Maren Conrad
Chief Executive Officer
Role: Maren is the visionary leader and the driving force of The Jacquelyn. She has been instrumental in shaping the club’s identity and mission. Conrad is an accomplished artist, forward thinker, and community builder and is focused on delivering an innovative social club atmosphere where members can become the best version of themselves.
Journey to The Jacquelyn: She is dedicated to using her passion for art as a vehicle to create spaces for expression, creativity, joy, and value. The Jacquelyn pays homage to a longtime friend of Maren’s and more importantly brings people together for social connection during a time when it’s needed more than ever.
Creative Outlets: Maren is an accomplished muralist and artist. Her larger-than-life canvases of steel, brick, and stucco become the destinations that define a city. Her murals become the place where toddlers go to wish, where dandies go to peacock, and where cars appear toy-sized against the background of giants. Each work may be a part of a developer’s project, or painted on a wall that someone has purchased, yet they are owned by no single person, not even their creator.
Elizabeth Wood
Chief Operating Officer
Role: Elizabeth is the metronome of The Jacquelyn. She is laser-focused on process improvement, quality, and resource optimization while executing the strategic vision of The Jacquelyn. Elizabeth manages the “back of the house,” the internal side of the business from HR, finance, internal operations, and the tech stack. If you have an issue with billing or your member portal – she is your person!
Journey to The Jacquelyn: Wanting to make a change in her career, Elizabeth focused on businesses that promoted health and wellness. She’s made a career of building companies and teams from the ground up to be operationally efficient. Her passion for developing people, building solid teams, and being a pathfinder to create efficient processes landed her at The Jacquelyn. She envisions a future where The Jacquelyn continues to set benchmarks for the industry while delivering unforgettable member experiences.
Creative Outlets: Elizabeth grew up being a figure skater and ballet dancer which began her love of music and through her stage costumes, she found a love for fashion. She spent 23 years in the apparel industry empowering people to express their confidence through clothing. She is a wanderer and spends her time traveling the world, experiencing new cultures, and focusing on habits that satisfy the mind, body, and soul.
Mary Daffin
Grande Dame
Role: Mary is the Grande Dame at The Jacquelyn. She fully embodies The Jacquelyn, which is why she has been entrusted to lead our tours and represent The Jacquelyn at speaking engagements.
Journey to The Jacquelyn: She got her start in the fashion industry and will tell you it’s where she earned her stripes by producing events for American designers. Her career has spanned more decades than she will admit and includes celebrity events in Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Chicago, Miami, and New York. Since she’s had to sign dozens of NDAs, we’ll just have to take her word for it! After all her travels Mary knows there really is no place like home or The Jacquelyn!
Creative Outlets: To recharge Mary loves to read, travel, work out, and break bread with friends and family. She also sings a big, bold Happy Birthday to her friends!
Christine Alward
Lead Photographer & Gallery Director
Role: Spearheading the Resident Artist Program is Christine Alward, our Gallery Director and Lead Photographer. The Resident Artist Program is creating a new way to support artists by allowing them an opportunity to take a risk and try something new, all in the spirit of creative curiosity. Christine will also have special photo offerings for club members and will be capturing the fun and excitement at The Jacquelyn events.
Journey to the Jacquelyn: Christine worked as a freelance photographer for over 10 years. Her work brought her projects from coast to coast, allowing her to work with a wide range of topics. After the passing of The Jacquelyn’s namesake, Jackie Anderson, Christine was brought on to curate and protect the body of photographic artwork she left behind. This experience inspired Christine to be part of The Jacquelyn’s long-term mission of promoting artists and the arts.
Creative Outlets: You will likely find Christine holding her camera on and off the clock. She enjoys spending time in the desert and seeks out botanical gardens wherever she goes. She enjoys road trips and sunset views from the back of her van. She’s continuing her work on her ongoing series of botanical fine art photography and is trying her hand at growing her own garden at home.
Amanda McDade
Communications Manager
Role: As The Jacquelyn’s Communications Manager, Amanda McDade oversees all aspects of marketing and communications. From designing event and program signage to crafting special event menus you might see at High Tea, Amanda ensures every detail aligns with our brand. She also creates the Member Newsletters, updates the website and social media graphics, and interacts with all platforms. Additionally, she develops internal processes that enhance team collaboration, ensuring our operations run smoothly and effectively.
Journey to The Jacquelyn: Amanda has been a design professional for over 10 years, specializing in brand development and design. She is passionate about crafting compelling brand narratives and visually stunning designs that leave a lasting impression. Amanda excels in creating custom brand identities tailored to each client’s unique essence. From concept to execution, she oversees the entire design process, ensuring the creation of impactful marketing materials, products, and publications that embody the spirit of each brand. At The Jacquelyn, Amanda focuses on refining the brand and ensuring cohesive messaging across all facets of the club.
