Staff Members

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Deana Pagnozzi
Director

Steering a mission that channels the Rutgers standards of excellence into high quality overnight and meeting experiences, Deana sets the course that guests, the University, and the community expect. Advancing Inn facilities and guests services, collaborating campus department accommodations, and operating with a keen eye on fiscal responsibility, Deana leads the big picture in making the Inn an impressionable part of your Rutgers experience.


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Donna Binstein
Conference Services Manager

For meshing all the critical details that go into staging a successful group event, Donna makes it all possible. From initial contact, to detail planning, to the day of your program, to invoicing and payment, Donna is your event coordination expert, and single contact solution.


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Janet O’Beirne
Operations Manager

Like a symphony conductor orchestrating an outstanding performance, Janet is our chief of the day-to-day. Leader, supervisor and fine-tuner, Janet integrates people and facilities to seamlessly impart a memorable, and meaningful experience with each guest, on every visit. Including your time with us now.


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Joanne Vadola Leaf
Guest Relations Agent

A natural for delivering customer expectations, Joanne beings a passion that ensures every guest enjoys their time with us. Whether you’re here for overnight accommodations, or hosting a single or multi-day conference, Joanne is your lead to an exceptional Inn experience. 


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Gary O'Brien
Part Time Supervisor

Great teams have that go-to person that provides the supervisory cover to keep staff, guests and events on course during non-standard hours. Gary fills that role at the Inn, helping ensure the Inn experience is one guests will choose to repeat many times over.


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Ayman Soliman
Custodial Lead

When things need to be done within our facilities to ensure exceptional guest experiences, Ayman is our go-to. From in-room maintenance, to conference setup and technology, Ayman is your staff member who will handle the Inn’s needs.


Student Staff

Our Residence Coordinator team members provide support services to overnight guests, conference attendees, and meeting organizers. Their role at the front desk allows them to interact directly with guests from around the world, providing a high level of assistance and attention.

Our RCs are full time Rutgers students, with a wide variety of majors and class years. Below, see our current roster of RCs and learn a little about each student. We ARE part of the Division of Continuing Studies and Lifelong Learning is in our blood. Check out what each RC hopes to learn from working at the Inn.

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Kudzaishe Kadzimu
Residence Coordinator

Major: Electrical and Computer Engineering

Languages Spoken: English, Shona, and Zulu

Hobby: Making music, playing instruments, reading books and outdoor activities.

Fun Fact:  I can juggle. 


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Anita Cazorla
Residence Coordinator

Major: East Asian Studies

Languages Spoken: French, English, Spanish, and Korean

Hobby: Baking

Fun Fact: I grew up on a boat.


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Anna De Leao
Residence Coordinator

Major: Biology

Languages Spoken: English, Portuguese, and Spanish

Hobby: Running

Fun Fact: I ran a half marathon.


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Dorothy Fokuo
Residence Coordinator

Major: Epidemiology

Languages Spoken: English

Hobby: Cooking

Fun Fact: I like to watch movies.


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Angella Lawino
Residence Coordinator

Major: Public Health

Languages Spoken: English, Luganda, Basic Swahili

Hobby: Hanging out with my friends.

Fun Fact: I rewatch the same sitcoms like they’re brand new every time.