Organic Beauty
Organic Beauty
The Rock Island Family
Your wedding is one of the biggest moments of your entire life, and at Rock Island, you're in excellent hands. Our professional and ambitious staff provides couples and their guests with turn-key service from beginning to end by offering onsite coordinating, in-house catering and unparalleled attention to detail. Rock Island is a wedding-only venue, meaning our staff is extremely experienced in wedding planning and knowing exactly what today’s couples want. Our venue also holds only
one wedding per day to ensure all focus is on the couple of honor.
PERRY BONADIES
Owner
Perry is the owner of Rock Island Lake Club and Bear Brook Valley. Formerly the general manager of Lake Valhalla, Perry has 30+ years of experience and knows how to throw a party!
MICHELE BONADIES
Owner
Michele is also the owner of both venues. Formerly a wedding and ceremony coordinator, Michele brings an extensive amount of experience in the wedding industry.
EMMA CONWAY
Administrative Coordinator
Emma in a Nutshell
Coffee Addict, Harry Potter Nerd, Knitting Aficionado
Favorite Part About Working Here?
"I love the friendly personalities that create a warm and welcoming environment for guests and coworkers alike and the eagerness of everyone to help each other, no matter the task!"
KELLIE CLARK
Social Media Assistant
Kellie in a Nutshell
Anything + Everything Chocolate, Fitness Enthusiast, Cheers!
Favorite Part About Working Here?
"The freedom to use my creativity to help build and enhance the company, as well as working alongside young, like-minded people who have the same passion & drive as one another."
LISA ROSSITTO
Business Manager
Lisa in a Nutshell
Leo, Green Tea Obsessed, Fantasy Football Fanatic
Favorite Part About Working Here?
"Implementing a relevant new school approach to the market and seeing an overwhelmingly positive response!"
BECCA NELSON
Event Coordinator
Becca in a Nutshell
Soft Pretzel Lover, Board Game Enthusiast, Chocolate Obsessed
Favorite Part About Working Here?
"My favorite part of working at Rock Island is that I love being part of such a friendly and collaborative team that works hard to turn couples' visions into realities!"
JILLIAN LEECH
Maître D'
Jillian in a Nutshell
Chocolate Lover, Vignette Design Enthusiast, Antique Hunter
Favorite Part About Working Here?
"Everyone is so passionate! The atmosphere here feels like home. My absolute favorite part is learning the couples love stories and being a part of their special day!"
VICTOR SANCHEZ
Head Chef
Victor in a Nutshell
Travel Lover, Uruguay Native, Movie Fanatic
Favorite Part About Working Here?
"I love being able to work creatively and implement new ideas into the kitchen."
JAMIE EICHVALDS
Director of Marketing
Jamie in a Nutshell
Boy Mom, Halloween Lover, Online Shopping Addict
Favorite Part About Working Here?