Pauline Parry, President Being born in England and educated in that country’s well-respected hotel and restaurant management style, it was no surprise that when Pauline moved to Los Angeles with her husband and two children that she would put that education to use by opening Good Gracious! Events. A passionate lover of food and entertaining, Pauline has made her company much more than a business – it’s a way of life filled with an ever-widening circle of friends and clients with whom she shares innovative design, trend-setting menus and moments that will last forever. In 2009, she shared much of her style in her first book, Food Fun Love: Party Styles. Pauline@goodgraciousevents.com     Martha Perez, Vice President A native of Guadalajara, Mexico, Martha moved to Los Angeles in 1985 with her two sons. In addition to a degree in business administration, Martha brings her extensive knowledge of the different cultures and traditions of each region in Mexico. While Martha reaches out to the city’s extensive Hispanic market, she has also been instrumental in adding spice to the Good Gracious experience. Martha@goodgraciousevents.com     Dan Smith, Creative Director Local boy makes good. Dan is a native of Long Beach, California, (he likes to say third generation Long Beach) and brings more than 20 years of catering and restaurant experience to Good Gracious! In addition to turning a bride's dream into a reality wedding, Dan enjoys dazzling his corporate and nonprofit clients with his creative productions. Themed events are his specialty and many have been featured in the seminars he gives industry audiences, magazine articles and award shows. Dan@goodgraciousevents.com     Jean Campbell, Event Planner A former actress, this Chicago native has found in Good Gracious a stage upon which to create dramatic events. A flair for detail and design combined with two decades of experience in the restaurant industry enables Jean to strike the perfect combination of menu creativity, food presentation and overall design and production. Jean’s style and personality have helped her create long-lasting relationships with clients who turn to her for all their special events. Jean@goodgraciousevents.com     Patrick Sullivan, Director of Service and Management Patrick was born, raised, and educated in Southern California and has been a part of the food service industry for more than 20 years. He holds a true passion for food and strives to create the best service at any event. As manager of our service and event staff, Patrick works with our team to maintain the high food service standards for which Good Gracious is known. Patrick@goodgraciousevents.com     Joanne Purnell, Chef de Cuisine After earning a culinary degree from the California Culinary Institute in San Francisco, Joanne continued her education in the field, cooking in England and Paris before coming to Good Gracious! Her creativity has helped shape the culinary style of Good Gracious! and, through her high profile in the food industry as a leader, teacher and author, is shaping the styles of many others who look to her as a mentor. Last year she was published in the book “Inside the Recipe Box of the Catering Chef,” and, in February, 2009, she was named Chef of the Year by the International Caterers Association, an honor that puts her among the top catering chefs in the world. Joanne@goodgraciousevents.com     Margarita Hernandez, Executive Chef With Good Gracious from Day One, Margarita is at the heart of what makes the company so sought-after. Whether an event is large or small, Margarita works closely with Pauline to not only carry out Pauline’s vision but to ensure that everything that leaves her kitchen meets her high standards. To this end, Margarita is in constant contact with vendors, growers and producers for new food trends, local offerings and maintaining high quality control. Margarita@goodgraciousevents.com     Rosina Esquivias, Pastry Chef During her past 10 years at Good Gracious!, Rosina has worked her way up the ranks to hold what is today the esteemed position of pastry chef extraordinaire. After all, a caterer may be only as good as the last bite a guest takes. With Rosina creating our desserts and pastries, we know that bite will be sweet.