Our Party
EXECUTIVE MANAGEMENT
CHARLIE FELDBAUM | Chairman | info@apresparty.com
Charlie was born and raised in Philadelphia and graduated from LaSalle University. He began his career as a stockbroker before moving to the Midwest, where he spent 13 years in residential real estate. In the mid 90's, Charlie relocated to Minneapolis to fulfill a long-standing goal of owning his own business. That vision became a reality with Après, which opened it's doors in 1987.
With a sharp eye for detail, a drive for excellence, and a natural gift for leadership, Charlie helped establish Après as the premier provider of upscale rentals and event services in the region. As a family-owned and family-operated company, Après takes pride in its close-knit team, which includes many relatives working side by side.
Charlie’s son, Michael, joined the company in 1995, working summers through high school and college. After graduating, he became a sales assistant and steadily rose through the ranks. In 2017, Michael was named President, bringing fresh perspective, strong people skills, and a modern approach to the business. Under his leadership, Après has continued to evolve while staying true to its core values.
The company’s strength lies in its dedicated, long-standing team, many of whom helped steer Après through the challenges of the pandemic. Charlie credits the company’s enduring success to the people behind it and the community that has supported them since 1987.
Après is deeply grateful to its loyal customers. The company’s story is one of family, commitment, and the relationships that have made it all possible.
MICHAEL FELDBAUM | President | mfeldbaum@apresparty.com
STEVE JOHNSON | General Manager | sjohnson@apresparty.com
Steve has been a key part of the Après team since 1995, when he joined as Assistant General Manager under Will Decko. Just two years later, he stepped into the General Manager role, a position he’s proudly held ever since.
What Steve enjoys most about Après is the variety. Every day brings new challenges and moving parts, and he thrives on the dynamic nature of the business. No two days are ever the same, and that’s exactly how he likes it.
Outside of work, Steve enjoys golfing, woodworking, and spending time with his dog, Luna, who never complains about getting too many pets.
DIRECTORS
CRAIG OLIVER | Director of Operations | coliver@apresparty.com
Craig was born in Michigan and moved to beautiful northern Wisconsin at the age of seven. Now proudly serving as Après’ resident Cheesehead, he brings decades of industry experience and good humor to the team.
After earning his business degree from UW–La Crosse, Craig began his career in food service management, which eventually led him into the fast-paced world of catering. His time in catering opened the door to a 21-year run at AARCEE Party and Tent Rental. Following a brief “retirement” and a part-time stint at FedEx, Craig realized he wasn’t quite ready to slow down. Fortunately, Charlie and Mike were brave enough to bring him on board, and the rest is still being written.
Craig has been happily married since 1985 and is the proud father of two grown daughters. In January 2022, he became a grandpa to Harper Anderson. In his free time, Craig enjoys live music, motorcycle rides, downhill skiing, golf, and the occasional scuba dive.
JIM BACH | Director of Tenting | jbach@apresparty.com
Jim was born and raised in Bloomington, Minnesota, and graduated from Normandale Community College. Though he originally planned a career in law enforcement, life had other plans—and he found his way into the party rental business (go figure!).
Jim has been an essential part of the Après team since 1989. Throughout his time here, he’s worn many hats, from delivery driver and crew chief to warehouse manager, and now Director of Tent Operations. Jim focuses on the sales side of the business, where his knowledge, problem-solving skills, and calm under pressure have made him a trusted resource for clients and coworkers alike.
He thrives on the wide range of challenges the event world brings, whether it’s an intimate gathering or a large-scale event hosting thousands. Some timelines are generous, others are tight enough to keep him up at night, but the satisfaction of pulling it all off makes it worth it. For Jim, there’s nothing better than working with a variety of clients and seeing the impact Après can make when everything comes together.
When he’s not at work, Jim enjoys traveling with his wife and trying out local breweries with her and their two sons.
