Meet Our Team

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Meet Our Team

Having a group of experienced and dedicated employees is important for any company’s success, and GCG Event Partners is no different. Our employees enjoy working hard to help our clients reach their goals.  How do we know this? Several of our employees have been with us for well over a decade. With that kind of longevity, experience and dedication are easy to come by.

Take a look below to learn more about some of our team both in and out of the office.

Lori Gershaw

President

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Lori inherited her entrepreneurial spirit directly from her Dad who gave her the sound advice she followed to be successful in business.  And it must have worked since she has been at it since 1989.  She works tirelessly to strategically guide GCG Event Partners while continually making the changes necessary to meet the needs of the marketplace over time.  First and foremost, she prides herself in cultivating a friendly, respectful work environment that allows employees to easily achieve a work-life balance.

When not glued to her desk making sure everything is running smoothly at GCG, Lori enjoys time with her family on Cape Cod and traveling the world.

Michelle Barbaro

Operations Manager

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Michelle has been a cornerstone of GCG Event Partners since joining the company in 2001. With more than two decades of experience in event staffing, meeting management, recruiting, and client services, she has played a pivotal role in the growth and success of GCG’s nationwide network of On-Site Professionals.

Drawing on her background in event management, human resources, and recruiting, Michelle has helped develop and refine GCG’s member network, onboarding processes, and quality standards. She is passionate about connecting clients with exceptional event professionals and is dedicated to fostering strong, lasting relationships with both clients and members of the GCG network.

Known for her commitment to service, attention to detail, and deep understanding of the events industry, Michelle works closely with clients and professionals alike to ensure successful event execution and positive experiences for all involved.

Outside of work, Michelle enjoys spending time with her family and exploring her love of cooking. Whether she’s trying a new recipe or sharing a favorite dish, she brings the same enthusiasm and creativity to her kitchen that she brings to her work every day.

Paul Cunningham

Marketing Manager

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Bringing well over a decade of sales experience, Paul joined GCG Event Partners in 2013. He has proven to be a vital part of the organization by working tirelessly to ensure our clients’ satisfaction. This tenacity has led to Paul taking on expanded roles in both sales and marketing.  In fact, one of Paul’s responsibilities is this website, so let him know if you have any issues with it.

Paul’s real hobby is chasing around his two little girls, which takes up almost all of his time. If he does happen to find a spare moment, he tries to catch up on his favorite team, the Boston Bruins. Once his girls become Bruins fans, he’ll enjoy combining his favorite hobbies and watching the games with them.

Jenn May

Placement Specialist

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Jenn began working at GCG Event Partners in 2010, took a brief hiatus to stay at home with her family and then rejoined our Member Services Department in January of 2015. She has the unique ability of understanding our clients’ needs and communicates those needs to our On-Site Professionals with clarity and precision. Jenn continuously demonstrates what defines a team player in our organization and is always willing to go over and above when needed.

Life is about balance and as much as Jenn enjoys working, she loves exercising even more. Her favorite work-out activities include spin and boot camp classes. Jenn’s commitment to fitness is notably key to her vitality and energetic personality.

Elizabeth Stark

Accounts Payable Specialist

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Elizabeth is GCG’s Accounts Payable Specialist and a key member of the Accounting Department. Liz’s attention to detail and drive for perfection are the fundamental reasons why she has always excelled in her career. She brings a varied background to GCG; she has been in retail management, a real estate agent, and a property manager.  She is best known for being a professional, award-winning garden designer and URI Master Gardener.

Liz enjoys gardening at home now where she designs beautiful window boxes and container gardens.

Did You Know?

Lori, our President, started out as a teacher.

Did You Know?

Lori, our President, was a ski bum in Breckenridge, Colorado just before launching her Meeting Planning business.

Did You Know?

Michelle, our Placement Services Manager, loves boating with her family.

Did You Know?

Our staff really enjoy working at GCG Event Partners. The average tenure is currently 10.5 years!

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