Rebecca
Loeb
Co-Founder & CEO
Equipped with a deep passion for continued learning and relationship building, Rebecca brings 20+ years of experience producing conferences and corporate events. She co-founded Coterie Spark with two core values in mind: fiscal transparency and superior service.
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Candace
Hoelscher
Co-Founder & COO
A passion-driven leader, Candace sets the tone for Coterie Spark's culture and client services. Continuously engaged in meeting the needs of our team and clients, she inspires, creates, grows, and educates -- bringing two decades of experience to every program.
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Kelly
Gordon
Vice President and Executive Producer
Known for her organizational skills and expertise in getting to the heart of matters, Kelly drives Coterie Spark's operations while leading our producers. She has managed conferences across the U.S. and Canada, from intimate programs to city-wide events welcoming 8,000+ attendees.
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Jordan
Starks
Executive Producer
Jordan's love of collaboration and organization has made her a Meeting Producer extraordinaire -- planning every type of event imaginable, from concerts to corporate and special events. A Kansas State University grad specialized in Hospitality Management.
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Megan
Muehlenbruch
Executive Producer
Goal setting, collaboration, and outreach sit atop Megan's planning checklist -- tools that earned her a Master's Degree from University College Dublin, produced major activations in New York City and South Africa, and led her to work for the Milwaukee Bucks NBA team.
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Alex
Gordon, DMCP
Executive Producer
When things aren't going the way you planned on-site, having a producer like Alex makes a huge difference. Detail-oriented in planning and flexible under pressure, she ensures everyone feels supported -- from guests and speakers to hosts and vendors.
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Nalani
Gruel
Producer
Bringing problem-solving skills, collaborative excellence, and hands-on conference experience, Nalani has been a key onsite contributor with Coterie Spark since 2022. The University of Houston grad tackles challenges behind the scenes and on the front line.
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Emma
Bica
Client Experience Advisor
You could say Emma has an insider advantage when it comes to understanding our clients: she's a former Coterie Spark client herself. Her attention to detail and firsthand perspective are exactly what we need to continually fine-tune our work, while her calm approach keeps every moving piece in place.
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Lindsay
Schlauch
Hotel Procurement Specialist
Lindsay brings years of experience for one of the most important steps in meeting planning. Her nationwide relationships with hotels and her ability to choose venues and negotiate budget-appropriate rates while maximizing guest experience are unrivaled.
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Support Staff
The Sparks On Site
Our onsite support staff bring the personality, energy, and "we've got you covered" attitude clients associate with Coterie Spark. Many have worked with us and our clients for years, becoming familiar faces that attendees look forward to seeing at each conference. Above all, they know when to step in, how to keep things moving, and when some warmth or lightheartedness can make a busy conference schedule feel easier.
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