About Donato

Donato joins us from the Joinery Hotel Pittsburgh, where he served as General Manager and Director of Operations since 2018. His extensive experience in the hospitality industry includes key roles at top-tier hotels like DoubleTree Plaza and Marriott City Center, where he worked as Director of Food & Beverage and Corporate Executive Chef, respectively. Donato also brought his expertise to Capital Grille in downtown Pittsburgh, where he was not only Executive Chef but also served as Partner, R&D Chef, and Strategy Planning Chef. From 2010 to 2018, he owned and operated Donato’s Restaurant in Fox Chapel, gaining valuable insights as a business owner. Outside work, Donato enjoys quality time with his two daughters, exploring the wilderness, exercising, and cooking for private events and local charities. He has a passion for serving high-profile clients, and when he's not working, you might find him on trips to Kentucky, West Virginia, South Carolina, or Buffalo. He enjoys a fine bourbon and values time with friends and family. Above all, Donato loves working side-by-side with other dedicated people in the hospitality industry and building successful, strong teams that deliver an extraordinary experience.

About Brandon

Brandon is a seasoned sales and hospitality professional with over 18 years of experience in selling and managing hotels, restaurants, and private clubs. HE attended Mercyhurst University in Erie, Pennsylvania, then started his career in Hilton Head Island, SC, where he rented homes for vacationers and planned the logistics of their getaway in the low country! In 2009, he migrated back north to Pittsburgh and enjoyed his time at various properties throughout the area, including The Wintergarden at PPG, Olive or Twist, Washington & Jefferson College, and most recently at The University of Pittsburgh. He’s had the pleasure to work with and plan stays for former President Obama, catered events for the Pittsburgh Penguins, and worked throughout the northeast region planning memorable weddings and events. He is truly excited to start the next chapter of his career and looks forward to meeting many new people at Treesdale Golf & Country Club!

About Kristin

Kristin has over 25 years of successful sales experience. Her background includes technical sales and recruiting, internet sales and marketing, promotional product sales, pharmaceutical sales and, currently, event sales. She has won numerous sales recognition awards and received promotions based on her sales successes. In her current role, she has exceeded her budgeted goals year to date and prides herself in her attention to detail, responsiveness and follow-through with her clients. She grew up in the suburbs of Pittsburgh and was the oldest of three girls. She is a proud graduate of the University of Pittsburgh but also supports her 26-year-old son, Brendan’s love for his alma mater, Penn State University. He bleeds blue and white. She loves visiting him in Philadelphia and spending time with him when he is home for holidays and occasions. She enjoys exploring restaurants and watching football with her husband, John, and spending time with their two dogs, Rugby and Vienna…although everyone knows that Vienna, her “little sausage dog”, has her heart.