Liz graduated from the University of Maryland, College Park. She comes to Bond Collective via New York's hospitality industry, with experience managing in restaurants. Liz's love for hospitality and community drew her to Bond Collective's unique culture. Outside the office, Liz enjoys spending time outside, baking bread, and hanging out with her two sisters.

Michael is a graduate from the University of Wisconsin with a dual degree in Economics and Integrated Studies. A recent transplant to NYC, Michael lives with complete strangers in a walk-up in Brooklyn, and runs an art platform in his down time. Passionate about building assets that aid professional direction, Michael joined the Bond Collective team to help the development of member offerings, outreach, and services.

Abby holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Economics and International Development from Tulane University in New Orleans. After college, Abby worked in NOLA with Teach for America as a second grade teacher, where she taught 30 students all subjects. Six Mardi Gras later, Abby moved back to the tristate (she originally hails from New Jersey) and into Brooklyn. Utilizing her skills from her experiences in education, Abby will continue to cultivate community and build lasting relationships with members at Bond Flatiron.

After graduating from the University of Scranton with a bachelor's degree in Business Management and Hispanic Studies, Julia spent two years teaching and working with small businesses in Quito, Ecuador. She then carried her dedication to building up communities into nonprofit fundraising work in Philadelphia with the city's largest performing arts organization and the Delaware Valley's largest hunger relief organization. Working among Philadelphia's impassioned population is what excites Julia most about Bond Station House. When she's not at work, Julia loves to play volleyball, hike, and sip a good red.  

Elide Rathborne has been the Director of Design at Bond Collective since 2015.  She oversees every detail associated with the creation of each location while working closely with architectural, contractor and in house procurement teams to ensure timely and well developed spaces. Her creative points of view are rooted in history and travel. She is a graduate of the Sotheby’s Institute of Art, and has been featured in Dwell Magazine and Mic.com’s series “Reinventing the Workplace.” Her mission is to bring confidence and joy to members through their work environment.

Having always wanted to live in NYC, Lucas moved from Hershey PA in 2014 to attend Parsons New School for Design. During his first year in school, he began working as a design consultant for a luxury lifestyle brand in combination with working as an intern for multiple architecture firms here in NYC. Upon graduation in May 2018 with a BFA in Architectural Design, Lucas came to Bond Collective where he began work as our first Junior Designer, focusing on improving our New York City locations.

Richie currently serves as the Venue Operations Manager for The Mezzanine by Bond Collective. Richie’s start in the hospitality industry can be traced back to his childhood, influenced by his celebrity chef father, Ricardo Cardona. Having most recently headed operations at SPiN, McCarren Hotel & Pool, and Cantina Rooftop, Richie's responsibilities included oversight of all food and beverage outlets, events management and lounge services, staffing, cost control, menu creation, and implementation of standard operating procedures. He also provided off-site planning and execution services for corporate and social events and oversaw the SPiN food & beverage department, which encompassed operating and maximizing revenue for banquets, culinary, restaurant outlets, lounge, and bar.   Having worked previously in partner & event planner roles at Cardona Catering & Restaurant Consulting Group, Richie has worked with celebrities such as Jennifer Lopez, Marc Anthony, Preston Bailey, the New York Yankees, and many others. He created standard operating procedures for all events, managed event budgets, and generated new business through networking and post-event follow-up.

Born, raised, and still residing in northern New Jersey, Nicholas holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Environmental Science from Ramapo College. Before joining Bond Collective, Nicholas managed large construction projects focused in residential real estate. In his role as Facilities Manager, he is able to collaborate on innovative new projects as well as bring new life into existing Bond Collective spaces. Outside of the office, Nicholas enjoys anything involving athletics, animals (especially his two cats – Stryker & Tommy) and traveling.

Carly moved from rural Pennsylvania to New York seven years ago and began working in the media/public relations field taking on event planning and media consulting. She followed her love for real estate, venue management and hospitality all the way to Bond Collective. Carly's experience in the public relations industry ignited a relentless drive and passion creating processes, organizing and working with others. In her spare time, Carly enjoys trying new restaurants, running around the city with her adorable dachshund Winston and traveling to new areas of the world.

