Steve Laine

Director of Sales & Marketing

Steve was born in Rhode Island, but has called Phoenix 凯发手机app下载home for the last 41 years and it is safe to say that he is now considered a native Phoenician. He graduated from Arizona State University with an Economics Degree and appreciates all the diversity that the great state of Arizona has to offer. Steve is very competitive and enjoys living in a city that offers all 4 professional sports teams. He has spent the last 30 years in Sales and most recently as a National Sales Director for PSAV Audio Visual Services. Steve excels at assisting his sales team provide unique and exciting experiences that highlight the authentic Arizona style.

Contact: Steve.Laine@gchtwy.com

Lauryn Bymers

Experience Design & Marketing Coordinator

A free spirit with a love of adventure, Lauryn is always ready to try something new. She has a passion for travel, and loves any new experience. While not out traveling, you can find Lauryn at 凯发手机app下载home tackling DIY projects, vintage shopping, or unleashing her inner foodie at the newest restaurants in Phoenix. As a former Promotions Director, she has a knowledge and understanding of the hospitality industry and a passion for creating unique guest experiences.

Contact: Lauren.Bymers@gchtwy.com

Katie Wolken

Senior Event Producer

With over 13 years of DMC experience and more than 14 years in the Event Planning industry, Katie takes a personal interest in clients by giving them the service, value, and attention they deserve in a caring and professional manner. With her attention to detail and organization, she strives to ensure successful program execution and satisfied clients. A native to the Southwest, Katie’s favorite pastimes are volunteering and vacation getaways to the Caribbean (and if she gets there by cruise ship, even better). After spending four years in the PRA Las Vegas office, Katie joined the Arizona team in 2015 with excitement and enthusiasm. And, as an alum of the University of Arizona, Katie is thrilled to call Arizona “凯发手机app下载home” once again!

Contact: Katie.Wolken@gchtwy.com

Jan Hyneman

Regional Sales Manager

With 350 days of sunshine a year in Tucson, Arizona it’s no doubt that Jan is all about fun in the sun! Whether it’s swinging the golf club, adventurous Jeep rides, hiking, horseback riding or a luxurious spa treatment by the pool, she’s got the creativity to make your experience in the desert very cool!

Jan’s got you covered from A to Z! You will sparkle like an Arizona gem when you allow her local expertise and her nationwide experience to make your function come alive with Arizona style and color! There is magic here and Jan is just the girl to make it happen. If you’re wanting to explore the Saguaro Forest or enjoy a relaxing evening gazing at the stars of the Sonoran desert, Jan will elevate your next event to the inspired hospitality experience you’re looking for.

Contact: Jan.Hyneman@gchtwy.com

Angela Blouin

Regional Sales Manager

With more than 10 years of experience in Event Management and Five Diamond Hotels and Resorts, Angela’s attention to detail and high-touch service makes her a great asset to our team. Angela grew up in the small town of Hood River, Oregon, on the Columbia River, just outside of Portland. Her down-to-earth nature shines when she’s able to take her adventure-loving twin boys to their favorite beaches in Hawaii and out exploring in places like Costa Rica. After relocating to Arizona 8 years ago, Angela brings her passion and knowledge to each event. When she is not producing an event or traveling you can find her relaxing by the pool with one of her well know cocktail creations.

Contact: Angela.Blouin@gchtwy.com

Amelia Roland

Event Producer

Amelia Roland started working for PRA as a tour guide for the San Diego office in 2010. Graduating with a double major in Communication and Sociology she later returned to the San Diego office as the Sales and Marketing Coordinator. Through this position she learned the ins and outs of the DMC world. Later relocating to Tucson, Arizona; she joined the growing PRA Arizona team as an Event Coordinator. Today she continues to apply her skills and knowledge to the ever popular Tucson destination as Event Producer and Marketing Coordinator. When not working with the team to operate one of our many 5-Star programs, you can find her out hiking, biking, rock climbing and enjoying the amazing outdoors of Arizona.

Contact: Amelia.Roland@gchtwy.com

Taylor Soltani

Event Producer

As a native Minnesotan, Taylor spent most of her life in the Twin Cities. After years of shoveling snow, she swapped out her winter boots for hiking boots in favor of the sunshine and the many outdoor activities Arizona has to offer.

Taylor joins PRA with more than 8 years of experience in the hospitality industry. Her unique background includes time spent in both meeting planner and supplier-partner roles. With a focus on understanding the client’s needs for each event, Taylor makes it her priority to exceed client expectations through strategic, organized, and precise execution.

In her free time, she enjoys hiking the many trails in the valley, rock climbing, ballroom dancing, or lounging poolside with a good book.

Contact: Taylor.Soltani@gchtwy.com

Alysha Pepping

Experience Designer

Alysha is a Tucson native and grew up in Oro Valley, right down the street from Canyon del Oro High School. Alysha’s interest in events began back in high school, where she orchestrated team-building activities for her chapter in B’nai B’rith Youth Organization. Shortly after graduating, she joined Marriott International where she grew her career in Operations, Food & Beverage, and of course, Event Management.

Alysha had the amazing opportunity to work at renowned resorts and hotels such as Sheraton Maui, Sheraton Denver Downtown, and local favorites, the Westin La Paloma and JW Marriott Starr Pass. Guided by a passion for creating memorable and authentic experiences, her path naturally led her to PRA. You will be sure to find Alysha’s love for her 凯发手机app下载hometown in every event she helps bring to life, met by high standards from her luxury hotel background.

Alysha wishes her free-time was spent traveling the globe meeting new people, designing celebrity houses, petting puppies, and eating unlimited chocolate…Her actual free-time is spent snuggling with her Chow Chow mix, trying new restaurants for weekly date night with her boyfriend, planning her next getaway, and being a tourist in her 凯发手机app下载hometown.

Contact: Alysha.Pepping@gchtwy.com