Meet Our Team
Our team
The SiteSearch team collectively carries a breadth of industry knowledge and proficiently manages all of the clients and events who have put their trust in us to administer their travel and housing solutions. A key advantage to working with our staff is our ability to provide quick and efficient responses to you and your customers because every team member has a solid understanding of the status of your account and your event(s).
PRESIDENT
Elizabeth Weimer
Elizabeth created SiteSearch LLC in 2001 to provide service to the meetings industry in the area of hotel selection, contracting and logistics. With more than 15 years in the hospitality industry, including sales and management positions with both Hyatt and Hilton chains and Opryland Hotel in Nashville, Elizabeth’s knowledge of the inner workings of hotels has provided valuable site selection and contracting insight for her clients.
Elizabeth is a past President of the Kentucky Chapter of Meeting Professionals International and has received both the Supplier of the Year and President’s Award from the chapter. She has also received the Certified Meeting Professional designation from the International Convention Liaison Commission.
DIRECTOR OF EVENT MANAGEMENT
Lani DeBlasis
Lani joined the Site Search team in 2007 after four years of Sales and Management positions with the Intercontinental Hotels Group and Choice Hotels. Prior to her hotel experience, Lani majored in Hospitality Management at Sullivan University. Her experience has been invaluable as she negotiates contracts with Hotels on behalf of her clients.
Lani handles both tournament and team travel coordination for several of SiteSearch’s major accounts. Her understanding of hotel logistics and her working knowledge of yield management has provided an invaluable advantage to her clients.
Mackenzie Thompson-Hamm
Mackenzie joined Site Search after spending four years in the Sales and Marketing department at a premier luxury hotel in downtown Louisville. She holds a writing and marketing degree from Emerson College, Boston, MA where she attended college. A strong believer in exceptional customer service, she is committed to providing clients and their guests an efficient, yet accommodating experience from beginning to end.
DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS
Abbie Marquez
Abbie joined the SiteSearch team in 2015 after four years in operations and management roles with the Hilton and Choice hotel brands. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality and Tourism Management from Grand Valley State University in 2013.
With an operations-focused background and extensive experience at SiteSearch, Abbie supports the training and development of the team while maintaining strong client and hotel partner relationships. She values clear communication, consistency, and a collaborative team environment to support both staff and client success.
EVENT MANAGER
Kimberly Ayers
Kimberly became a member of the Site Search team in 2023, bringing with her a rich background in hospitality operations and management. With 12 years of experience at some of Indianapolis's premier hotels, including the JW Marriott, The Marriott, and the Westin, she has been part of the hospitality industry's key events. Notably, she played a significant role in hosting the 2012 Super Bowl and the NCAA Championship tournament in 2021, serving as a bubble hotel for participating teams. Kimberly's extensive experience in the hospitality sector is reflected in her exceptional work with guests, clients, and partner hotels.
EVENT MANAGER
Cathy Gotschall
Cathy joined the SiteSearch team in 2018, bringing over 20 years of customer service experience in residential and commercial mortgage lending, as well as call center operations. She holds an Associate's Degree in Business Management from Indiana Business College.
A strong believer in exceptional customer service, Cathy utilizes her attention to detail and clear communication to provide outstanding support to guests. Her dedication to quality of service helps her build and maintain strong relationships with our partnered hotels and clients.
ACCOUNTING
Angela White
Angela has been a member of the SiteSearch Team since October 2004. She is a graduate of Eastern Kentucky University with a degree in business. Angela possesses over 25 years of experience in the hotel industry, working in all levels of hotel management. Angela handles all accounts receivable functions for SiteSearch. Her focus is in ensuring all invoices are generated in a timely manner to ensure prompt payment of rebates for our clients. During her time with Site Search, Angela has built solid relationships with hotel accounting managers to expedite payments. Her familiarity with various markets and hotels has proven to be of great benefit for SiteSearch.
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ACCOUNTING
Margie Rosenberry
Margie joined the SiteSearch team in 2021. She brings with her over 30 years’ experience in the travel and hospitality industry, working in various arenas including travel agencies, meeting planning, and hotels. Most recently she held the position of Business Travel Sales Manager for a downtown corporate hotel in Cincinnati. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from Xavier University, Cincinnati, OH. Margie works closely with the Accounts Receivable Manager assisting with invoicing and other accounting duties as needed. Her extensive experience working with hotels coupled with her enjoyment of working with numbers makes her a perfect fit for her role here at SiteSearch.
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EVENT MANAGER
Blake Bradley
Blake joined the Site Search team in 2023 after eight years of Sales, Management, and Operations positions with Marriott. While pursuing her career in the hospitality industry, Blake majored in Hospitality Administration at Ivy Tech Community College.