Drew holds a Bachelor's of Science and a Master's of Arts from the University of Connecticut and has worked in residential real estate, property management and operations for one of Manhattan’s biggest landlords. The combination of  his love of people and community is what “drew” Drew to Bond Collective. Hailing from Connecticut originally, Drew has lived and breathed Brooklyn for four years. Outside of work, Drew enjoys travel, buffalo wings, and a good film.

Born and raised in Boston, MA, Ashley moved to NYC five years ago, following her graduation with a Bachelor's Degree in Marketing. After over fifteen years in the entertainment industry as a professional dancer, she slowly switched gears from the front of the stage to the back, where she learned the ins and outs of event planning, production, and set design. Ashley's vast experience in a creative industry allows her to understand and provide top notch hospitality services with a personal touch across all Bond Collective locations.

Gregg is the Director of Sales & Marketing  for Bond Collective and The Mezzanine. Gregg has spent his career growing a wide-range of companies, from start-ups to Fortune 500 businesses. Gregg has deep roots in business development and structuring processes that grow with each company's needs. He has spent time in financial services and on the management team of two start-ups, both of which were acquired. Following his entrepreneurial spirit, Gregg founded PaidEasy, a venture backed start-up that was acquired in mid 2017. Gregg has great expertise in both growing and leading businesses for scalable success. At Bond Collective, Gregg oversees all things sales across every location, in addition to managing The Mezzanine. Outside of work, Gregg enjoys time with his wife and their dog, Loki.

Katharina was born and raised in Salzburg, Austria where she spent most of her free time practicing gymnastics, skiing and creating art projects. She moved to the United States in 2007 and studied Art History and Architecture at Syracuse University, receiving her Bachelors and Masters degrees. Katharina has accumulated years of experience as a designer and project manager in architecture offices in Austria and the United States. Her knowledge stems primarily from developments for luxurious commercial projects, design and construction of residential houses, as well as some art commissions. At Bond Collective Katharina, is an integral member of the Design team, spearheading architectural projects for both new and existing spaces.

Originally from Northern New Jersey, Madeline attended High Point University in North Carolina and received her degree in Marketing and Sales. At Bond Collective, Madeline can be found at either of the Financial District locations combining her vast knowledge of Sales and Marketing with her passion for collaborative and hospitable environments. In her free time, Madeline is a seasoned snowboarder, but when not on the mountain, she can be found with a good book and burger. After a stint in the south Madeline is excited to be back north and to make Manhattan her new home!

Nykeba means Courageous One in Swahili and is best pronounced as Nuh·kee·bah. Originally from Maryland, she happily calls New York City her home. She still manages to use Old Bay seasoning on everything. She earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Anthropology and a minor in Global Enterprise Technology from Syracuse University. When she isn’t collaborating and community building, she enjoys handcrafting luxurious skincare formulas. Nykeba founded Cori Rene to share her natural remedies with the world. She has a passion for digital media, photography, cooking, biking, and bouldering.

Sally, born and raised in London, began her career as a Junior Accountant in Britain's second largest media company, and simultaneously worked towards achieving her Accounting degree. After a move across the pond to New York City, Sally started working at Bond Collective in January 2016 and has enjoyed seeing the exciting growth of the company firsthand. In her role as Financial Controller, Sally oversees the day to day financials of Bond Collective as well as being involved in a number of strategic ad hoc projects. Outside of work Sally loves spending time with her husband, dog (Leo) and cat (Aries), exploring New York City, trying new restaurants and traveling – she is currently trying to visit every state in the US – 37 down, 13 to go! 

