Meet Our Contributors

As a longtime estate employee, it’s no exaggeration to say that Bill Alexander knows Biltmore’s grounds of like the back of his hand. His thorough documentation and love for preservation makes him an expert on all things Biltmore.  Bill's Recent Posts +

For Cathy and her team, Christmas is a year-round affair. She and rest of the floral displays staff oversee the creation of Biltmore’s grand holiday decor. With more than 35 years of Christmas at Biltmore under her belt, Cathy has hundreds of great tips to share.  Cathy's Recent Posts +

With a title like Chief Curator, Darren Poupore spends his days with one foot in the past focusing on Biltmore’s history. While some folks enjoy a corner office, all of Biltmore House’s 250-rooms are his workspace.  Darren's Recent Posts +

Holly Clark works as part of the Biltmore For Your Home team. When she’s not in the office, she enjoys exploring Asheville’s natural beauty by hiking, camping, and fly-fishing.  Holly's Recent Posts +

As Biltmore’s resident wordsmith, Judy spends her day crafting pieces that capture the estate’s beauty and history. She’s always in search of a good story, especially ones that involve Biltmore’s talented employees.  Judy's Recent Posts +

LeeAnn Donnelly loves sharing the best of Biltmore with the world as part of the estate’s Public Relations team. As a hobby photographer, she’s always looking for beauty in the ordinary moments.  LeeAnn's Recent Posts +

Leslie Klingner transformed her passion for the past into a career as Biltmore’s Curator of Interpretation. Where ordinary folks see antiques, Leslie sees multiple layers of stories involving the era, community, and people.  Leslie's Recent Posts +

Marissa Jamison works in Biltmore’s Public Relations Department promoting America’s largest home. In her off-time, she enjoys discovering Asheville’s restaurant scene and expanding her wine knowledge.  Marissa's Recent Posts +

Parker Andes and his team spend their days ensuring that Biltmore’s gardens are spectacular in every season. With hundreds of native and exotic plants to care for, they are the ultimate gardening experts.  Parker's Recent Posts +

As one of Biltmore’s winemakers, Sharon Fenchak spends her days in Biltmore’s vineyards and production lab creating great wines. Her hands-on technique for crafting vintages provides a unique perspective when it comes to pairing food and wine.  Sharon's Recent Posts +