Administrative Assistant

Emma Conway

Coffee Addict • The Office Trivia Master • Knitting Aficionado 

Favorite Part About Working Here:

"I love the friendly personalities that create a warm and welcoming environment for guests and coworkers alike and the eagerness of everyone to help each other, no matter the task!"

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Assistant Coordinator

Jeanette Torretta

Frenchie Mom • Plant Lover • Avid Crafter

Favorite Part About Working Here:

"I love helping couples bring their dream day to life and being a part of such a special day in their lives. Also working with the dream team! We are truly one big family." 

Assistant Coordinator

Ensle Guy

Lover of all Things Beyonce • Classic Movie Fan • Secret Karaoke Slayer

Favorite Part About Working Here:

"Our team is amazing! The atmosphere here feels like family. I also love knowing that I am helping our couples create lifelong memories on the happiest day of their lives!"

Wedding Coordinator

Christina Phillips

Dog Mom • Shower Singer • Makeup Enthusiast

Favorite Part About Working Here:

"I am a people person, so my favorite part of working at Bear Brook Valley is meeting new couples. Being a part of a couple's journey from their engagement to their wedding is such a fun and rewarding job!"

Social Media & Marketing Assistant

Kellie Clark

Everything Chocolate & Ice Cream • Fitness Enthusiast • Cheers!

Favorite Part About Working Here:

"Working alongside young, like-minded people who have the same passion and drive as one another, and the freedom to use my creativity to help build and enhance the company."

Director of Marketing

Jamie Elizabeth

Boy Mom • Animal Lover • Tequila Drinker

Favorite Part About Working Here:

"I enjoy being a part of an industry that’s rapidly growing and always changing. I love learning new things, implementing new trends and creating a unique experience for our couples!"

Business Manager/Controller

Lisa Rossitto

Fantasy Football Fanatic • Green Tea Obsessed • Leo

Favorite Part About Working Here:

"Implementing a relevant new school approach to the market and seeing an overwhelmingly positive response!"

Head Chef

Michael Serpico

Proud Father of Two • Olive Hater • Flip Flops Over Snow Boots

Favorite Part About Working Here:

"It’s great playing a role in helping to put together one of the most important day in peoples lives."

Maître D'

Camilo Guzman

Soccer Fan • Knife Enthusiast • Subaru Enthusiast

Favorite Part About Working Here:

"My favorite thing about working for the company is the fact that we are able to offer a wide range of international cuisines during a cocktail hour. First and foremost, chefs are cooks and the menus we present allows us to express ourselves better than your standard venue."

Owner

Perry Bonadies

Creative Thinker • Antique Collector • Love New Ideas

Former manager of Lake Valhalla Country Club, Perry is the mastermind behind Bear Brook Valley and sister venue Rock Island Lake Club. After running over 3,000 weddings at Lake Valhalla, he took his experience and custom built Bear Brook exclusively as a wedding venue.

Owner

Michele Bonadies

Mother of 3 Boys... Yes, One is My Husband.

Wife of Perry Bonadies, Michele worked at Lake Valhalla as a professional ceremony and wedding coordinator. She brings her years of experience in helping bring Perry's vision to life.