Staff
Discover the dedicated professionals who serve as the backbone of our organization, providing insights, assistance, and support to businesses and individuals alike.
Ananda Sweet
Chief Executive Officer | Phone: 707-636-3662
Debbie Gesualdo
COO | Phone: 707-636-3665
Cadance Hinkle Allinson
Executive Director, Santa Rosa Downtown District | Phone: 707-636-2845
Denise Aver-Phillips
Visitor Services & Membership Manager | Phone: 707-636-2841
René Berardi
California Welcome Center Concierge, Visit Santa Rosa | Phone: 707-577-8674
Brianna Gilliam
California Welcome Center Concierge | Phone: 707-577-8674
Bonnell Greene
Finance Department | 707-636-2843
Pam Higley
California Welcome Center Lead Concierge, Visit Santa Rosa | Phone: 707-577-8674
Christopher Kren-Mora
Events & Community Engagement Manager | 707-636-2842 | (he/him/his)
Liz Mentelos
Front Desk Executive Assistant | Phone: 707-545-1414
Janelle Meyers
VP of Marketing & Communications | Phone: 707-636-3663
Kevin Stoll
Marketing & Communications Manager & Interim Director of Leadership Santa Rosa | Phone: 707-524-2117
Penelope Tovar
Front Desk Assistant | Phone: 707-545-1414
Chelsea Wood
Content & Social Media Coordinator | Phone: 707-636-3667
Onna Young
Director, Sonoma Small Business Development Center | Phone: 707-595-0060