Nola Gielen

National Events

Nola is a career bartender at heart with over twelve years of event work under her belt. One word to describe Nola’s career would be “variety”. She has worked in every style of establishment possible from high volume dive bars (Mothers Ruin, NYC) to the most elite fine dining steakhouses (Jacob’s & co., Toronto, Canada).

Nola thrives in environments that keep her on her toes and was naturally drawn to the world of Events management as they create dynamic challenges and opportunities alike. Nola is a Bar Ready graduate of Beverage Alcohol Resource (BAR) 5-Day and has completed levels I and II of the American Sommelier Association with special emphasis on blind tasting. Her knowledge of wine and spirits has helped her influence cocktail programs around New York since 2012.