Our Krewe
Jill DiMarco, CMP, DMCP
Owner
jill.dimarco@signature-dmc.com
In 2020, Jill became the sole owner of Signature DMC. Jill co-authored the Best Practices in Destination Management book which is used as the standard tool in the Destination Management industry. Jill is a past Director of the New Orleans Convention and Visitors Bureau (NOCVB). She holds the designation of Certified Meeting Planner (CMP) and Destination Management Certified Professional (DMCP). She is a member of the Association of Destination Management Executives (ADMEI), Chair of the ADMEI/Accreditations and Certification Board. The purpose of this Board Position is to raise the level of service and education nationwide among destination management companies. Jill DiMarco joined Signature Destination Management, LLC in 1998 after nine years in the hospitality industry. In her role, she is responsible for the company’s Account Managers as well as managing all sales leads, trade shows, and sales trips. A native of New Orleans, DiMarco received her BS in Business Administration from Louisiana State University. Jill is married with two children.
Andria Lewis
Creative Director
andria.lewis@signature-dmc.com
Andria is a 20-year event professional with a bachelor’s degree in Mass Communications with an emphasis in Public Relations (Jackson State University.) Andria began her event planning career in weddings in 1998 and since her designs/weddings have been featured in Ebony and Essence magazines, Southern Weddings, Southern Bride, Munaluchi Bride, and Grace Ormonde. Andria has always believed that you should leave the world in a better state than when you came into it. With that thought, she donates her time and talents to her alma mater and has volunteered at Habitat for Humanity. She has also spent time as a member of The Junior League, fundraising for their non-profit community partners. Andria has moved from social planning to corporate incentive planning and fundraising with Signature. In her down-time, Andria enjoys great conversation, cigars and champagne.
Tony Leggio, DMCP, CPCE
Sales Executive
tony.leggio@signature-dmc.com
Tony Leggio has a decade of experience in the hospitality industry, specializing in event production and promoting New Orleans globally. Before his current role in destination management, he worked with Mardi Gras Productions and the Public Affairs Department of New Orleans & Company. Over the years, Tony has produced thousands of events both locally and nationally. He is an active member of Meeting Planners International (MPI), National Association of Caterers and Events (NACE), and New Orleans & Co., and has served as President of NACE and the Hospitality Education & Networking Association (HENA). Currently, he sits on the board of MPI.
Tony is also deeply involved in the community, having served as Event Chair for Art Against AIDS (Crescent Care) and was honored as Humanitarian of the Year. He serves on the boards of NOAGE (New Orleans Advocates for LGBT Elders), BYOBikes, and Halloween New Orleans. As a freelance writer, he has contributed to USA Today and several local publications, including regular columns in French Quarterly, Pup N Purr Magazine, and Ambush Magazine. He is part of Gambit’s Big Easy Theatre Committee.
Tony has a rich Mardi Gras history, having been Captain and King of the Mystic Krewe of Satyricon and the Krewe of Armeinius, as well as Grand Marshal for the Gay Easter Parade, New Orleans Pride, and Southern Decadence.
Georgia Roberts
Sales Coordinator
georgia.roberts@signature-dmc.com
Georgia is a native New Orleanian and a proud graduate of Loyola University New Orleans, where she earned a degree in English with a concentration in writing. Georgia is frequently found at local concerts and other events that highlight New Orleans’ culture. Eager to showcase the best of her city to each and every guest, Georgia is dedicated to using her extensive knowledge and passion for her city to deliver exceptional service to her team in order to produce unforgettable and personalized events.
Amber Harrington
Event Manager
amber.harrington@signature-dmc.com
Amber joined the Signature team with extensive experience in the food and beverage industry. Having worked at some of the city’s most distinguished venues, her background enables her to serve as a key liaison between clients and vendors, ensuring seamless communication and the successful execution of events. A graduate of LA Tech with a Bachelor’s in Communications, Amber uses her strong communication skills to foster positive relationships and streamline event processes. When she’s not managing events, she enjoys spending time at home with her baby boy, embracing the joy (and chaos) of being a new mom.
Bailey Schexnayder
Event Manager
Bailey is an Event Coordinator with nearly a decade of experience in the service industry. She majored in Business at the University of New Orleans and began her career in the industry as a host, where she developed a strong foundation in customer service and subsequently advanced to a managerial role. She combines creativity with strategic thinking in every project, taking a hands-on and detail-oriented approach. She has effectively managed teams, coordinated with vendors, and handled logistics to execute flawless events. Her hospitality skills and ability to connect with guests result in exemplary customer service at every event.
