at Turf Valley Resort since 2012 and specialize in weddings, holiday parties, galas, and social events. Many people are surprised to learn Turf Valley offers more than golf. Our resort features a hotel, spa, restaurant, and event space to host small parties to grand affairs - all open to the public. Our golf course is for members and is open to our guests.

What I Love About My Job:

My favorite part is bringing a client's vision to life. I am a perfectionist, which is a huge advantage to ensuring the smallest details are executed.

Ask Me… about my favorite wedding tradition.

The "First Look", when couples see each other for the first time in a private setting before the ceremony is my favorite. It is a reminder that through all the preparation, this day is truly about them!

My Fun Fact:

My dream job as a child was to work in a hotel and plan birthday parties and sleepovers. I got my wish, although the adult version is a bit more elaborate!

Zandra Beard

Account Executive

Zandra Beard

Account Executive

My Experience at Turf Valley Resort:

I joined the sales team in 2018 and coordinate meetings, events and reunions for government entities, military, education, religious and social groups.

What I Love About My Job:

Working at Turf Valley has been a wonderful opportunity to be part of an amazing team that creates memorable events for our guests. In this industry, we witness many special occasions and I truly enjoy knowing that a guest is pleased.

Ask Me…how to create the perfect reunion experience.

Family and social reunions are always fun events to plan since the goal is to bring people together. We would love to host your next family reunion at Turf Valley Resort. We have a variety of event spaces and offer many amenities such as championship golf courses, an indoor & outdoor pool, hot tub, fitness room, outdoor tennis, volleyball & pickle ball courts, The Spa the Turf Valley, Alexandra's Restaurant and more.

My Fun Fact:

I love traveling all over the country and spending time with family and friends.

Betsy Collings

Corporate Account Executive

Betsy Collings

Corporate Account Executive

My Experience at Turf Valley Resort:

I joined the sales team in 2016 as the Corporate Account Executive. My primary focus is selling Turf Valley Resort as a destination for meetings, events and group travel for the corporate market and government contractors. I also manage local and national account pricing for inbound business transient travel.

What I Love About My Job:

Hands-down, I love the account management aspect of my job. It's all about people and relationships for me! I get to seek out new business while strengthening relationships with existing clients. I enjoy building rapport and learning what makes my clients and their organizations tick.

Ask Me…about negotiating per diem and corporate rates.

As a full-service hotel and golf resort, people are often surprised that we accept government per diem rates and are able to negotiate corporate discounted rates with businesses and organizations. Despite being a resort property, our rates are extremely competitive. The first step is to qualify the travel needs of an account and learn their objectives.

My Fun Fact:

I am a huge Harry Potter fan. Luckily my two daughters are as well, so we watch the movies all the time! "Happiness can be found even in the darkest of times, if one only remembers to turn on the light." - Albus Dumbledore

Jen Wingate

Association & Non-Profit Account Executive

Jen Wingate

Association & Non-Profit Account Executive

My Experience at Turf Valley Resort:

I began working at Turf Valley in 2018 as a Convention Services Manager and have served as Meetings Express Manager since 2019. My recent promotion to Account Executive, will focus on coordinating and increasing the number of meetings for associations and non-profit events. I always share with my clients that the event should match the tone and temperament of your employees, guests or clients, creating a more comfortable environment.

What I Love About My Job:

Organization is key! I love taking a client's vision and bringing it to life. It is exciting to see their ideas come to fruition at the actual event.

Ask Me… about the meeting and event spaces at Turf Valley Resort.

I am familiar with the specifics of Turf Valley's more than 27 meeting rooms and event spaces. I work with each client to determine what area will best accommodate their event, focusing on the number of people and set up required for the event.

My Fun Fact:

I played lacrosse in high school and I am now the assistant coach to a girls travel lacrosse team.

Kelsey Dixon

Convention Services Manager

Kelsey Dixon

Convention Services Manager

My Experience at Turf Valley Resort:

I have worked at Turf Valley for more than a year and focus on planning large multi-day events.
My goal is to establish a partnership where I understand the client's needs completely. It helps me to create an experience that matches or exceeds a vision my client has for their event.

What I Love About My Job:

I love the team atmosphere at Turf Valley. Working for a family-owned company with many of its family members in active roles, has helped to bring every department together and feel like part of the family.

Ask Me…how we can customize your meeting or event to fit your goals.

Your meeting should reflect your group and what is most important to create the ideal event. We work with you to plan your menu and incorporate the setup, audio visual and any additional requirements you may need.

My Fun Fact:

I have my boating license and most weekends in the summer you can find me boating on the Chesapeake Bay with my family and yellow lab!

Jianna Shipler

Sales Coordinator

Jianna Shipler

Sales Coordinator

My Experience at Turf Valley Resort:

I started working at Turf Valley in July of 2021 after graduating from Howard Community College's Hospitality Program. I provide support to the Director of Sales and Director of Catering, as well as other sales managers.

What I Love About My Job:

I love the team-oriented culture at Turf Valley Resort. The staff is very welcoming and makes everyone feel like they are family.

Ask Me… about the types of events held at Turf Valley Resort.

Turf Valley Resort hosts a wide variety of events from weddings, anniversaries, reunions, business meetings, corporate events, golf outings, special celebrations and more. Our ballrooms, meeting rooms, private dining rooms, hospitality suite and onsite restaurant are the perfect setting for any occasion.

My Fun Fact:

I used to be a volunteer firefighter.