Meet Our Team

From Clinton, Maryland, Chef Freeman Taylor is a graduate of Stratford University Culinary in Falls Church, VA. With 28 years of managerial leadership in restaurants, hotels and healthcare, executive Chef Freeman Taylor leads the College Park Marriott culinary team with a commitment to excellence in all areas of customer satisfaction and food quality. With exceptional expertise in a wide array of cuisines, Chef Taylor and his team work to deliver event experiences that are uniquely yours.     

Knowledge is power.  Ms. Welch joined the Marriott organization as Assistant Beverage and Food Manager in 2016, the perfect springboard to her experiences as a Sales Coordinator and Events manager.  As Senior Catering Sales Executive, Emily brings to her clients a depth and breadth of knowledge, experience, and deep understanding of customer satisfaction making her the perfect person to partner with to plan your celebration.

Every event, no matter how big or how small, is an opportunity for Mikale to deliver exceptional guest experiences.  Mikale's past experience at the front desk and as an Events Manager lends particularly well to her understanding her client's vision. In her most recent sales support role, Ms. Smith was instrumental in exceeding the service expectations of our guests. As Catering Sales Executive, know you are in the very best hands with Mikale Smith.

Aaron graduated from Delaware State University with a degree in Hospitality Management in 1999 and started his career at the Philadelphia Airport Marriott over 22 years ago. Aaron would go on to hold various leadership roles including Director of Hotel Operations at the Bethesda Marriott, Washington Marriott Georgetown and the Bethesda Suites Marriott. He also spent time as a Dual Assistant General Manager at the Charlotte Marriott SouthPark and Renaissance Charlotte SouthPark Hotel.