Our Team

Marissa McCauley, Event Manager

Attentive and personable, Marissa ensures that everything goes as planned on event day, the master of all details. She will be there every step of the way to ensure your event is nothing short of perfect.

Mallory Alvarado, Consultant

Mallory can be found giving tours and assisting on event day. An expert organizer and multi-tasker, she is detailed oriented. Working with events since 2013 has made her confident to make your dream wedding or event come to life.

Maria McCauley, Accounting

Samantha Santos, Coordinator

Warm, hospitable, calm, and collected Samantha has a passion for what she does and for making each couple feel comfortable, happy, loved & excited before their special day. She is an expert in events and nothing will get in the way of making your vision become reality.

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Juan Alvarado, Lead Bartender

Energetic and friendly, Juan does a fabulous job at serving you.

Dennis Mobley, Winemaker

With over a decade of experience in winemaking, Dennis Mobley brings a wealth of expertise and passion to every bottle crafted at Vino Olivo Winery. His journey spans the entire spectrum of the winemaking process—from grape harvest and cellar operations to fermentation, bottling, and beyond. In 2023, Dennis earned his Certificate in Winemaking from the prestigious UC Davis program, a milestone that coincided with his award-winning successes, including silver medals for his Chardonnay and Zinfandel at major wine competitions, along with additional accolades for a range of other varietals. Before immersing himself in the art of winemaking, Dennis enjoyed a distinguished career in global investment banking technology. This experience sharpened his attention to detail, communication skills, and collaborative mindset—attributes that now inform his meticulous approach to crafting exceptional wines. His extensive international travel and exposure to world-class dining further refined his palate and deepened his appreciation for the nuanced relationship between food and wine. A native of Central California, Dennis’s roots in agriculture instilled in him a profound respect for the land and a steadfast work ethic. This unique combination of agricultural heritage, technical proficiency, and genuine passion for winemaking fuels his commitment to producing wines of exceptional quality at Vino Olivo Winery.