Cody Barrera
Director of Sales

Cody began his career with The Walt Disney Company, originally as a tour guide, including for high-profile celebrities. After saying goodbye to the Mouse, he began pursuing his passion for events by joining the American Golf Corporation.

While with American Golf, Cody created a range of events including holiday lunches for over 300 guests, the annual Wedding Show Weekend with over 500 guests, and special experiences for non-profit organizations. He was integral in the successful, last-minute conversion of a 200-person wedding into a birthday celebration.

When he’s not giving tours of the property, Cody can be found working with an espresso in-hand in his favorite place on campus, the Founders’ Room in the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion.

Alex Cave
Sales Manager

With a humble beginning as a dishwasher at the age of 19, Alex has journeyed through the hospitality industry with passion and dedication. Her career blossomed in the heart of wine country, serving and hosting at renowned restaurants such as John Ash & Co., Valette, and Francis Ford Coppola Winery, before taking her expertise to the Four Seasons in Santa Barbara. Transitioning into the Guest Experience realm, Alex embraced roles in Spa and Concierge services, enriching every guest’s visit with memorable experiences.

Her deep-rooted love for food and beverage guided her back to the forefront of the industry as the Food and Beverage Coordinator for Pendry West Hollywood’s Britely Social Club and the esteemed Merois restaurant by Wolfgang Puck. Alex’s extensive background in upscale hospitality environments has equipped them with unparalleled insights and a unique approach to customer service, making them a pivotal part of our sales team.

When away from the dynamic world of hospitality, Alex channels her creativity into crafting costumes for conventions and handmade jewelry, bringing the same level of care and detail to her hobbies as she does to our clients.

Chef Mindy Oh
Executive Chef

Chef Mindy began her culinary career studying at Le Cordon Bleu. While attending culinary school, she fine-tuned her skills working at Patina Catering. Before becoming chef de cuisine at Abernethy’s, she worked as a sous chef for Superba Food and Bread and was the opening executive chef for Mora.

Chef Mindy serving as our Executive Chef underscores The Music Center’s commitment to providing exceptional dining experiences that complement its world-class performances and events. Her expertise in crafting memorable dishes and her focus on utilizing fresh, locally sourced ingredients align perfectly with The Music Center’s mission to offer unparalleled hospitality. Under Chef Mindy’s leadership, patrons can anticipate an exciting array of culinary offerings that will further enhance their enjoyment of the diverse arts and cultural experiences The Music Center has to offer.

Nestor DeVera
Executive Sous Chef

Following two years serving in the Armed Forces of the Philippines, Nestor began a career in fine dining. Starting as a Steward at Copper Grill, a Hyatt Hotel restaurant, he quickly found his passion and talent for cooking. Serving in Executive Sous Chef roles throughout Asia, the Middle East, and more recently at the Anaheim Convention Center, Nestor developed his culinary expertise with international influence.

He has prepared meals for a wide variety of guests, including Muhammad Ali and Professional Boxers Juan Manuel Marquez and Ken Norton.

If he’s not in one of our kitchens across The Music Center Campus, Nestor can be found in his kitchen at home, preparing a meal for his dream dinner guest, his wife.

Marizol Muñiz
Sales Administrator

New to a career in events & catering, Marizol “Zolie” brings hospitality experience from her nearly seven years working as a Guest Relations Supervisor at Disneyland Resort.

Excited for the opportunity to create exceptional events for every guest, Zolie brings excitement, creativity, and support to the Hope & Grand team.

When she’s not learning the intricacies of catering, Zolie would ideally be sharing a meal with her dream dinner guest, Karamo Brown.