A graduate of NYU Tisch School of the Arts, Thomas is a creative nomad with a storied background in design, film and dance. As Visual Director at Bond Collective, Thomas assists in all things design and leads our visual marketing efforts. Past and present collaborators include Band of Outsiders, Tom Ford, Barney's New York; artists Logan Jackson, Ryan McNamara, Myla Dalbesio and Anne Imhof. His films and creative prowess can be found in publications like Essential Homme, Document Journal, MiLK.xyz, NOWNESS, The Last Magazine, Wonderland, Hello Mr. and Milky Mag. Thomas' enduring love for dance has yielded performances with MoMa PS1, Ace Hotel, The Public Theater, The Dance Cartel and musicians, Reggie Watts, Yoko Ono and Fischerspooner.

Born in Long Beach, and raised between there and Brooklyn, Serena has deep roots in both California and New York City. After receiving a double major in Broadcast Journalism and English from San Francisco State University, studying in Uppsala, Sweden and holding several jobs in events and marketing, Serena knew it was time to return to Brooklyn, the city that holds her heart. With a deep love for connectivity and experience she’s ready to drive a thoughtful interactive community at Bond Gowanus. When not in the office, Serena loves camping and eating bean & cheese burritos with her dog Bear and her boyfriend Perry.

Originally from Westchester County, Jake received his Bachelors of Fine Arts from NYU. Having worked in the restaurant industry since graduating college, Jake is thrilled to combine his passions of hospitality and community outreach at Bond Bushwick. Outside of the office Jake loves performing stand up comedy, attending his monthly book club, and giving belly rubs to his dog Jasper.

Originally from California, Cristina earned a Bachelor's Degree from Cal State Northbridge before moving east. Upon her arrival in New York City, Cristina gained extensive experience working in fashion management for the likes of Burberry and Michael Kors. In addition to her 10 years of general management experience, her background includes real estate, start-ups and hospitality. Her love for people, community, and business development brought her to Bond Collective Bushwick. A few of her favorite pastimes include hanging out with her Akita Shepherd named Cali, socializing over sports, and working out.

Hailing from Delaware originally, Jim joins Bond Collective after earning a degree in Strategic Communications from High Point University. At Bond Collective, Jim combines his passion for communications, people, and sales as a Community Developer at Bond Flatiron and as an Event Manager at Bond Collective's event space, The Mezzanine. In his spare time Jim likes to play the ukulele (record deal inquiries accepted), chef it up in the kitchen, and explore the nearest beach or mountain.

Originally from Massachusetts, Brooks received a Bachelors in Communications at Regis University and began his sales career in Colorado before making the move back east. A strong background in sales, marketing, and commercial real estate led Brooks to New York City and to Bond Collective shortly after. At Bond Collective Brooks specializes in community building, and enjoys introducing people to the innovative atmosphere of the Bond locations. Outside of the office, Brooks enjoys Boston sports and can be found outside by the water, fishing, skiing, and mountain biking.

After studying art history at Sarah Lawrence College, Shar became a district visual manager for the largest apparel manufacturer in North America, working on creative projects ranging from ad campaigns and product launches to store layouts. Her love of collaboration, innovation, and community development drew her to Bond Collective. In her free time, Shar enjoys the local farmers market, trips to Museum Mile and hunting for Mid-century Modern furniture.

Matt received his Bachelor's of Science from Florida State University where he also worked as a radio DJ and night manager of an on campus music venue. After college, he worked for Marriott, Ritz-Carlton, and EDITION in Miami and New York City. Matt brings nine years of sales, events, and operations experience and a love of working with people to Bond Collective. Originally from Florida, Matt has lived in Brooklyn for six years. Matt loves collecting vinyl, barbecuing in his yard, and taking his dog out for a game of fetch.

Erin holds a Bachelor of Integrative Studies from George Mason University. Years of extensive customer service experience led Erin to Bond Collective, originally becoming a member of the Bond Collective family through coffee vending! A jill of many trades, Erin has worked as a high profile nanny, and is in the process of starting her own queer greeting card line. Erin’s passion for fostering community and people led her to Bond 55 Broadway. Outside of the office, Erin loves dancing, live music, and exploring New York City.