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PictureRob Hinkle
ROB HINKLE
​Community Services Director

Rob moved to Estes Park at the beginning of 2016 and has over 25 years of experience organizing and producing events .  He served as Chief Operating Officer for the World Games 2010 Foundation and has also worked for the Kentucky Horse Park and The Walt Disney Company.  He earned degrees from Miami University and the University of Louisville.

rhinkle@estes.org
970-577-3901

PictureKaren Lynch
KAREN SHEA
​Sales & Marketing Manager

A longtime resident of Estes Park, Karen has been in her current position with the town since 2013.  Previously, she worked at The Stanley Hotel, the Estes Park Convention & Visitors Bureau, and Mary's Lake Lodge.  She has served as the president of the Estes Park Wedding Association and is well-connected throughout the area's hospitality and events industry.

kshea@estes.org
970-577-3956

PictureKevin McDonald
Kevin McDonald
Special Events Coordinator

Kevin joined the Events Complex staff in November of 2021.  He is an event professional with expertise producing events for a variety of industries. Kevin has extensive experience organizing live and virtual events for trade, corporate, and non-profit entities; producing concerts and entertainment for the casino industry; organizing fairs and festivals, and developing professional sports entertainment. As an event organizer, he has produced successful events in top domestic and international media markets for spectators and live television.  

Kevin attended Utah State University on a football staff scholarship, then studied Sports Management at the University of Iowa. A Des Moines, Iowa native, he moved to Estes Park in 2021 with his wife, Leilani, to ply his craft and pursue his passion of cycling, mountain biking, hiking, skiing.  He and Lani have two adult children, Jared and Ava. 

kmcdonald@estes.org
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                                                                       970-577-3903

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Becky Gruhl
Becky Gruhl
Special Events Coordinator


​Becky joined the Events Complex staff in December of 2022.  She is an experienced CEO and Director of Nonprofit Organizations with her specialty in Feeding America affiliated Food Banks, Food Pantries and Volunteer Management. 
Becky attended the University of Northern Iowa and studied Elementary Special Education. Later working in encryption and telecommunications with the Department of Defense.  She moved to Estes Park in 2015 with her husband, Brad, to follow their dreams of living, working and playing in the mountains. Becky and Brad have 8 nieces and nephews, and enjoy serving this great community of Estes Park.

bgruhl@estes.org
​970-577-3902
PictureStephanie Kephart
Stephanie Kephart
Administrative Assistant

Stephanie moved to Colorado in January, 2017 and has a Bachelor's Degree in Management. Her experience includes business & HR management, teaching, marketing, online media, and website development. She loves to volunteer and has been a part of the Murrieta Police Department, Temecula Citizen Corp., Regional Building and Local Design Committees. She is also a member of the International Honor Society in Business Administration - DMD, and the Citizens Emergency Response Team (CERT). Hobbies include spending time with her daughters, hiking, backpacking, camping, and reading.
skephart@estes.org
970-577-3903

PictureChris Biniek
Chris Biniek
Special Events Maintenance Worker

Chris moved to Drake in 2016 and has over 15 years of demolitions experience working on marine base in 29 Palms California. He got his irrigation license in Dallas, Texas and worked for the City of Frisco and Town of Prosper, installing and repairing parks and sport complexs. He enjoys camping, off roading, metal detecting, and fishing.
cbiniek@estes.org

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Estes Park Events Complex
1125 Rooftop Way  |  Estes Park, Colorado, 80517  |   Google Maps
Phone: 970-586-6104   |   Fax: 970-586-3661​
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  • Home
  • Plan an Event
    • Venues >
      • Event Center
      • Pavilion
      • Equine Facilities
      • Grandstands
      • Conference Rooms
      • Performance Park
      • Bond Park
      • O'Connor Pavilion
      • Mrs. Walsh's Garden
      • Conference Center
    • Event Types >
      • Dog Shows
      • Festivals
      • Concerts
      • Trade Shows
      • Sporting Events
      • Private Events
      • Conferences
      • Weddings
    • Area Information
    • Services
    • Sponsorship Opportunities
    • Vendor Opportunities
    • Banners, Flags, Marquee
    • Catering and Concessions
    • Permits
    • RFP
  • Attend an Event
    • Town Events >
      • Bigfoot Days
      • Wool Market
      • Rooftop Rodeo
      • Jazz Concert Series
      • Elk Fest
      • Rocky Mountain Craft Spirits Festival
      • Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony
      • Catch The Glow Parade
      • Wine and Chocolate Festival
      • Whiskey Warm Up
    • All Events
    • Directions
    • Vendor Opportunities
    • Sponsorship Opportunities
  • Calendar
  • Tickets
  • About Us
    • Staff
    • Area Information
    • Visitor Center
    • Directions
  • Contact