Meet the Team at the austin Venue
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Noah Sweeney
Sales manager
Noah is our Venue Sales Manager and a proud Kansas City native, originally from Blue Springs. He studied Events Marketing & Management at the University of Central Missouri, where he gained hands-on experience planning, promoting, and executing events. Before joining our team, he worked in nonprofit marketing and communications across the arts, tourism, and social services sectors. Noah is a people person through and through—he loves building connections and making others smile. He brings warmth, creativity, and attention to detail to every event he works on. When he’s not at the venue, you can find him exploring Kansas City with friends or checking out a new concert.
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Rachel Fletcher
Sales manager
Meet Rachel Fletcher, our dynamic and visionary Venue Sales Manager. Originally from Atlanta, she moved to the Midwest to study Strategic Communications at the University of Kansas, graduating from the renowned William Allen White School of Journalism. With a background in sales, marketing, and event planning, Rachel brings both strategy and creativity to everything she does. She’s passionate about building relationships and creating events that feel intentional and effortless. Outside of her role here, Rachel is the founder of All Live, a culinary and events company that celebrates the beauty of gathering. Whether she’s curating an event or designing a menu, she brings heart and purpose to every detail.
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Sydney Klaus
VENUE MANAGER
Meet Sydney Klaus, our Venue Manager at The Austin. With a Bachelor's degree in Tourism and Hospitality Management, specializing in Events, Sydney graduated from Fort Hays State University. Eager to pursue her passion for events. Sydney joined Abbott Hospitality in February 2022, as she finds immense joy in creating extraordinary experiences and making her clients feel truly cherished. Being a small part of one of the most momentous days in her clients' lives is a privilege she holds dear. When she's not orchestrating unforgettable events, Sydney enjoys indulging in online shopping, savoring quality time with her loved ones, and doting on her adorable pittie companion, Houston.
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Peyton Hassenflu
Marketing Coordinator
Meet Peyton Hassenflu, our accomplished Marketing Coordinator. Peyton's journey in the world of marketing began at the University of Arkansas, where she graduated in 2022 with a degree in Journalism, specializing in Advertising and Public Relations, and complemented it with a minor in English. A true Kansas City native, Peyton returned to her hometown from Bentonville, AR, bringing with her a wealth of experience and boundless creativity that enriches our team. She wears many hats, skillfully managing our social media accounts, devising innovative marketing strategies, and crafting captivating graphic design assets and compelling copywriting. Peyton is our go-to for all things marketing within the company. Her approach is always strategic, and her keen eye for detail ensures that every project resonates with our audience, helping us convey our brand's message effectively.