Ryan Hanley

Regional Vice President of Utah, Wyoming & Lake Tahoe

Ryan joined PRA in 2015 and since, has been named VP, Utah, Wyoming and Lake Tahoe. Over the years, Ryan has acted as the lead travel staff, senior operations manager, sales manager, new business development manager and General Manager working with many fortune 500 clients for both incentive and business programs since this time. Ryan continues to rely on his experience in the industry and great relationships with hotel partners, vendors and clients to lead his skilled staff of long tenured individuals to create and deliver memorable and successful programs. Prior to joining PRA, Ryan worked in the ski industry in a number of aspects including teaching and working in the Deer Valley race department. He has lived in Park City since 1998.

Contact: Ryan.Hanley@PRA.com

Michelle Palmer

Director of Sales & Business Development

Michelle Palmer joined the Utah team in 2010 following 18 thriving years in corporate group sales and public relations for Utah’s hospitality industry. Michelle has held leadership positions with Park City Mountain, Salt Lake City 2002 Olympic Winter Games, Sundance, Deer Valley Lodging and Zermatt Resort. She currently holds the post Director of Sales & Business Development overseeing lead generation and revenue growth for not only the Park City & Salt Lake City markets, but also for the PRA brand and its mountain destinations. Michelle is an active Hospitality Partner with FICP and has been ensconced in Utah tourism for over two decades after having ventured from New England following her college education in Burlington, Vermont. Along with her son Cortland and partner Andrew, Michelle is an avid adventurer often found in Zion, Moab, Park City, Snowbird and Jackson Hole … or somewhere unexpected on a sail boat!

Contact: Michelle.Palmer@PRA.com

Annalise Margherita

Regional Sales Manager

Pursuing her passion for the snow and outdoor mountain lifestyle, Annalise relocated to Park City, Utah after graduating from Gettysburg College with degrees in Psychology and Organizational Management. In 2015, she joined the Utah team as a Sales Coordinator after working as the Exclusive Resorts Concierge at Montage Deer Valley. Annalise quickly advanced to her current post as Regional Sales Manager with a natural sense in forming relationships, an enthusiasm for crafting personalized experiences for our clients and a tremendous aptitude for supporting our office technology. She spends her free time taking advantage of Utah’s adventurous activities such as mountain biking, rock climbing, paddle boarding, hiking, snowboarding and snowshoeing all with her partner Joe and their four-legged friends Marley and Tess.

Contact: Annalise.Margherita@PRA.com

Erin Cosmano

Experience Designer

Erin Cosmano joined the Utah team in 2012 as an Event Producer and in 2016 transitioned to a Regional Sales Manager for the Salt Lake City territory. Today, Erin is showcasing her incredibly creative talents as an Experience Designer and her authentic passion for unique design and event concepting has launched her performance to new heights. She attended Golden West College in Huntington Beach, CA where she was a member of the varsity water polo team. Erin is a Utah native and currently lives in Salt Lake City with her husband and two daughters.

Contact: Erin.Cosmano@PRA.com

Julia Stout, DMCP

Director of Events

Julia Stout joined the Utah team in 2014 and since then she has achieved mastery in program operations, client services, executive programs of all sizes and in multiple locations and works diligently to ensure bespoke guest experiences. As Director of Events, Julia is responsible for the strategic direction and management of the Utah client services team while also managing key accounts. She takes a humbled approach to curating authentic Mountain West events with her keen focus on crafting creative solutions and effective event logistics all while motivating her team to consistently deliver successful results. Originally from Massachusetts, Julia loves the outdoor mountain lifestyle and shares her adventures with her fiancé and their adorable dog, Finley.

Contact: Julia.Stout@PRA.com

Perry Hardy, DMCP

Senior Event Producer

Perry joined the Utah office in 2016. Born and raised in New England, Perry moved to Vail, Colorado after graduating from Bates College to work in the ski and hospitality industry, before settling in Park City in 2011. As a Senior Event Producer, Perry works with corporate clients to plan and execute memorable meetings, incentive trips, and conferences and is responsible for managing program development and operations. Prior to working at PRA, Perry managed and executed social gatherings, weddings and non-profit events for a number of organizations in Park City and New England. In her free time, Perry enjoys being outside participating in the many activities Park City has to offer with her husband and two daughters.

Contact: Perry.Hardy@PRA.com

Lindsay Jacobson

Event Producer

Lindsay Jacobson joined the Utah team in October of 2018 as an Event Producer. As a Park City native, Lindsay grew up immersed in the world of luxury, mountain town hospitality with professional experience in hotels, weddings, and F&B management. As an Event Producer, Lindsay is responsible for the strategic planning and operation of key accounts. She attended the University of Utah where she was a member of the Women’s Track and Field team, then went on to graduate from the Oregon Culinary Institute in Portland. She currently lives in Park City, Utah where she enjoys skiing, biking and spending time with her friends and family.

Contact: Lindsay.Jacobson@PRA.com

Laura Sharpe

Experience Designer