Hiring only the most professional, dependable and creative personnel, BBC has the talent and experience to coordinate all aspects of your program. From tours and shuttles, to seminars and special events of all kinds, our team of specialists will pull everything together and leave no stone unturned.

Bonnie B. Boyd, CMP, DMCP, President & CEO
David E. Rome, CMP, DMCP, Director of Sales
Denise Pugh Malo, DMCP, Director of Operations
Teresa Robichaux, Director of Marketing
Karl Beverung, Senior Operations Manager
Nick Nevares, CMP, Senior Account Executive
Lyndi Smith, Account Executive
Natalie Cross, Operations Manager
Whitney Hymel, Operations Manager
Lus Blache, Executive Sales Assistant
Angela Bartolo, Office Administrator

 

Bonnie B. Boyd, CMP, DMCP
President & CEO

A native of New Orleans, Bonnie B. Boyd, CMP, DMCP is a veteran of over twenty years in the New Orleans destination management field. Bonnie's education includes an undergraduate degree in Anthropology from Newcomb College of Tulane University, a Masters in Sociolinguistics from American University and a Certificat from the Universite de Paul Valery in France.

Prior to entering the destination management industry, Bonnie worked in Washington, D.C. as a project manager for the Center for Applied Linguistics - running overseas programs in Saudi Arabia, Poland and Iran, and in Paris at the Centre National de la Recherche Scientifique. She also established the Washington office of a New Orleans based DMC in the mid-1980's and is experienced in program management across the country.

Bonnie is an active member of the Society of Incentive Travel Executives (SITE), Meeting Professionals International (MPI), Professional Conference Management Association (PCMA), Hospitality Education Network Alliance (HENA), and the Health Care Exhibitors Association and serves as Vice President of Membership of the New Orleans Metropolitan Convention and Visitors Bureau (NOMCVB). She received Certificates of Appreciation for her contributions during the 1990 MPI annual conference in New Orleans and for the founding of PCMA's "Network for the Needy". Bonnie has also co-chaired annual meetings for SITE, PCMA, MPI, HSMA and The Rising Tide and Steel Magnolia Special Event. BBC is a member of Global Events Partners (GEP), the quality leaders in destination management worldwide.

Bonnie has presented a workshop on "Creative Spouse Programs" at PCMA's annual conference. She also received the 1998 SITE Crystal Award in the category of "Most Outstanding Regional Incentive-Motivational Travel Program" for the Xerox of Canada incentive trip.

Bonnie is married to John Boyd, whom she describes as "a tall, good-looking convention security consultant." She is also an ardent Francophile who enjoys calligraphy, biking, cooking and marbleizing the interiors of their 1880's home in Uptown New Orleans. Hilda, the trilingual BBC mascot, a miniature, long-haired black & tan dachshund, rules the roost at home and at the office. She is available -in appropriate costume- for hospitality desks and meet & greet...

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David Rome, CMP, DMCP
Director of Sales

David Rome, CMP, DMCP, Director of Sales at BBC, grew up in the town of Marrero, located on the West Bank of the Mississippi River.  Today, David lives in Nine Mile Point, a 200 year-old community on the banks of the Mississippi River, so named because it marks exactly nine miles from Jackson Square, an important waypoint for river pilots headed downriver to New Orleans from colonial days to the present.

David has a passion for all the good things New Orleans has to offer, and his enthusiasm and depth of knowledge about his city is  reflected in his creative and very personal approach to business.  David joined BBC after a very successful career with a local cooking school, a Mississippi River paddlewheel company, and the world-renowned Audubon Institute.  But David finds time to give back to the local hospitality community, and he is a respected board member of The Hospitality Education Networking Association, and was the 2005/2006 President of that organization.

Keeping abreast of new venues, entertainment and business opportunities in a city as diverse as New Orleans can be a daunting task, but David carves out quality time with his wife Elany.  They are both enjoying their new home and their custom-designed kitchen has already become a gathering place for good food, good wine, and good conversation with friends.  Gifted with a resonant baritone voice, David also enjoys participating in local theater, and has performed in JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR, THE BARBER OF SEVILLE and ANNIE GET YOUR GUN.         

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Denise Pugh Malo, DMCP
Director of Operations

Although her family roots are planted in Alabama "country", Denise Pugh, DMCP, Director of Operations, was born and raised in the Big Easy. She hails from the city locals call "Metry". Before graduating from Mount Carmel Academy in New Orleans, Denise held reign as the Butterfly Mascot for three consecutive years. And still soaring today, her powerful spirit has "migrated" to the BBC family.

Once a vendor for BBC, Denise developed a close and reliable relationship with BBC. Her drive for excellence, creative edge, and wacky sense of humor were only three of many fascinating characteristics that attracted BBC to Denise.

