Sarah Chrastecky is the Director of the Annenberg Presidential Conference Center where she oversees all aspects of the operation.
Sarah graduated from Texas Lutheran University in 2006, with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Studio Art and a minor in Psychology. Upon graduation, she moved to the Bryan/College Station area.
In the summer of 2009, she began working for the Annenberg Conference Center and caught the industry bug. During this time, she had the opportunity to expand her knowledge and passion by attending and graduating from the IAVM Venue Management School. In October of 2012, she transitioned to an Associate Directors position for Chartwells Catering at Texas A&M University to continue her experience and business interests. She returned to the Conference Center as the manager in the summer of 2015. In February of 2017, she stepped in as Interim Director until June of 2018 when she accepted the Director’s position.
Sarah is the mother of two beautiful boys and wife to a Golf Course Superintendent. She enjoys spending time with family and friends, game nights, family movie nights, and entertainment provided by a sarcastic 11 & 5 year old.
Please feel free to email Sarah with any inquiries/questions you may have.
Jamie is the Manager at the Annenberg Presidential Conference Center. Since 2014, she has worked as an Assistant Manager, Manager, and Marketing Manager. Additionally, she has been an Instructor for the Hullabaloo U Course at TAMU, teaching the first-year experience course for freshman students since 2022.
Jamie has over 15 years of experience in event planning, marketing, and communications. Previously, she coordinated events and managed marketing efforts as a Sales and Marketing Coordinator for a healthcare consulting firm in Dallas and managed several competitive dance studios in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. Jamie holds a B.A. in Communication with a minor in Tourism Management from Texas A&M University, graduating in 2009. She continued her professional development by graduating from the IAVM Venue Management School in 2019 and obtaining her CVP (Certified Venue Professional) certification through IAVM. Additionally, she is a Professional Certified Marketer accredited by the American Marketing Association, holding a Marketing Management Certification.
Beyond her professional pursuits, Jamie enjoys volunteering her time with various nonprofits including Still Creek Ranch, Voices For Children, and Elizabeth House Maternity Home. She also serves on the board for 100 Women of BCS. Outside of work and volunteering, she enjoys spending time with her dog, her friends and family, watching Aggie sports, traveling, photography, dancing and listening to live music.
Michael is one of our Event Managers and a Bryan/College Station native, joining the team in 2013. He has a wide ranging background in Audiovisual with over 25 years of experience along with various industry experience focused on event safety and security. Using his knowledge he helps keep the center at the peak of technology and the building in great condition. He helps oversee building maintenance and also coordinates all special events on the Bush Complex grounds. He is a graduate of IAVM’s Academy of Safety and Security and holds his Crestron Field Technician/Engineer certification.
Brielle Cooper was born in Louisville, Kentucky, but because she is the child of a military family, she considers San Antonio, Texas home. She attended high school on a military base and got accepted into Texas A&M University where she studied Communication with a minor in Business and earned a Strategic Communication certificate. She worked her way through school, while also becoming a marketing intern for a tech startup company. After graduation, she went to work at Disney World as the multicultural engagement and partnerships intern. She enjoys reading, spending time with her family, traveling, and finding the best food spots.
Meg Demny is from Tomball, Texas and is set to graduate in May with a degree in Health Information Management. Meg discovered a passion for event planning and hospitality through her 4 years working at Traditions Country Club. Diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes at a young age, she has learned valuable lessons in perseverance and empathy. Her personal journey with diabetes fuels her dedication to caring for others, whether in healthcare or customer service roles. Following graduation, Meg is already looking ahead to further her education in event planning and coordination. Balancing her career ambitions with personal interests, Meg enjoys time with her family, friends, and her dog, Rico, and finds relaxation by the pool with a good book in hand.
Maya Osorto
Student Event Assistant
Maya Osorto is from Plano, Texas. She is currently in her first year of studying Construction Science at Texas A&M University. After graduating she plans on working in the residential sector of the construction industry as a construction manager. In her free time she enjoys spending time with family and friends, making origami, and putting together LEGO sets.
Stella Huckabee
Event Intern
Stella was born and raised in Lufkin, Texas. She is currently a Junior, studying Recreation, Park and Tourism Sciences. After graduation, she plans to pursue a career in event management, ideally working in the outdoor recreation industry. In her spare time she enjoys rock climbing, camping, watching movies, and going to concerts.
Mackenzie Beall
Student Event Assistant
Mackenzie Beall was born in Lubbock, Texas, and lived in Seattle, Washington for four years, but considers League City, Texas her home. She is currently a freshman pursuing a major in International Studies at Texas A&M University. After graduating, she plans to have a career in international business. In her free time, she enjoys playing tennis, reading, and spending time with family and friends.
Mara Barrera
Student Event Assistant
Mara is from La Joya, Texas. She is in my second year at Mays Business School and is pursuing a degree in Accounting where she hopes to be a part of the PPA program. In her free time she likes to spend time with her family and friends whether that’s going out and doing an activity or just staying in and watching a movie with snacks. She also really enjoys going thrifting, reading, dancing, and looking for new coffee shops to try out.
Sawera Mirza
Student Event Assistant
Sawera Mirza is a dedicated student pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Finance with a pre-law focus. Born and raised in Long Island, New York, she now resides in Houston. Sawera brings creativity and passion to all aspects of her life, whether she is mastering intricate henna designs, experimenting with new recipes in the kitchen, or just enjoying a drive around town. Her diverse interests include cooking, baking, and dancing, adding a unique blend of artistry and discipline to her professional and personal pursuits.
Jordan Meyer
Marketing Intern
Jordan Meyer is a Junior Finance major with a minor in Sport Management currently studying at Texas A&M University. She was born and raised in Houston, Texas, but she has cajun roots as her whole family is from Louisiana. She is a huge foodie, spontaneous traveler, shopper, music lover, and loves to be active in her free time. Whether that’s going to the gym or playing a fun but competitive game of Pickleball.
