Our Team
If an event you’ve attended goes off without a hitch, the group behind it is likely terrific. Special occasions have many moving parts – curating the food and drink menu, picking the right décor, arranging the furniture, scheduling entertainment, and coordinating service, to name a few – and any misstep can be catastrophic.
When you need a sophisticated Houston event executed perfectly, The Ballroom at Tanglewood team should be in your corner. With vast experience putting on affairs of all types and sizes in Houston and faraway locales, we’re known for throwing the most talked-about special occasions in the city. This reputation for pushing the limits of what’s possible in the event space came with hard work.
Stephanie Howard
GENERAL MANAGER
If one name is synonymous with the events space, it’s Howard. As The Ballroom at Tanglewood general manager, Stephanie Howard is the point person who makes things happen. A Houstonian with many years of experience managing events, she’ll work closely with you to turn your idea into reality. She’s so involved in the events industry that she’s a board member for the International Live Events Association’s Houston chapter.
Craig Howard
PARTNER AND EVENT MANAGER
Another integral player at The Ballroom at Tanglewood is Craig Howard, Stephanie’s husband. A Houston native with over 40 years of event-managing experience, he’s worked with the biggest entertainment and hospitality brands. Examples include The Ritz Carlton and Cirque du Soleil. The NFL has trusted Howard to direct events at four Super Bowls. Craig also helps manage a sister event venue, The Ballroom at Bayou Place.
Kirksey Gregg
PARTNER AND CREATIVE DIRECTOR
If there’s an events industry renaissance man, it’s Kirksey Gregg. He’s an award-winning florist, décor designer, and furnishing rental company owner. What started as a childhood passion for floral arrangements has become a career that’s taken him worldwide. Gregg has held virtually every floral design industry office, including president of the country’s largest state florist association. This devotion to the floral industry led to an induction into the American Academy of Floriculture.
Lisa Scarborough
PARTNER AND OPERATIONS MANAGER
When push comes to shove, Lisa Scarborough is an operations manager you want in your corner. With experience in everything from event planning and contracts to crew supervision and education, she ensures things fall into place for you.
Laurie De La Cruz
CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
With 20 years experience in both finance and the events industry, Laurie expertly supports the team. Her problem solving skills and knack for understanding details helps us put on the best events possible.
Let’s Throw Amazing Events Together
There’s no better time to celebrate that special person or day. The problem is many hurdles stand between you and a memorable, fun-filled event. Our team puts together events unlike any other in the hospitality industry. Contact us today to learn why we’re Houston's most discussed event venue.
Craig, let me say again how tremendous you and the rest of the staff are. It certainly shows that you understand the challenges that go along with putting on a major event. These last two years have been so much easier since working with you and your professional team.
Thank you for a beautiful evening! Everyone loved the space and the food, and your staff was wonderful! Your help and support has proven invaluable to this organization. Thank you from your friends at HCCLA.
Wow! We felt instantly like we had a family of support! Thank you a MILLION times to the moon and back for such a great event and for your tremendous generosity! I sincerely value our relationship and hope to continue our partnership in the future.
Let’s Start Planning Your Event
Designed with the guest experience in mind, The Ballroom is expertly equipped to host large corporate functions, dream weddings and other social events, but is equally capable of catering to the details of the most intimate gatherings. Please reach out to discuss your next event with us!
