Parker Grant
About Us
Parker Grant is a catering, consulting, and events company. We specialize in project-based consulting, event management, and experiential design. Our projects range from restaurant development and stadium concessions to corporate gatherings and curated event design. We approach every project strategically, from an exclusive evening in our Social Space to a 500-seat black tie fundraiser.
With a national network of event planners, design savants, executive chefs, and industry veterans, we'll make your vision come to life.
David Parker and Grant Kosch founded Parker Grant in 2019.
Our Network
David Parker
Detroit
David Parker is a Parker Grant co-founder and graduate of Northwood University’s Hospitality Management program. Before Parker Grant, he spent a decade working in professional baseball hospitality before transitioning to VIP catering and event management. He lives in Rochester Hills.
Grant Kosch
Detroit
Grant Kosch is a Parker Grant co-founder and a third-generation hospitality entrepreneur. Before starting Parker Grant, he worked alongside his father and uncle as COO of Kosch Hospitality, a company that has served Metro Detroit for more than 30 years. He lives in Rochester Hills with his wife and son.
Lauren Ashley Beck
New York + Los Angeles
On-air producer and host working in video and radio.
Capabilities: social media strategy, red carpet, event management, video, influencer campaigns.
Ben Blankenship
Charlotte, N.C.
Former director of operations at Professional Sports Catering and a business operations veteran with over a decade working in executive leadership roles.
Capabilities: Operations, concept development, stadium concessions, event management.
Michael Curry
Los Angeles
Global process manager at Google and former financial analyst at Amazon.
Capabilities: Event management, brand management, social media marketing.
Marisa Dorchock
Los Angeles
Professional actor and dancer in Los Angeles who MCs events and orchestrates community gatherings.
Capabilities: Interior design, influencer campaigns, event management, community outreach, social media.
Molly Engen
Minnesota + Remote
Director of community outreach and business development at It’s Her Brand Enterprises.
Capabilities: Community development, brand management, event management.
Kimberley Fischer
Chicago
Experienced project manager with years of experience planning events, tradeshows, and more.
Capabilities: Conference and trade show planning, corporate event management, staffing.
Marissa Gordon
Monaco
Head of global partnership and sponsorship at Amber Lounge, the premiere luxury experience for F1 Grand Prix.
Capabilities: Luxury, VIP, brand management, event management.
Risa Juliano
Montgomery, AL
Director of food and beverage for Montgomery Biscuits Baseball and an experienced hospitality manager.
Capabilities: Concessions, staffing and development, event management, event planning, catering.
Nicole Kosar
Washington, DC
Marketing and social media expert with years of experience from the Washington Times to beltway-based marketing agency Intermarkets.
Capabilities: Social media strategy, communications, event management.
Lindsey Lipa
Austin
Hospitality veteran with a focus on hotel management.
Capabilities: Hotel services, staffing and development, event management, full-service hotel management.
Jordan Parker
Pittsburgh
Experienced sales hand focusing on brand management and business development.
Capabilities: Strategic sales development, brand management, public relations, brand partnerships.
McKenzie Rowley
Houston
Proven entertainment industry sales manager with years of experience working in customer service, market research, and premium seating.
Capabilities: Premium events manager, VIP, sponsor relationships, brand activations, public relations.
Phillip Sides
Atlanta + Montgomery, AL
Experienced architect and designer who specializes in custom builds.
Capabilities: Architecture, restaurant build outs, interior design.
Jordan Thomas
New Orleans
Service and retention account executive for New Orleans Pelicans with experience in the NBA and minor leagues.
Capabilities: Special event sales, university athletics, professional sports, sponsorship and client services.
Taujuanna Ware
Atlanta
Founder and CMO at Xquisite Marketing, a full service marketing agency in Peachtree Corners, GA.
Capabilities: Marketing, social media, branding, event management, staffing.
Jason Bauer
Detroit
Markerting.
Our Advisors
Gordie Kosch
Metro Detroit
Hospitality entrepreneur and CEO of Kosch Dining Solutions with over 30 years experience working on everything from plated dinners to corporate catering.
A longtime champion of Detroit and expert on all things hospitality, Kosch is a strategic advisor and creative asset to Parker Grant’s growth.
Karla Spaeth
Midland, Michigan
A facilities and events director at Northwood who has worked everywhere from local golf courses to corporate Starbucks. Spaeth will act as senior advisor in guiding Parker Grant’s overall strategy.