MEET OUR TEAM

LEE STAEHLY
OWNER & CEO

Over her lifetime Lee has accumulated many years of experience in business-ownership, operations, management, sales and marketing and hospitality. Lee has a passion for building strong meaningful relationships with the people around her. Mother of four wonderful children, and mentor to her team, Lee inspires excellence within every part of Pepper Moon Catering.

Lee oversees marketing and brand initiatives, strategy and execution for Pepper Moon Catering and holds a Bachelors of Business Administration from the University of Wisconsin with specialization in Management Computer Systems.

Lee’s Advice: “Problems are just opportunities for new solutions.”

Favorite Pepper Moon Menu Item: Baked Cobia with Tomato Basil Sutton and Pepper Moon’s Signature Smashed Potatoes

MEREDITH WILLIAMS
CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER

Meredith is High Point born and bred, which is one reason she’s so respected in the Triad. This is home, and she loves preparing delicious food for her community. She is an original owner of Pepper Moon, founded in 1996. With a Hospitality Management degree from Appalachian State University, she manages our team as a whole as well as handles Furniture Market clients and the Wyndham Championship.

Favorite Pepper Moon Menu Item: White Chocolate Cheesecake Pops!

Take it from Meredith: “Share your budget with us. We have the established relationships and know the ‘tricks of the trade’ to help you achieve what you want. We may not be able to meet every budget, but we believe that part of our job is to share our expertise with you in a way that will help you make the best decisions for a successful event.”

EMILY TERRANOVA
CORPORATE SALES EXECUTIVE

Emily was born and raised on Long Island, but has made Greensboro home since 2005. Joining the Pepper Moon team in 2007, she focuses primarily on our Corporate sales, High Point Furniture Market and Interwoven. She also loves working with the area non-profits on their fundraisers and gala events.

Emily’s Advice: “Don’t be afraid to go out on a limb and try something different — your guests will thank you for doing something other than the traditional party fare!”

Favorite Pepper Moon Menu Item: A toss up between the Fresh Herb and Tomato Salsa (so simple, yet so tasty and pretty) and our Polenta (so flavorful, and a less-typical side).

BETHANN FLAHERTY
WEDDING SALES EXECUTIVE & RED OAK VENUE MANAGER

Bethann was born in Korea and raised in Pittsburgh. With many years in the event industry she began her employment at Pepper Moon in 2008. Bethann is an expert on working with couples and assisting them with their special details. Bethann’s extraordinary organizational skills also make her an excellent choice to sell and manage one of our venues.

Favorite Pepper Moon Menu Item: Shrimp & Grits Spoon with a Lobster Reduction

Take it from Bethann: “We want to ensure your happiness on this very special day (or weekend). Having an idea of the atmosphere, style of food, and overall look and being able to share this with me is a great way for both of us to start visualizing all of the details that will make your day truly yours.”

JAIME GILLIAM
DIRECTOR OF VENUE MANAGEMENT SERVICES

Jaime has successfully held a variety of positions in the wedding and event industry since 2006. She joined the Pepper Moon Catering team in 2015 to oversee sales and operations at Revolution Mill Events Center. Jaime grew up in West Virginia, and after graduating from Elon University with a degree in Business Administration she decided to make North Carolina her home. Jaime brings her knowledge of event planning and passion for excellent customer service to each of the events she manages. Her attention to detail and calm demeanor help clients to feel at ease and know their event is in good hands.

Jaime’s Advice: “With the stunning back drop of Revolution Mill setting the scene, let us help you tell your story through your event. We can recommend room layouts, food and beverage to create a memorable experience for your guests. The upper deck in the Courtyard is a great spot to snap an Instagram worthy photo!”

Favorite Pepper Moon Menu Item: Braised Beef Short Rib with Wild Mushroom Risotto action station

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LESLIE STAINBACK
HR MANAGER & FURNITURE MARKET SALES

A native of Franklin, North Carolina, Leslie has been a part of the Pepper Moon team since 1998, bringing many years hospitality industry experience with her. She has helped define the Pepper Moon approach that our clients love and the procedures that ensure a successful event every time. Leslie co-coordinates Furniture Market and takes care of our most established clients while managing human resources for Pepper Moon.

Leslie’s Advice: “When you are in the planning phase of your event, pick a theme and follow it through all the details of your event. The florist, your menu, the linen colors, choosing china or plastic, etc. all work together to make the overall feel of your event cohesive.”

Favorite Pepper Moon Menu Item: Proscuitto Garlic Basil Feta Stuffed Chicken Breast with Chardonnay Cream Sauce

DAVID LEA & ANTHONY SPRINGS
EXECUTIVE CHEFS

Our Executive Chefs maintain very high standards for our Culinary Team. They boasts at least a 99.5 health sanitation grade from the Guilford County Health Department each month. The culinary team, maintains the integrity of each of every item on our current menus while continually working to create new and exciting food selections and presentations for our clients.

MARTY CRANFORD
DELIVERY MANAGER

Marty Cranford has been our Delivery Manager for more than 25 years and is a valuable asset to Pepper Moon. Delivery orders will be dropped off and set up promptly and professionally by Marty and his crew. When your event is over, they will return to pick up equipment with the same efficiency and care.

PHIL FLINCHUM
EQUIPMENT MANAGER

Raised near Asheville, in the North Carolina mountains, Phil has been with Pepper Moon since 2014. Phil is responsible for ensuring that every event has all the items necessary to create a wonderful dining experience for you and your guests; from the dishes your food is served in, to the color of the linens and napkins, to the set-up of the beverage station Phil makes sure it is all there.

Phil’s Advice: “Be sure to discuss with your Pepper Moon Sales Manager all the available options for linen colors, Chef Action Stations, and displays to make your event one your guest will remember.”

Favorite Pepper Moon Menu Item: Everything.

CULINARY TEAM
DRIVING CREW & SERVICE FORCE

These members of the Pepper Moon team are instrumental in the creation of your menu items and in providing exceptional food delivery and service. Pepper Moon and our customers value the tenacity and attention to detail our drivers, kitchen staff and servers provide.

The supervisors, servers and bartenders come from all over our community. Whether they are students, retirees, or employed by Pepper Moon full or part time, all are dedicated to taking care of your needs and the needs of your guests, executing a seamless event and making you look good!