The JDK Group
Tara Simpkins is an experienced professional with a diverse background in event management and family engagement. Presently serving as an Event Specialist at The JDK Group since April 2022, Tara previously held the position of Family Engagement Specialist at U-GRO Learning Centres from August 2018 to April 2022. Earlier roles include Editorial Assistant at Stackpole Books and Culture Editor at Swinging Bridge Magazine, both in 2017, as well as Director at Crossroads Camp from June 2013 to August 2017, where responsibilities included overseeing daily activities and managing staff for a large summer camp. Additionally, Tara interned in the Distribution & Sales department at Simon and Schuster in late 2016 and served as Executive Secretary for the Messiah College Student Government Association from August 2015 to May 2016. Tara earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in English Language and Literature from Messiah University in 2018.
The JDK Group
The JDK Group is Central Pennsylvania’s premier catering and events company. Since our inception in 1987, we have continued to reinvent the standard for special events and hospitality services for the communities of Harrisburg, Lancaster, York, and surrounding regions. With over 25 years of event management under our belt, and internal staffing capabilities to plan a celebration for 15 to 15,000 guests, our talented and passionate team offers exceptional service, incredible food, and innovative design. As a local and internationally recognized leader for providing full-service catering, floral design and decor, and event management services, we are committed to providing quality products to meet the needs of our industry and community. Our success stems from our people-focused philosophy, trendsetting stylized presentation, and interactive event experiences. These initiatives have enabled us to consistently uphold our mission: To build relationships with clients and the community to create flawless events worth celebrating. For more information, visit http://www.thejdkgroup.com