Trish Renehan Vodrazka has been a USBG Phoenix Chapter member since 2013.  She has served as Chapter President, Secretary and Treasurer.  She now serves her 3rd term on the  Chapter's Board of Directors.

Since 2021 has held a position as one of the Board of Directors with the USBG National Charity Foundation. She was a grant recipient herself in 2018.

A Southwest Regional Representative on the USBG Council of Chapters. 

With over 30+ years of experience in Arizona in the hospitality, bar, and restaurant industry, Trish offers consulting services ranging from restaurant operations, event planning, catering, fundraising, social media, and marketing to spirits, wine, and beer education. 

Kirsten is a spirits expert with Southern charm. Originally from Fort Worth,Texas, Kirsten has developed a top tier palate creating and consulting on thousands of menus. For the past 6 years she has been working for Breakthru Beverage Group Arizona. In her current role as Spirits and Beverage Development Specialist she continues to create drink recipes and write menus all over the state. Kirsten is passionate about education and community service and after serving multiple terms as President of the Phoenix chapter of the USBG she is now happy to serve on the Board of Directors. 

Clint Spotleson- “Spotty” to those that know him, is a 25+ year industry veteran. Born in Scottsdale, AZ, he was one of the early members of the local cocktail scene, being behind such early bars as Jade Bar and Mabel’s on Main. Spotty was quick to get involved in the national culture as well, being involved with not just the USBG council, but Lush Life events as well. In early 2017 he moved to Las Vegas to join the bar team at the iconic Herbs & Rye, where he stayed until returning to Phoenix at the end of 2021. After running a few hotel programs, he left bartending in 2023, ultimately ending up with his dream role as the Global Advocacy Manager for Sagamore Rye.

Spotty is based in Scottsdale, but currently spends most of his time as a resident of Marriott’s Bonvoy program. He loves the outdoors when he has the time and is rekindling his love of art & photography.

Libby Lingua is an esteemed hospitality professional with 17 years of multifaceted experience spanning restaurants, event planning, bartending, and the management of high-volume cocktail bars. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Fashion Merchandising and Marketing, a foundation that continues to inform her approach to hospitality through a strong sense of design, brand identity, and guest experience.

Previously, Libby worked for a Marriott Autograph Collection property in Phoenix, Arizona as Lead Bartender, followed by a significant tenure with Barter & Shake Creative Hospitality. During her time there, she contributed to the acclaimed UnderTow and Century Grand immersive bar concepts, scaling from Bar Manager to General Manager and ultimately Director of Operations.

In July of 2020, Libby and her longtime colleague and friend, Mitch Lyons, branched off from Barter & Shake to create their own space in Downtown Phoenix, Highball Cocktail Bar. With their inaugural independent cocktail bar and lounge, Highball stands as a testament to Libby’s vision and passion for the industry. Together with her team, she has redefined the concept of a comfortable drinking destination by combining a cozy, historic ambiance with unparalleled service to create a truly welcoming neighborhood experience.

Throughout her career, Libby has demonstrated a remarkable talent for curating guest experiences that seamlessly blend hospitality with her passion for design and style. Her keen eye for detail, trained palate, and innate understanding of aesthetics, community, and consumer needs have set her apart within the industry. These qualities have earned her a nomination for Tales of the Cocktail Spirited Awards Top 10 U.S. Bartender of the Year in 2024, followed by recognition as a Top 4 Finalist in the category in 2025.

Under her leadership, Highball has received eight Spirited Awards nominations within its first four years of operation, including Best U.S. Bar Team and Best U.S. Cocktail Bar. In total, Libby has accumulated 15 Spirited Award nominations since 2017. In 2025, Highball was added to the 50 Best Discovery List and ranked #97 on the inaugural North America’s 50 Best extended 51–100 list. Most recently, Highball was awarded its first James Beard Foundation nomination for Outstanding Bar Program in 2026.

Katie Haley will be serving her third year on the USBG Phx Chapter council. She is excited for the new opportunity to serve as President. Katie has been in the hospitality industry for 12 years. She currently works for Backbar Hospitality Management as the Director of HR & Marketing. Katie is also an avid dog lover and is the Founder/Executive Director of Chatting with Char Char, a Non-Profit Foundation. When not working she enjoys being outdoors, hiking, and traveling! 

Edee has spent over two decades immersed in the hospitality industry, including 20 years behind the bar, where she honed her craft and built a reputation for developing innovative and successful craft cocktail programs. With a passion for mixology and a deep understanding of the industry, Edee recently transitioned to the distributor side and now serves as an agave specialist at Breakthru Beverage Group, where she supports businesses with education, tastings, and events focused on agave spirits.

Edee has been involved with the USBG for over a year and recently took on the role of chapter secretary. This position reflects her commitment to community, collaboration, and professional growth within the hospitality world.