Ondine Appel

Ondine Appel has a diverse and extensive work experience in the hospitality industry, with a focus on events and catering. Ondine has held various roles in different companies, showcasing their expertise in managing and executing events, increasing sales, and coordinating teams. Ondine has experience as a Director of Events & Catering at Maman NYC, where they implemented event planning software and reworked catering SOPs to drive productivity and sales. As a Hospitality Consultant, they provided guidance and developed strategies to increase sales for restaurants and catering services. Ondine also worked as a Case Auditor at CohnReznick LLP, where they processed applications and managed sensitive communications to ensure adherence to program requirements. Additionally, they served as a Site Operations Manager at Affiliated Physicians during the pandemic recovery, overseeing COVID vaccination sites and coordinating operations across multiple locations. Prior to these roles, Ondine held positions such as a Director of Events for Tribeca Grill & Batard at Myriad Restaurant Group, where they executed customized events and managed a banquet staff. Ondine also worked as an Event Planner and General Manager at Ciao For Now and The Cleaver Co., where they handled daily operations, event planning, and managed staff. Earlier in their career, Ondine served as the Director of Special Events at Il Buco Alimentari & Vineria, contributing to significant private event sales and collaborating on marketing strategies. Ondine'scareer began at Artisanal Premium Cheese, where they worked as the Director of Events and Education, organizing wine and cheese pairing classes and private events. Overall, Ondine Appel has a proven track record of success in the hospitality industry and a range of skills in event planning, sales, team management, and customer satisfaction.

Ondine Appel has a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree in Art History & Theater from Connecticut College. In addition to their degree, they also hold certifications in Contact Tracing from The Johns Hopkins University (obtained in June 2020) and as a Certified Yoga Instructor from Integral Yoga NYC (obtained in January 2004).