Even though Denise earned her Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of New Orleans, her real training for the event planner's world began as Marketing and Sales Manager for Rhythms, a nightclub/private venue on world famous Bourbon Street in the French Quarter. It was Rhythms that brought BBC and Denise together, and the rest is history (or shall we say - only the beginning). Denise is currently the Incoming President of ISES New Orleans (The International Special Events Society).

Denise's flair for New Orleans flavor provides BBC with her philosophy: "Laissez les bons temps rouler!" with french fry po-boys, boiled crawfish, and fried green tomatoes.

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Teresa Robichaux
Director of Marketing

Teresa Bender Robichaux, Director of Marketing, was born in Birmingham, AL, where she lived for one year. Her family moved back to the New Orleans area shortly thereafter. In the early 1960’s, before there were Sales Departments within New Orleans hotels, her Grandmother, Marie Michelli, was the Front Office Manager of the famous French Quarter hotel, the Royal Orleans (currently the Omni Royal Orleans). Teresa’s mother was a Reservations Clerk and her uncles and father were Food & Beverage Managers, Room Clerks, and Bellmen. Teresa was born and bread into the Hospitality Industry. She currently resides in the town of Marrero, which is located on the West Bank of the Mississippi River. She is a graduate of Immaculata High School (Marrero, LA) and Our Lady of Holy Cross College (New Orleans, LA) where she received a degree in Business Administration.

Teresa has worked for various companies such as E.F. Hutton, National Tea Company and most recently the New Orleans Metropolitan Convention and Visitors Bureau, Inc. (NOMCVB). Teresa has more than 17 years experience in the hospitality industry, having worked for special event marketing firms and hotels. Prior to BBC, Teresa was a Senior Convention Sales Manager with the NOMCVB for 11 years working with Corporate and Incentive Customers throughout the Northeast and Southeast regions of the United States. Teresa is a member of Meeting Professionals International (MPI) and the Society of Incentive & Travel Executives (SITE).

Teresa and her husband Scott grew up in Marrero, LA, attended the same grammar school, brother/sister high schools and college. They met for the first time on a blind date in 2002. Amazing how many times their paths crossed and finally met so many years later. Teresa is the proud step-mother of Lexi and mother of Reece.

Teresa has also been blessed with the gift of dance. She is a Dancing Teacher and has 30 years dance experience.

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Karl Beverung
Senior Operations Manager

Karl is a New Orleans native son whose family first settled in the city in 1739. 

BBC and Karl became acquainted when we met Karl through a local event rental company.  Karl worked with BBC on many projects, and when BBC experienced firsthand Karl’s commitment to client service, knowledge of trends in event design, and dedication tempered with a sense of fun – we knew he was destined to become part of the BBC team! 

Since Karl has joined BBC, he has received accolades from clients and industry peers.  Karl’s numerous strengths include his attention to detail, flexibility, high level of energy and innovative approach to project management.  Karl always answers the phone with a smile in his voice. 

But Karl balances his intense work life with a deep appreciation for the good life in New Orleans.  His myriad interests include late nineteenth century literature, New Orleans literature & architectural history, modern sculpture & opera. 

Karl’s quick wit, sense of humor and unflagging enthusiasm for producing memorable and successful events has made him a valued member of the BBC family.

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Nicolas Nevares, CMP
Senior Account Executive

Originally from Houston, Texas, Nicolas Nevares, CMP, Senior Account Executive ventured to New Orleans 9 years ago for college. Since then, he has been happily wed to the city, accepting and loving all of the idiosyncrasies it has to offer.

He graduated cum laude with a BA in Religious studies and a minor in English Literature. Throughout his college years, he taught both high school and college students the intricacies of many standardized tests, as well as trained teachers in these skills.

First entering the Hospitality industry as a Sales Executive for Blaine Kern Jr’s Mardi Gras Productions, one of the South’s largest event decorating companies, he acquired a keen sense of lavish design for special events. While there he handled both corporate and social markets, as well as some of the most decadent Mardi Gras Krewes.

Nick moved to BBC: Destination Management in the Fall of 2006 and is working once again in sales as Senior Account Executive. He maintains the designation of President Elect for ISES New Orleans, while also holding memberships in Meeting Planners International and Hospitality Education and Networking Association. He lives, works, and plays in downtown NOLA!

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Lyndi Smith
Account Executive

Born into a family of ardent seafood lovers, Lyndi relishes in her love of family, New Orleans cuisine and Southern hospitality.  Lyndi was born in Houston, TX and then raised in the “old” distinguished area of Lakeview in N.O., where she graduated from high school at Mount Carmel Academy. 

