Shana graduated from SUNY Albany with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Journalism and a Minor in History. Prior to that, during the summer months, she trained as a dancer with the Joffrey Ballet School in New York City. Shana’s background began in operations when she joined Mazzone Hospitality in July of 2014. She held many positions within the company, including Wedding Attendant, Banquet Captain, Event Manager at the Glen Sanders Mansion, Key Hall and 90 State Events, Restaurant and Sales Manager at Aperitivo Bistro in downtown Schenectady. Shana then transitioned into an Event Planner with the Mazzone Sales Team. She sold events at the Hilton Garden Inn (Clifton Park), the Courtyard Marriott (Lake George), Loft 433 (Troy), 90 State Events (Albany), and currently is at Glen Sanders Mansion. Shana was promoted to Senior Sales Manager in 2024.