KELLY TARMAN | Director of Finance & Accounting | ktarman@apresparty.com
Kelly was born and raised in Hopkins, Minnesota. After graduation, she moved to Chaska, where she met her husband, Alan. Together, they stay active in their community and church and enjoy a full house with four two-legged children and five four-legged ones—never a dull moment!
Kelly joined Après in August 2008. After nearly four years in an assistant role, she was promoted to Director of Finance, a position in which she continues to bring precision, dedication, and heart to everything she does.
A true travel enthusiast, Kelly’s favorite way to see the world is by cruise ship. In her free time, she enjoys golfing, getting lost in a good book, catching a movie, listening to music, and taking long walks whenever Minnesota blesses us with warm weather.
Looking ahead, Kelly’s dream is to retire in Florida, ideally close to her favorite cruise ports, ready for her next adventure.
KIMBERLY GEISLER | Director of Product Management | kgeisler@apresparty.com
Kimi has been a key part of the Après team since 2006, bringing her creativity, versatility, and attention to detail to every role she's held. After graduating from Colorado State University with a degree in Restaurant and Resort Management and a minor in Business, she worked in a variety of customer-focused roles before joining Après.
Over the years, Kimi has contributed across multiple departments, eventually becoming Director of Product Management in 2017. She oversees inventory purchasing, manages our product lineup, and plays a critical role in company-wide systems, organization, and marketing efforts. Known for juggling countless responsibilities with grace and humor, Kimi also helps with IT, showroom design, team events, and branding.
Outside of work, she enjoys life with her husband, Tim, and their three kids—Finnegan, Sullivan, and Bellamy. She loves hosting, home projects, organizing, wine, and discovering new restaurants.
EVENT SPECIALISTS
ANDREA BACH | Senior Event Specialist | abach@apresparty.com
Born and raised in Bloomington, Andréa has been a valued member of the Après team since 1995. Originally pursuing a degree in Nursing, she quickly discovered her true passion was elsewhere and found her home in the event industry. Starting as a receptionist, she worked her way up through the company to become an enthusiastic and experienced Event Specialist.
What Andréa loves most about her role is the uniqueness of every event. Whether it’s an intimate gathering or a large-scale celebration, she believes every event deserves her full attention and care. Her dedication, creativity, and problem-solving skills have earned her a reputation for making the impossible possible—her coworkers often say, “If there’s a Drea, there’s a way!”
When she’s not bringing events to life, Andréa enjoys spending time with her family and friends.
BECKY MASSOP | Event Specialist | bmassop@apresparty.com
Becky is a dedicated, optimistic, and detail-oriented Event Specialist with a passion for helping clients bring their event visions to life. With her many years of experience in the industry, Becky blends creativity, precision, and a deep commitment to customer service to deliver events that are both seamless and memorable.
Originally from Austin, Minnesota, Becky moved to Minneapolis after graduating from Mankato State University. She believes there’s no substitute for exceptional service and is known for her ability to tailor each event to her clients’ unique needs, earning their trust—and repeat business—year after year.
Becky credits much of her success to the talented and hardworking team around her, who share the same drive to ensure every customer feels supported and satisfied. She finds joy in guiding her clients through the event planning process and takes pride in helping create moments that turn into lifelong memories.
Becky lives in New Hope with her husband, Brad, and their three wonderful children, who keep her busy and surrounded by love, laughter, and nonstop activities.
KATIEE WANDMACHER | Senior Event Specialist | kwandmacher@apresparty.com
Born and raised in St. Paul, Katiee brings many years of experience in the catering and event industry, including time spent honing her craft on the East Coast. Since joining Après in 2005, she has become a standout Senior Event Specialist known for her creativity, style, and exceptional customer service.
Katiee's work has been recognized with prestigious honors, including the Star and ICON Awards, a testament to her dedication and talent. Whether planning an intimate gathering for 15 or a large-scale event for 1,500, she approaches each project with the same passion, professionalism, and attention to detail.
