Our people
Meet the
The staff behind Harbor Event Center: the people who run sound, welcome your guests, and keep every event on track.
Jacob Putnam
Owner & Director of Media & Production
▎ I am one of the owners of The Harbor and I lead the media and technology side of the venue. If your event calls for sound, streaming, or a session in the Podcast Studio, I am the person to talk to. My job is to make sure the technical setup fits what you are creating, so everything sounds and looks the way it should.
Nicole Putnam
Chef & Marketing DIrector
Hi, I’m Nicole Putnam, Chef, Kitchen Manager, and Marketing Director at The Harbor Event Center. I have a heart for bringing people together, whether that happens around a beautifully prepared meal, during a community event, or through creative marketing that helps an organization share its story. In addition to leading marketing efforts for The Harbor, I serve as Marketing Director for TechBeat Solutions and support several growing initiatives throughout our local community. In the kitchen, I especially enjoy serving weddings, church gatherings, potlucks, celebrations, and other special events. I believe good food should make people feel welcomed, cared for, and at home. I am available for hire for both culinary services and marketing support. If you need help planning a memorable menu, promoting an event, strengthening your brand, or bringing a creative vision to life, I would love the opportunity to connect and learn how I can serve you.
Rachel Heddings
Principal & Ministry Leader
Rachel brings more than 20 years of nonprofit leadership to her work in education and ministry. She serves as Principal at Anchored Academy, where her work spans curriculum and policy development, career and technical education programs, fundraising, and school operations. At The Harbor, she leads in worship, children's ministry, and operations, helping people grow in faith and community. Throughout her career, mentoring has been at the heart of everything she does, from guiding students toward meaningful career paths to walking alongside emerging leaders as they discover their gifts. Whether in the classroom, the boardroom, or the congregation, Rachel's calling is the same: equipping people to find their purpose and use it to serve others.
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Reach out and our staff will help you plan your event at The Harbor, from the first question to the final walkthrough.