THE TEAM
We believe that our team is one of the key elements that makes a Maleny Manor event so special. Our team of dedicated wedding and events professionals, along with our passionate team of hospitality professionals are all on hand to ensure your event runs smoothly.
Felicity Sharwood
GENERAL MANAGER
Commencing her hospitality career over 20 years ago, the passion for weddings and events started at Brisbane Powerhouse in 2009, continuing through to luxury hotels and retreats within the Sunshine Coast, Brisbane and the Scenic Rim region. Felicity has been leading the Maleny Manor team as General Manager since January 2020.
Drink of Choice
Rosé
Lover of
Tropical Islands
Emma Anderson
ASSISTANT GENERAL MANAGER
After gaining invaluable experience in large scale events across Brisbane, Emma moved to the hinterland in 2019 to connect with nature and her love of animals. Emma’s calm presence, paired with her extensive knowledge of weddings and events, she ensures everything runs smoothly at Maleny Manor.
Lover of
Animals
Drink of Choice
Spicy Margarita
Melissa Houghton
SALES & EVENTS MANAGER
As a Sunshine Coast local, Melissa has worked within various Sunshine Coast wedding venues and large scale hotels. Melissa has also worked as a Travel Agent within the Flight Centre Travel Group which has fostered her love for travel.
Lover of
Travel
Drink of Choice
Pinot Grigio
India Fa’atau
WEDDING & EVENTS COORDINATOR
Originating from the sugarcane capital of Queensland, Bundaberg; India studied Event Management abroad in Switzerland, before moving to the Sunshine Coast to pursue her passion for hospitality within iconic venues including the Imperial Eumundi and The Doonan.
Lover of
Books
Drink of Choice
Amaretto Sour
Ana Moraes
EVENTS MANAGER
Ana's passion for hospitality started in her home city of Sao Paulo, Brazil. After moving to Australia in 2016, she immersed herself in the events industry within Sydney before moving to the Sunshine Coast. Ana prides herself in ability to teach, train and nurture our front of house team, as well as the personalised customer service she offers to each and every guest.
Drink of Choice
Cold Beer
Lover of
A day at the Beach