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Director of Sales
Michele Payne

Michele has over 20 years in the events industry. She has experience in large scale tradeshows, corporate meetings and tournament and incentive events, as well as social parties including a primary focus for weddings. In her career Michele has planned and executed over 600 Weddings. Michele has experience with Country Clubs, Hotels, Conference Facilities as well as Fine Dining and brings to Touchstone an eye for detail and extensive food and wine knowledge with exquisite service. While away from work, Michele is a DIYer, participates in a running club, enjoys live music but mainly chases after her two children and is an avid sports and theater Mom.
Whether you have questions on how to budget for your special event, need pointers on current trends, choosing vendors, or simply need a bit of advice…please let me know how I can help! My vision is to support your vision, and to assist in making your event SHINE!
And don’t forget to enjoy the planning process! Working with an experienced, reputable venue & coordination team is not only important, but will take the stress off of you so you may enjoy this very special time (and very special event) in your lives. I’d be honored to help in this process!
Executive Chef
Steve Haynes

Born in Houston, went to college in Dallas and returned to Houston to attend culinary school. After graduation I did my apprenticeship in the Bahamas for two years. Afterwards, I spent numerous years working in the Caribbean as Executive chef for several resorts in St. Thomas, Grenada and Antigua. Returning to the States I worked at The Four Seasons as banquet chef, then Executive chef Crowne Plaza River Oaks and . I’ve worked at several golf clubs as well including Cinco Ranch, Tour 18, New port, Magnolia Creek, and Southshore. I enjoy spending time with my family, golf, fishing and love the beach.
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