Outside of Après, Katiee enjoys staying active, whether it’s working out, skiing, golfing, or playing pickleball, along with cooking, reading, and spending quality time with family and friends. She’s also a proud fan of going to bed early!
EMILY PETER | Sales Assistant to Katiee, Design Assistant | epeter@apresparty.com
Originally from Rochester, Emily moved to the Twin Cities for college and earned a degree in Music Business. After realizing that managing artists wasn’t all that different from managing events, she found her way into the hospitality industry, and hasn’t looked back!
Emily began her career coordinating weddings for the Minneapolis Park Board, then transitioned into catering and venue management. But her true passion has always been in event design and décor. Since joining Après in 2015, she’s found her ideal fit.
At Après, Emily wears many hats: she serves as Sales Assistant to Katiee, manages social media and content strategy, oversees showroom design and maintenance, and helps keep the team up to speed on rental software features through Alert. She also plays a key role in curating new linens and rental products, always on the lookout for fresh and exciting additions.
Outside of work, Emily enjoys decorating her home, spending time outdoors (especially when it’s 90° and sunny!), watching reality TV, and hanging out with her partner, Phillip. She’s passionate about creating beautiful, memorable events and loves being part of making that happen for clients.
KARLA VITEZ | Sales Assistant to Andrea & Jim | kvitez@apresparty.com
Born and raised in Bloomington, Minnesota, Karla has been an integral part of the Après team since 1997. As a Sales Assistant to Andrea and Jim, she plays a key role in keeping projects running smoothly and clients well-supported. Her strong organizational skills, deep industry knowledge, and calm, behind-the-scenes presence make her a valued resource to both her team and the clients they serve.
Karla is known for her reliability, attention to detail, and ability to juggle multiple projects at once, all with a friendly and steady approach that makes her a pleasure to work with.
She currently lives in Burnsville with her husband and their three teenage children. When she’s not at work, Karla enjoys relaxing with a good book, getting creative with crafting, spending weekends at the family cabin, and playing the ever-busy role of “taxi driver” to support her kids’ many sporting events and activities.
ACCOUNTING & ADMISTRATION
JENNY OLAFSON | Accounting Administrator | jolafson@apresparty.com
Born and raised in Minnesota, Jenny has been a valued member of the Après team since 2016 and proudly wears many hats. As part of the accounting team, she manages accounts receivable, sending out statements, invoicing clients, and ensuring timely payments with accuracy and professionalism.
Beyond accounting, Jenny plays an active role in system improvements and staff training. She regularly attends Alert rental software conferences (as many as Charlie will allow!) and returns with a wealth of knowledge she's always eager to share. A natural problem-solver, she’s also one of the go-to team members for troubleshooting everything from computers and printers to phones and other tech quirks.
Jenny has been married since 1996 and is the proud mom of three amazing kids, one of whom now works at Après full time, and another who joined the team for his first summer in 2023. Her family enjoys their annual fishing trip to Lake Winnie, especially when the girls' team takes home the win in the yearly fishing challenge.
In her free time, Jenny loves reading, spending time with family and friends, golfing (or at least giving it her best shot), and is planning to go on more cruises to sunny, tropical destinations.
JORDYN CAMPBELL | Administrative Assistant | jcampbell@apresparty.com
Born and raised in Brooklyn Park, Jordyn joined the Après team in 2021 as an Administrative Assistant. She’s one of the first friendly faces you’ll see when you walk through our doors and is often the helpful voice on the other end of the phone when it comes to will-call orders or return reminders.
In addition to her role at Après, Jordyn still holds a part-time position at Target, a job she enjoys too much to give up! Outside of work, she loves reading and spending quality time with her family.