Blake’s background in hospitality has given her the ability to build relationships with her clients and all tournament guests, while also building a strong foundation with our partner hotels.
EVENT MANAGER
Lauren Oakley
Lauren joined SiteSearch after spending seven years in sales and marketing for several Hilton brands across the Midwest along with opening a boutique family-owned hotel in the central coast of California. Before getting into hotels, she was a wedding planner for two years serving the northern Indiana market. Lauren received her Bachelor's in Hospitality and Tourism Management at Grand Valley State University in 2016. Lauren’s background in hospitality has given her the ability and knowledge to give outstanding service for guests, clients, and partner hotels.
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EVENT MANAGER
Kellsey Reeves
Kellsey joined the Site Search team in 2017 after dabbling on the event management side and working for a huge prominent racing company in Indianapolis. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Sport Management from Indiana University where she attended college. Kellsey's background with sports and event planning gives her a unique perspective of understanding how event planning works and allows her to better understand her clients needs.
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ACCOUNTING
Barbara Henry
Barbara joined the Site Search team in 2016 after working at Ronald McDonald House in Cincinnati for over 10 years. In addition, she spent over 10 years in the hotel business working in several positions at the Holiday Inn and Hilton Netherland Plaza as Catering & Sales Manager. Her extensive background in customer service is impeccable. Barbara is responsible for invoicing and making sure invoices are sent out in a timely manner after each tournament.
ASSISTANT EVENT MANAGER
Allie Padget
Allie comes from the central Indiana area, where she grew up involved in competitive swimming. She graduated from Towson University, MD with a BS in Sociology, with a concentration in Anthropology/Archeology. She joined the Site Search team in January of 2022, after spending many enjoyable years in the veterinary/animal care field. Having also had previous experience in administrative work, she excels at customer care and attention to detail.
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ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE SPECIALIST
Talitha Keller
Talitha joined the Site Search team in 2024 bringing with her over 20 years Customer Service experience. She also spent 11 years in the hotel industry in various roles including Front Desk, Administrative Assistant, Management, and Catering & Sales Manager. She works with the Accounting department collecting payments to ensure clients are paid in a timely manner.
Hannah Sneiderwine
Hannah joined Site Search after five years in the hotel industry, with experience in sales and operations. Most recently, she worked at a hotel near the world’s largest youth sports complex, where she partnered closely with sports teams to deliver exceptional service and create a home away from home experience for traveling families. A lifelong sports enthusiast, Hannah was a professional cheerleader for the Colts while attending Indiana University-Indianapolis. Her combined passion for sports and hospitality enable her to connect easily with clients and understand their unique needs.
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EVENT MANAGER
EVENT MANAGER
Alyssa Pahlck
Alyssa brings a strong background in hospitality and sales, with experience at Marriott International and Access DMC, as well as most recently serving as a Senior Sales Manager at a Hilton property. She joined the Site Search team in 2025 and holds a degree in psychology, which forms her client-focused approach and attention to guest experience. A firm believer in exceptional service, Alyssa is committed to delivering seamless, thoughtful experiences from start to finish.
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ASSISTANT EVENT MANAGER
Karla Rogers
Karla joined the Site Search team in early 2025. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Tourism Management, graduating cum laude, and has experience in the hotel industry across Philippines, Florida, and Indiana.
With a background in hospitality and customer service, Karla enjoys creating positive experiences and providing thoughtful support to guests, clients, and partner hotels.
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ASSISTANT EVENT MANAGER
CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE MANAGER
Traci Townsend
Traci Townsend’s hospitality roots run deep — straight out of Las Vegas, Nevada, where world-class service is the standard, not the exception. With more than 20 years in the hotel and casino industry, including experience at renowned properties such as Aria, Wynn, and Mandalay Bay, she’s spent her career mastering the art of exceptional customer service.
Working in one of the most demanding hospitality environments in the world taught Traci how to balance high expectations with genuine human connection. She prides herself on creating positive experiences, building strong relationships, and bringing a calm, capable presence to every interaction. Her approach is professional, people-focused, and shaped by decades in an industry where every detail matters.
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EVENT COORDINATOR
Connor Weimer
Connor Weimer received his Bachelors of Business Administration from Belmont University in 2016, and currently resides in Nashville, Tennessee. He has worked for SiteSearch for the past 3 years concentrating on special projects and administrative tasks.
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STAY TO PLAY COORDINATOR
Simone Harris
Simone joined SiteSearch in May 2024 and brings 14 years of customer service experience in the tourism and entertainment industry. She is known for her attention to detail and dedication to creating positive customer experiences. Simone takes pride in being approachable, reliable, and committed to supporting both clients and her team.
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