Creative Outlets: In addition to her passion for design, Amanda is also a photographer who specializes in capturing the essence of people and their families as they reach new life milestones, focusing on maternity, newborn, and family photography. In her free time, she loves spending time with her son, family and friends and unwinding with an evening paddleboard ride on the water.
Loli Ramos
IT Operations Manager
Role: Loli leads the development and execution of the club’s IT strategy, and is our acting Systems Administrator. She ensures the seamless operation of IT systems, including network management, security, and communication infrastructure. Loli manages all software and hardware, from POS systems to member management tools. She leads IT projects, implements systems and software, and collaborates with various departments to enhance member experiences.
Journey to The Jacquelyn: Originally from Chico, Loli found The Jacquelyn shortly after moving to Sacramento from Austin, TX. With over a decade in the hospitality industry and a professional background specializing in restaurant technologies and restaurant IT management, she feels getting an opportunity to work with the individuals at the Jacquelyn is kismet.
Creative Outlets: Loli enjoys attending and working at music festivals and events nationwide in her free time. She loves to travel and has a variety of creative outlets, including painting, reading, making clothes, and music.
Diana Cuevas
Events Lead
Role: Diana Cuevas supports the overall hospitality and event operations of The Jacquelyn. She focuses on The Jacquelyn’s internal and external event programming, from planning to execution. Day to day, she oversees the Club Hosts to ensure unparalleled service and experiences for both members and guests.
Journey to The Jacquelyn: Born and raised in Sacramento, Diana returned to the City of Trees after acquiring higher education in Hospitality with an emphasis on Events Management. She has a professional background in wedding management, winery events, programming, and event rentals. Diana has observed a communal need for a place like the Jacquelyn in Sacramento, and she’s ecstatic to be a part of it.
Creative Outlets: You can find Diana hyper-fixating on whatever hobby she recently picked during her time off. When she’s not painting nails or crocheting gifts for friends, you might catch her attending events for which she doesn’t have to work behind the scenes.
Gia O’Neal
Daytime Membership Manager
Role: Gia, the Sales Manager at the Jacquelyn, brings 15 years of expertise as a small business owner in the beauty industry. She has a natural talent for transforming everyday interactions into unforgettable moments. For Gia, hospitality is more than a transaction—it’s an act of service that evokes emotion and connection. Her passion lies in building vibrant communities and nurturing the club’s membership, ensuring each member feels a sense of belonging and value.
Journey to The Jacquelyn: Gia’s journey with the Jacquelyn began as a founding member, where she quickly became captivated by the club’s events, programs, and experiences. Immersed in every opportunity, she dove in headfirst, embracing all the Jacquelyn had to offer. It wasn’t long before Gia realized she wanted to do more than just be part of the community—she wanted to help shape it. For her, the true magic lies in the meaningful personal and professional connections forged along the way, which continue to inspire her passion for building a vibrant, connected membership.
Creative Outlets: Outside of her professional life, she enjoys exploring the world, visiting over 20 countries while enjoying gastronomy, libations and cultural exchanges.
Quinlin Fischer
Executive Assistant
Role: As the Executive Assistant, Quinlin supports the Jacquelyn with day-to-day functioning ensuring smooth administrative and operational procedures. She ensures efficient communication, coordination, and project management within the clubs leadership team. Quinlin is a highly organized, detail-orientated person who is proactive about helping her team members.
Journey to The Jacquelyn: Quinlin was born and raised in Sacramento. She attended Sacramento City College and Transferred to UCLA where she got her B.A. in Korean studies with an East Asian minor. She has 7 years of customer service experience. She was planning on moving to Korea but decided to stay on and make the Jacquelyn her home after starting as a part time employee.
Creative Outlets: On her days off, she immerses herself in creative crafts and baking, always experimenting with new hobbies. She also loves to travel and explore new places, while cherishing moments spent with friends and family, making each day a unique adventure.
Lane Reisig
Assistant Manager – Black Box Events
Role: Lane serves as the nighttime and weekend assistant manager, overseeing all aspects of Black Box events and programs including music, comedy, and more. His primary focus is ensuring the enjoyment of both members and staff while fostering a vibrant and inclusive community atmosphere.
Journey to The Jacquelyn: Lane’s journey to the Jacquelyn began with his relocation to midtown this year, as he sought a meaningful project to invest himself in. Upon joining the Jacquelyn team, he recognized its potential to shape Sacramento’s cultural landscape, motivating his enthusiastic involvement.
