Benchmarks of Success: A look at major career developments in the area

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A look at major career developments in the area.

River House names events manager, assistant manager

River House Events and Council on Aging (COA) recently announced that Cindy Walker has been named events manager for River House Events, joined by Janel Graham as assistant events manager. Both professionals bring extensive experience and a shared dedication to enhancing the event experience at River House, COA’s premier waterfront venue in St. Augustine.

River House Events offers an exquisite venue for weddings, corporate gatherings and social events. Owned and operated by St. Johns County Council on Aging, River House serves as both an event space and a community hub. Its elegant architecture, expansive riverfront patio and breathtaking views of the St. Augustine lighthouse make it a sought-after destination for memorable celebrations.

Cindy Walker has been involved with COA since 2017, serving in various roles including development and events coordinator and events assistant.

Janel Graham, who joined COA in 2022 as development and events coordinator, also brings valuable experience in the wedding planning and hospitality industries. Her skills and dedication to creating unforgettable moments make her an excellent addition to the River House team.

River House is located at 179 Marine St. and offers weddings, as well as corporate event hosting, military discounts and short-term booking opportunities. For more information, go to www.RiverHouseEvents.com.

Office Images promotes Morgan Hochstetler

Office Images, a nationally respected, full-service workplace furniture and architectural products dealership, has announced the promotion of Morgan Hochstetler as business development manager. In this role, Hochstetler’s responsibilities include identifying growth opportunities that will help strengthen existing client relationships and attract new clients in support of Office Images’ overall expansion goals.

Prior to joining Office Images in 2023, Hochstetler’s previous employment experience includes management, marketing, sales and client relations roles. She earned a bachelor’s degree in communication with a concentration in advertising from the University of North Florida.

Office Images is one of the largest Haworth dealerships in the country, providing furniture and architectural solutions nationwide to clients in commercial, government, education, and health care industries. For more information, go to officeimagesinc.com.

— Compiled by Shaun Ryan