About Us
Our team has years of experience assisting couples as they plan a unique event made just for them. Our mission is to build long lasting relationships with our guest.
Surround yourself with the beauty of Kauai at the Sheraton resort on Poipu Beach
Meet The Team
Chelsea Schroeder
Director of Catering Sales
With 12+ years of experience in planning and coordinating events, Chelsea is an expert in the field. Inspired at a young age, she had a hotel sign adorning the wall of her Hawaiian themed bedroom growing up. These early dreams turned into lifelong passions which Chelsea pursued by obtaining a hospitality business degree from Michigan State University. Her attention to detail and unstoppable work ethic have allowed her the opportunity to work with countless couples in order to create their dream weddings over the past 9 years at the Sheraton Kauai.
When she is not hard at work, Chelsea enjoys beach days with her fur baby, Pippi, spending time with friends and family, and looks forward to her weekly yoga sessions. She is an avid reader and loves all things Harry Potter. She also never misses a chance to cheer on her Alma Mater on college football Saturdays. Go Green!
Above all, Chelsea is dedicated to providing each and every couple with exemplary service while ensuring that their day is exactly as they have dreamt. The best testament to this is her prior clients who return to plan their vow renewals or other future events. Chelsea loves what she does and it shows. She continues to look forward to working with new couples to ensure that their dream wedding in Kauai becomes a reality!
Mindy Malan
Event Manager
Mindy is a connector who, in and out of her professional life, always finds herself most passionate about building relationships and bringing people together. Blend 12 years of hotel management and over 10 years of event coordination experience into the mix and you’ll see why Mindy’s clients consistently give her rave reviews.
Known for handling stressful situations with grace and creativity, Mindy brings a “can-do” attitude to everything she does and creates a positive impact on those around her. She feels honored to be a part of people’s happiest days, and sharing in the joy and cherished memories being created are the reasons she loves what she does.
She has lived and worked in Honolulu, San Diego, Catalina Island and now is living her dream life with her dream job here in the tropical paradise of Kauai. Mindy loves surfing, hiking, paddling, working in her yard, and (shhh!) binge-watching certain reality TV shows with her special guy and their dog, Kai’a.
FAQs
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In order to ensure a seamless event for our couples, we have found that having an experienced wedding coordinator who is dedicated to assisting with the finer details of your wedding is key. They are able to focus on all of your needs for your wedding planning including event design, vendor recommendations, as well as flawless coordination on your special day, Our onsite Event Manager will assist with all of your hotel-related details—food & beverage, guestroom block, and event setup logistics. As a coordinator is a personal fit, we have several we can recommend with varying services, styles, and budgets. Just ask our team!
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A non-refundable deposit of 30% of your contracted minimum is required to confirm your function space and date. The deposit will be applied to your final bill. Full payment in advance is required for all events.
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Our county ordinance for the beaches in front of the property does not allow for wedding ceremonies.
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No, the resort does not provide this service and is the responsibility of the couple to obtain it before the ceremony. Please visit the Hawaii government website marriage license page to review the process. Please visit https://emrs.ehawaii.gov/emrs/public/ home.html
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Rehearsals may be scheduled within 30 days of the ceremony date. No physical setup is provided, and the time and location of the rehearsal are subject to change at the discretion of the hotel.
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Indoor backup space is always blocked for events planned in our outdoor venues.
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All food and beverage served at our resorts must be supplied and prepared by the resort. Exceptions may be made for wedding cakes or specialty desserts.
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Included as part of the service charge is a gratuity (currently 90% of the total service charge) that is paid directly to food and beverage service staff. The remainder of the service charge is retained by the hotel to cover non-itemized costs of the event. No other fee or charge, including administrative fees, set up fees, labor fees, or bartender or food station fees, is a tip, gratuity, or service charge for any employee. Service charges and taxes are subject to change.
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The food & beverage minimum is the least amount required to spend on any combination of food and beverage for your wedding to secure the selected space for a reception and/or dinner. This is aside from what is provided in our ceremony packages. It does not include sales tax or the service fee. The food and beverage minimum is achieved by selecting the resort destination reception/dinner package or individually priced, a la carte menu items to equal or exceed the food and beverage minimum. For weddings expecting fewer guests than the room’s capacity, the ‘per person’ cost to achieve the minimum may exceed the printed package price points. Site fees are the costs assessed for the use of specific event spaces combined with wedding packages and/or food & beverage minimums. Our premiere spaces will always require a fee.
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Yes, children’s meals can be provided at a reduced menu price for ages 5 to 12. Your Meeting & Event Manager can provide you with the menu and price options.
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A bartender charge plus tax per bartender per hour (a minimum of 2 hours is chargeable) is applicable if alcoholic beverages are being provided. Bartender labor charges will be waived if bar sales exceed $350.00 per hour per bartender. Bartenders are required for beverage service based on (1) per (100) guests. Additional bars/bartenders requested above the normal service standard will be charged $200.00 plus tax per hour for a minimum of four hours.