SAZ'S CATERING TEAM
Curt Kluth
Creating memorable events by using forward thinking and paying close attention to detail with Saz’s Hospitality Group is what Saz’s Chief Financial Officer and Festival Director, Curt Kluth, prides himself…
Joe Brueggemann
“Excellence is not a skill; it is an attitude.” Generally speaking, a great quote. But for Joe, this motto is a way of life and a clear expectation for the…
Casey Sazama Schneck
For more than half his life, Casey has greeted each morning looking forward to the work day ahead with colleagues who have become like family in a business he’s seen…
Matt Hawkins
Known dually for keeping his cool in the face of chaos and for his creative approach to on-the-spot problem solving, Matt has been an asset to Saz’s for over two…
Alison Graettinger
You will usually find Alison with a smile on her face and a positive attitude. She is eager to learn and thrilled to be working for such an iconic brand in Southeastern,…
Bryan Neuschaefer
A Milwaukee-area native and the oldest of four, Bryan spent his childhood in and near the kitchen with his Grandfather, participating in every detail of planning frequent family gatherings. While…
Hannah Kitzerow
Saz’s Festivals Director and Community Engagement, Hannah Kitzerow started in our Festivals Division when she was just 14 years old. Now with Saz’s Hospitality Group for 15+ years, she has…
Joe Seeby
Saz's Festival Director, Joe Seeby started his Saz's adventure in 2015 as a beverage runner for Bastille Days. Since then he has become a permanent addition to Saz's Hospitality Group.…
Brian Taborski
There are very few who really know what direction they’re headed at the age of 14, but for Brian Taborski, our Executive Chef, getting his first taste of the industry…
Jaime Peterson
With a personal philosophy of “you don’t ask, you don’t get” and an insatiable need to succeed Jaime Peterson brings her many years of experience to Saz’s Hospitality Group as…
KARIN HURLEY
A Wisconsin native, Karin’s presence at the Marcus Performing Arts Center dates back to 2007, when her now-teenage daughter began dancing in the Nutcracker Ballet. A frequent Marcus volunteer at…
Michelle Anderson
It’s often said that Northern Kentucky is the border between the Midwest and the South. As evidenced by over fifteen years in the hospitality industry, Michelle has successfully blended Midwestern…
LYNN BRUEGGEMANN
As a young girl, Lynn took her place on stage in Uihlein Hall as a violinist for the Milwaukee Youth Symphony Orchestra, fulfilling a dream and at the same time,…
Katie Hoffman
Even as a young girl born and raised in Milwaukee, Katie was drawn to the process of event planning and execution. While shadowing her Uncle and learning the trade firsthand…
Sarah Werner
Sarah Werner joins the Saz’s team as the Digital Marketing Specialist. Growing up in Sussex, WI and attending Cardinal Stritch University for her Bachelor’s, Sarah has fallen in love with…
Julie White
After spending the last 5 years in talent acquisition and recruitment, Julie White decided it was time to rejoin the hospitality industry at “this iconic Milwaukee company.” Julie brings 20+…
Corie Budzinski
Corie Budzinski is our talented Culinary Office Coordinator that joined our catering team in 2019. She’s known as the “Kitchen Brain” around the office, as she provides administrative support to…
Charlie Schnell
Charlie Schnell joins the ranks as our Sales Coordinator, providing support to our sales team through a variety of avenues. Whether it’s writing up banquet orders, working events, or coordinating…