Creative Outlets: Outside of work, he is passionate about climbing, surfing, and collaborating on musical projects with friends. Dedication to community is central to his values, with much of his personal time devoted to nurturing relationships with friends and family.
Hunter Conrad
Membership Coordinator
Role: As The Jacquelyn’s Membership Coordinator, Hunter Conrad is responsible for helping promote The Jacquelyn and each club’s respective programming. You’ll find him giving tours of the building, welcoming and checking in current and prospective members. He is a hands-on member of the team who is always available to lend a hand to members, guests, and staff.
Journey to The Jacquelyn: Born and raised in the Sacramento region, Hunter has watched the city evolve into a budding social hub. Hunter’s mother, Maren, is the CEO of The Jacquelyn and has inspired him to join the cause of curating such a beautiful and impactful space for men and women alike.
Creative Outlets: Hunter has been acting professionally since the 7th grade and is taking a semester off from Pepperdine University, where he’s studying Film and Screen Arts, to be a part of this monumental project. He wholeheartedly believes that the arts are an essential aspect of culture and community building. He’s eager to meet the creative minds that will pass through The Jacquelyn.
Yusuf Topal
Cellar Co-Owner
Role: Yusuf Topal is part owner of the Cellar at The Jacquelyn. He plays a foundational role in building and operating the Cellar, including but not limited to maintaining the high service standards that have made his other restaurant endeavors so successful, and working closely with chefs to curate a diverse and delicious Mediterranean-inspired menu.
Journey to The Jacquelyn: Yusuf was born in Turkey, raised in Istanbul, then moved to the U.S. in 2009 after an 8-year career on a celebrity cruise line. He’s made his way through the restaurant business by rising in the ranks organically from busser to waiter, then manager. He’s now a well-seasoned restauranteur who currently operates four restaurants with over 100 employees. He is the owner and operator of Jayna Gyro in Sacramento and Emeryville, and Tarla in Napa.
Creative Outlets: Yusuf strongly believes in supporting the communities his restaurants have thrived in. He is involved in many local community service efforts for Napa Valley Community College and other local schools and churches. Some of the nonprofit organizations he contributes to include the Boys and Girls Club, V Foundation, and Progress Foundation.
Larrissa Liberko
Food and Beverage Director
Role: Larrissa, our Director of Food and Beverage, brings 14 years of experience across a diverse range of establishments, from live music venues to Michelin-starred restaurants. As a former assistant sommelier and wine director, she has a deep passion for curating exceptional wine pairings and crafting memorable dining experiences. Larrissa’s expertise in blending flavors and her dedication to innovation ensures that each menu is thoughtfully designed to elevate the guest experience. Whether leading her team or fine-tuning every detail, her commitment to excellence shines through, making every dining moment at our venue truly unforgettable.
Journey to the Jacquelyn: Born and raised by her grandparents in Carmichael, Larrissa grew up immersed in Sacramento’s vibrant Farm-to-Fork movement. Her passion for fresh, locally sourced ingredients shaped her early culinary perspective, which she honed through extensive experience in fine dining. Larrissa worked at many of Sacramento’s notable restaurants, including Camden, Allora, and Locallis, where she developed her expertise and love for exceptional service. Committed to pouring back into her community, Larrissa has been instrumental in elevating Sacramento’s fine dining and service footprint, continuously striving to enhance the guest experience while staying rooted in the city she loves.
Creative Outlets: Outside of her role at The Jacquelyn, Larrissa expresses her creativity through videography and painting. She captures moments and stories through film, while her love for painting allows her to explore vibrant colors and abstract forms.
Taylor Lovelace
Executive Chef
Role: Taylor, our Executive Chef at the Jacquelyn, brings 15 years of experience in fine dining, having honed her skills at top establishments like Sacramento’s renowned “The Kitchen.” Known for her passion for farm-to-table sourcing, Taylor creates seasonal menus that celebrate fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Her dedication to culinary excellence enriches every dining experience at the club, aligning perfectly with the Jacquelyn’s commitment to quality and community.
Journey to the Jacquelyn: Taylor’s journey to the Jacquelyn is deeply rooted in her local upbringing—born in Sacramento and raised in Folsom. Inspired by her mother, an exceptional home cook who encouraged her to attend culinary school, Taylor built her expertise in fine dining and most recently served as Executive Chef at JJ Pfister. Now at the Jacquelyn, she is excited to challenge herself creatively and professionally, with the goal of elevating the club’s culinary program and bringing fresh, seasonal flavors to the menu.
Creative Outlets: Taylor’s creativity flourishes beyond the kitchen, where she finds inspiration in painting, writing, and embracing a vibrant, creative lifestyle. These passions feed her professional work, bringing a fresh perspective and imaginative flair to her culinary creations at the Jacquelyn.