Shortly after receiving a Business Administration degree from the University of Southern Mississippi, she joined the famous Columns Hotel on the St. Charles Ave. streetcar line, soon becoming the manager of their Victorian Lounge. During this time, she also worked as an Administrative Assistant at René Bistrot in the Renaissance Pere Marquette Hotel. 

Lyndi moved to Connecticut with her then fiancé where she worked as a Manager in a Country Club and then went on to join the American Institute of Foreign Study as a Rematch Services Coordinator in the Au Pair in America department.  Lyndi returned to New Orleans to marry her charming husband, Brian, in an “only in New Orleans” tradition with a ceremony at St. Louis Cathedral and a Second Line Parade to a river view reception near Jackson Square.

Lyndi & Brian moved back home with their dog, Mackenzie (named after a well-known former N.O. bakery) and now happily reside on the Northshore in their very first home.  Lyndi is the newest member of the BBC family and joins them as a Sales Coordinator.  Her bubbly personality, commitment to superior customer service, and deep love of New Orleans is a great asset to BBC.

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Natalie Cross
Operations Manager

Natalie Cross, Operations Manager, moved to New Orleans from Daphne, Alabama to attend college at Loyola University. She loved New Orleans so much, she stuck around!

Her first job out of college was with Gambit Communications as the Operations & Events assistant. Loving the creativity and challenges with event planning, she continued her career along that path, soon working as an Account Executive for Joy A. Patin & Associates where she planned events for Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus and Disney on Ice, to name a few. Afterwards, she moved onto Harrah’s New Orleans Casino where as an Event Coordinator planning events for VIP customers, as well as the Re-Opening of the Casino after Hurricane Katrina, Celebrity Poker and the Grand Opening of the Harrah’s Hotel.

Her latest and best quest is her current position as Operations Manager for BBC Destination Management. Having such as great working environment makes the job feel more like fun than work, and the co-workers aren’t so bad either!

Natalie loves anything outdoors and has come to love everything about New Orleans, including parades, fests and the new lemon scented French Quarter!

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Whitney Hymel
Operations Manager

Whitney Hymel was born and raised in Louisiana and knows all things Southern and Cajun – making her perfect to be an ambassador of the Big Easy!  Her southern hospitality makes you feel right at home.

Born in St. Rose, LA, right outside of the city lines, she was instilled with a love of the city by her mother and has been drawn to it ever since. 

She graduated from the University of New Orleans with a degree in Hotel, Restaurant and Tourism. Her first job was as an event coordinator for SMG/ Pontchartrain Center.  

There, she had the opportunity to produce some exciting events such as: Mardi Gras balls, the Mayoral Inauguration, a famous celebrity wedding and various sports championships!  Really enjoying the creativity and excitement of producing events, she followed as the Operations Manager for the City of Kenner with Mayor Muniz and together developed “Laketown Fest,” a fundraising event bringing the community together to help support the state’s largest lake, Lake Pontchartrain.

Now she is trying the destination management side of event planning, having joined the BBC team this past September.  Her new position brings on new challenges and lots of interesting adventures.

When Whitney is not working, she loves watching LSU and Saints football.  She also loves spending times outdoors at the beach and spending time with her Labrador Retriever, Lilly.

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Angela Bartolo
Office Manager

Angela Bartolo is native of New Orleans. Having been born into a New Orleans catering family, who has been in business for over 40 years, Angela learned as a young child the art of hospitality. She has spent the majority of her life in the events industry perfecting this art. At the age of 15, Angela began working for her family’s catering company and still, to this day, works with the family.

After graduation, Angela’s first job was with the Hand Rehabilitation Center where she was employed as an Occupational Assistant. She loved helping and working closely with a variety of people, and stayed with this company until 2004. She then went on to work for Paradise Pools as an Office Manager, which again, loved working and helping people and the creative opportunities this job demanded.  Unfortunately, Hurricane Katrina caused a lot of damage to the majority of the property and she was unable to return to work.  However, with the support and help from the community the company has since re-built! After leaving Paradise Pools she became a Human Resource Manger for Oilmop, LLC. She realized while being there she really enjoyed being able to assist all employees with various issues and problems that arised.  BBC was fortunate to hire Angela in November of 2006 and the combination of her experience and her bachelor’s degree in Business Management have formed together to make Angela a huge asset to the company.   

Angela now resides in Luling, LA, right outside of the Crescent City with her husband Corey. She recently just purchased a home in Luling where she and her husband have completely renovated the entire house. They have made it into their dream home and have taken a vow to never do there own renovations again. J Generally when she is not working, she enjoys being outdoors, such as camping and fishing – she has even received many 1st and 2nd place trophies for many fishing rodeos she’s participated in. Another love of Angela’s is on Sunday afternoons, going to the French Quarter to listen to Jazz bands and walk along the river – and that Sunday is never complete without an order of Beignets and Café Au Lait at the famous Café Du Monde!

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