14.03.2023 Views

At Home In Houston County 2023

You also want an ePaper? Increase the reach of your titles

YUMPU automatically turns print PDFs into web optimized ePapers that Google loves.

GRACIE’S ROOFTOP BAR<br />

Some of the folks you may come across in your time visiting Gracie’s<br />

and the other businesses under Rigby’s ownership include: Steve<br />

Brown, vice president of operations; Chris Kirby, facilities director;<br />

Julie Jones, office manager; Rachel Preston Rigby, finance director;<br />

Dana Anderson, restaurant operations manager; Tanya Smith,<br />

attractions manager; Cassie Davis, bar operations manager; Amy<br />

Harmon, marketing manager; Courtney Robinson, operations<br />

manager; Lee Evans, party and events manager; Dominick Painter,<br />

bar manager; Glen Starlnecker, Best Western general manager;<br />

Mike Davis, Best Western assistant general manager; and Dennis<br />

Schnurr, Best Western engineer.<br />

Although being a family-owned operation can come with its<br />

challenges, the Rigby family is up to the task of operating Gracie’s<br />

and their other businesses with the growth of the county in mind.<br />

“Despite how hard it can be to work alongside family, we are a<br />

close family and are dedicated to the growth of our business and<br />

the subsequent area,” Rigby said. ”We love seeing new ventures<br />

come to <strong>Houston</strong> <strong>County</strong>. … We plan to contribute positively to the<br />

workforce, citizens and travelers of Middle Georgia, and hope to<br />

leave a positive impact on the people we are so grateful to host.”<br />

AT HOME IN HOUSTON COUNTY 61

Hooray! Your file is uploaded and ready to be published.

Saved successfully!

Ooh no, something went wrong!