Being a family-owned business, the principles of personal service are very dear to our hearts. It was our owners, Maggie & Robert Shahnazarian, who originally came up with the idea for NOOR. Together with an amazing team, we have been able to consistently honor their vision for creating a warm and inviting space for weddings, birthdays, fundraisers, corporate events and more. Scroll down for NOOR’s sales and event management team bios.
Partner, CMO & Sr. Vice President of Sales
CMO & Sr. VP of Sales of NOOR in Pasadena, Mr. Shahnazarian has over 25 combined years in the entertainment and hospitality industry. His career in entertainment includes over twelve years of employment at Sony Music as in-house Producer, where he worked with numerous Grammy Award winning artists including Taylor Swift, Train, Kelly Clarkson, John Legend and many others.
In addition, his employment at the legendary Geoffrey’s restaurant in Malibu provided him with insight and experience in providing world-class service to high-end celebrity Clientele. He holds a B.A. in Communication from Pepperdine as well as an M.B.A from Pepperdine University | Graziadio School of Business and Management.
He is affiliated with the Chris Shahnazarian Foundation, raising funds in his son’s name to send two high school students on full scholarship to CalArts one month summer program known as CSSSA. An international traveler with sophisticated taste, Mr. Shahnazarian brings his passion for world culture and extensive knowledge of customs and traditions to his Client’s events at NOOR.
Favorite Quote for his Clients: “A successful event is one where our team meets or exceeds our Client’s expectations.”
Event Manager
Gillian graduated from The Collins College of Hospitality Management at Cal Poly Pomona, with a Bachelor’s Degree in Hospitality Management. With 7+ years of experience working in hospitality, she has worked with hundreds of clients to create memorable events.Gillian’s favorite part about working in the events industry is how unique each day is. No event is the same and she loves establishing a connection with each client to know just how to make their special day even better. When she’s not working, she enjoys spending time reading her favorite books or catching up on the newest movie release at the theater.
ASSISTANT GENERAL MANAGER
Dvean has been a dedicated employee at NOOR for the past ten years. He began his career as a doorman, welcoming guests, and was promoted to server. Over the years, Dvean transitioned to the setup team, where he further developed his skills. He has acquired expertise in bartending and is responsible for creating the schedules for bartenders and servers.
Dvean efficiently manages employee schedules, assists in event setup, provides exquisite bar service, identifies job candidates, hires new staff, and addresses operational needs. In addition to his professional accomplishments, Dvean is pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management at Cal Poly Pomona. His commitment to his work and education exemplifies his dedication and remarkable capabilities.
In his limited leisure time, Dvean enjoys grilling, attending comedy shows, socializing with friends, and spending quality time with his dog, Ziggy. He also has strong preferences regarding culinary practices, specifically disfavoring individuals who cook steaks beyond medium rare, which he humorously contends diminishes their humanity.
Sales Manager
Rachel graduated from Collins College at Cal Poly Pomona with a Bachelor’s Degree in Hospitality Management. With 7+ years in customer service, she has learned that her passion lies within helping her clients find exactly what they’re looking for in their events. She utilizes her education and skills she has learned from previous experiences into crafting the perfect packages for each and everyone of her clients!Rachel’s favorite aspect of working at NOOR is meeting with new clients, working with them and seeing their special day come to life. It’s especially inspiring when getting to know so many different personalities within her clients at NOOR and finding what best fits their individual needs.
In her spare time, Rachel enjoys fitness, going on hikes, going to museums, and spending time with her friends, family, and pets!
House Manager
Interested in hosting your wedding or event at NOOR? Talk to us today on (626) 793-4518 or fill out our inquiry form.