Meet the Team

Deborah French Gorman
My favorite part of live events is being with the client when they first see their event all come together. All of the details, planning and meeting has finally paid off. My second favorite part is knowing that our team at Phipps has exceeded their expectations! Every department at Phipps works collaboratively to ensure an excellent guest experience.
Deborah French Gorman
Event Sales Manager
dfrenchgorman@phipps.conservatory.org
412-622-6915, ext. 6404

Sahara Duncan
My favorite part of working an event is being able to be a part of the process leading up to the event. Then, seeing everything come together. Some things do not always go as planned, but it is my job to make sure the event is successful and they’re happy. All events are very important to me because I want them to be memorable.
Sahara Duncan
Event Sales Supervisor
Planner and Day-of Coordinator
sduncan@phipps.conservatory.org
412-622-6915, ext. 6401

Lauren Ranalli
I think I work in the happiest industry out there. There are few things more rewarding than working one-on-one with someone to make their wedding a dream come true and watching it come to life.
Lauren Ranalli
Event Sales Supervisor
kranalli@phipps.conservatory.org
412-622-6915, ext. 6406

Caroline Walker
Events at the Conservatory are absolutely breathtaking, but with events comes a little bit of craziness behind the scenes. My favorite part in all of this is working through any problem that might arise with creative solutions to allow for a stress free experience for the guests and for the client.
Caroline Walker
Event Sales Supervisor
Planner and Day-of Coordinator
cwalker@phipps.conservatory.org
412-622-6915, ext. 6407

Emily Disanti
I love being a part of the events team here at Phipps, the events team is very kind, helpful and supportive throughout this new experience. I love my job because I get to make everyone’s special day or event become reality.
Emily DiSanti
Event Sales Administrator
edisanti@phipps.conservatory.org
412-622-6915, ext. 6405

Caitlyn Reading
I love the fact that we work with the clients from the beginning of their event planning all the way until the end. From their first inquiry to their big day, it is so rewarding to know that we have a huge part in making all the client’s visions come true. I love working with the Events Sales Team at Phipps because all of us enjoy the hustle and bustle of this industry.
Caitlyn Reading
Event Sales Administrator
creading@phipps.conservatory.org
412-622-6915 ext., 6688

Jocelin Cheeseman
Jocelin Cheeseman
Catering Supervisor
jcheeseman@phipps.conservatory.org
412-315-0644