SUGARSNAP - Key Persons


Abbey Duke - CEO, Founder

Job Titles:
  • CEO
  • Founder
During Sugarsnap's 19-year journey, Abbey has been at the helm every step of the way. Her business goal? Build a sustainable, year-round catering business by diversifying event niches, partnering with exclusive venues, providing well-paying jobs, and exceeding guest expectations with flawless service. Education: (Abbey) Duke University, Emerging Leaders, SBA 2017, Macalester College

Anthony Fountain

Job Titles:
  • Event Chef

Barb Leslie

Job Titles:
  • Event Chef & Operations

Chris Hechanova

Job Titles:
  • Executive Chef
With more than 20 years of experience, Chris brings a well-seasoned hand to Sugarsnap. His expertise is executing high-volume, high-end culinary recipes and menus Snap Acts: Planning and plating, budgeting, ordering, recipe testing, training, menu development and quality checks

Emily Bombard

Job Titles:
  • Event Chef & Baker

Joe Hoffman

Job Titles:
  • Event Chef

Martin Menendez

Job Titles:
  • Event Producer & Coordinator
Martin is our ECHO event producer and coordinator. He has coordinated all types of events at ECHO, both big and small, and can make recommendations to ensure a successful event.

Michael Kilhullen

Job Titles:
  • Kitchen Manager & Event Chef

Patrick Schafer

Job Titles:
  • Farm Manager

Samantha Kilhullen

Job Titles:
  • Event Producer & Coordinator