DEPARTMENT MANAGERS
MATT GRESETH | Operations Manager | mgreseth@apresparty.com
Matt graduated from the University of North Dakota with a degree in Theatre Arts and went on to earn his MFA in Directing from the University of Montana. His lifelong passion for the arts includes singing with the a cappella group Four Score and co-founding Urban Samurai Productions, where he served as Artistic Director for more than a decade.
While pursuing his creative passions, Matt also built a successful career in the casino industry—starting as a dealer and eventually managing the poker room at Canterbury Park in Minneapolis, MN.
Now new to the event industry, Matt is excited to begin this next chapter as Après’ Operations Manager. Outside of work, he enjoys rock climbing, playing board games, and spending time with his wife, Marcia; his son and daughter-in-law, Nate and Courtney; and their two dogs, Moose and Saya.
JEFF MOORE | Warehouse Manager | jmoore@apresparty.com
Jeff has been a dedicated member of the Après team since 1998, working his way up from delivery helper to driver, and now serving as our Warehouse Manager. With a deep understanding of operations and a strong commitment to quality and efficiency, Jeff plays a key role in keeping our warehouse running smoothly and ensuring our crews are set up for success.
Known for his calm, steady leadership and attention to detail, Jeff is a trusted resource for both his team and other departments. He takes great pride in maintaining an organized, safe, and productive workspace, and his years of hands-on experience make him an invaluable part of the Après family.
Outside of work, Jeff enjoys disc golfing, catching up on sleep, and spending time with his pets. He’s also passionate about giving back to the community and is known for organizing team volunteer outings to Feed My Starving Children, bringing coworkers together to support a meaningful cause.
LUIS CASILLAS | Dish Room Manager | luis@apresparty.com
Luis has been a valued member of the Après since 1998, spending his entire tenure in our dishroom, either working directly or managing its day-to-day operations. His experience, consistency, and deep knowledge of the behind-the-scenes details make him an essential part of our success and a trusted leader in one of the most critical areas of our business.
Luis is known for his strong work ethic, calm presence, and dedication to maintaining high standards. He ensures that every piece of equipment, no matter how large or small, is cleaned, prepped, and ready for events, helping uphold the quality that our clients have come to expect.
Outside of work, Luis is a proud husband and father to five boys. A passionate soccer fan, he loves playing the game with his kids and cheering them on from the sidelines. He’s also an avid outdoorsman who enjoys fishing, hunting, camping, and making the most of Minnesota’s great outdoors, even in the heart of winter.
MEGAN SCHMIDT | Linen and Décor Manager | mschmidt@apresparty.com
Born and raised in Dayton, Minnesota, Megan joined Après shortly after earning her degree in Hotel, Restaurant, and Tourism Management with an emphasis in Event Planning from the University of Wisconsin–Stout in 2018.
She started as a décor assistant and quickly discovered a love for draping, especially the transformation of venues and tents into stunning event spaces. Megan's talent and dedication have led her to become our Linen and Décor Manager.
Megan is known for her creativity, attention to detail, and ability to stay calm under pressure. Outside of work, she enjoys reading, puzzles, and crafting book folding art (some of which can be found in our sales team’s offices). She lives in Crystal and visits her mom and beloved chihuahua mix, Ellie, every week.
PHILLIP GALVAN | Production Supervisor | pgalvan@apresparty.com
Originally from California, Phillip moved to the Midwest to pursue a degree in Music Production in St. Paul, Minnesota. After college, he settled in Minneapolis, where he spent several years producing for local artists and managing live sound for corporate events, honing his skills in logistics, timing, and technical execution.
Phillip joined Après in the Will Call department, assisting customers with pickups and returns alongside Adrian. After two busy seasons and a proven track record of dependability and leadership, he transitioned into the role of Production Supervisor. In this position, Phillip oversees production processes, ensures quality control, and works to improve workflow efficiency across the board.
Outside of work, Phillip enjoys exploring Minnesota’s lakes and state parks with his partner, Emily. He’s a proud Los Angeles Rams fan on game days and makes it a priority to visit family in California whenever he can.