Highly Qualified Event Experts

Meet The Events Team

Trust us to create an unforgettable experience for you, whether you’re planning a corporate retreat, charity fundraiser or celebrating a special occasion with family and friends. Deer Creek’s team of highly qualified event experts will listen to your needs, consider every detail and deliver an exceptional day to be remembered.

Ashley Vandenberg

DIRECTOR OF SALES & EVENTS

With over 14 years of event planning and hospitality experience, Ashley understands the importance of providing superior quality and excellence at every event. Having previously worked at some of the GTA’s most prestigious venues, Ashley joined the Deer Creek team in 2012. From beautiful weddings to stress-free corporate events, Ashley is here to ensure that every Deer Creek event is impeccably planned and executed.

Hayley Anderson

HOSPITALITY MANAGER

With over 10 years of experience in hospitality, focused on the restaurant and bar industry, Hayley joined the Deer Creek team in 2019 and quickly rose to Assistant Hospitality Manager. Overseeing the everyday operations pertaining to food and beverage, Hayley not only plays a large role within our events but also manages Jerry’s Taphouse, Deer Creek’s gastropub restaurant. Hayley was promoted to Hospitality Manager in December 2020.

Christina Gass

SALES AND VENUE COORDINATOR

Christina’s unique experience comes from 15 years working in the hospitality industry, including luxury hotels, where she excelled at remaining polished and efficient with her clients in all situations. Her attention to detail and natural ability to help clients source solutions ensures her excellence in events and corporate planning. Since joining the Deer Creek Team in August 2021, she remains committed to providing each guest with a personable experience.

Melissa Wanzeller

SALES AND VENUE COORDINATOR

Since joining the Deer Creek team as an assistant, Melissa’s acuity for organizing and planning exceptional events accelerated her promotion to Sales & Event Coordinator. Melissa is passionate and dedicated to helping people make memorable moments and is committed to helping her clients bring their visions to life in fun and creative ways. Melissa’s favourite part of her job is knowing she is helping to make someone’s important day just as special as they are.

Rebecca Bush

SALES AND VENUE COORDINATOR

After working in the retail and sales industry for over seven years, Rebecca changed her path to pursue her passion for event planning in the hospitality industry. She has since coordinated many events at Deer Creek, including golf tournaments, weddings, corporate and special events. Rebecca loves the start-to-finish process of each event and excels at building relationships with her clients. Her favourite events are the ones when the client’s personality really comes to life with personalized decor and special touches.

Mary Estavillo

SALES AND VENUE COORDINATOR

Mary has a dynamic and customer-focused approach, with a successful track record of more than five years in the hospitality industry. Throughout her diverse roles within this field, she has amassed vast expertise in customer success, delivering guest experiences that have exceeded expectations. Her dedication knows no bounds and she is committed to going above and beyond by delivering personalized service and supporting her clients with the upmost care. Her favorite part of the role is seeing her client’s ideas come to life and the joy they exude at their magnificent events.

Pradeep Batra

EXECUTIVE CHEF

Brittany Hunter

BANQUET MANAGER

Ellis Perrin

DIRECTOR OF FOOD & BEVERAGE