Meet the Team
Kyler Pennington
Event Specialist
Kyler Pennington is the Event Specialist at The Armory, where she brings creativity, attention to detail, and a passion for celebrations to every event she plans. With a background in interior design and two years of experience in the wedding and events industry, Kyler found her calling after designing a wedding venue in college—and has been hooked ever since.
She began her career with a full-service wedding planning company before joining Navarre Hospitality Group, where she now leads events at The Armory with energy and dedication. In just a short time, Kyler has already achieved a major professional milestone: becoming a certified wedding and event planner.
What Kyler loves most about her role is turning special moments into unforgettable experiences. The joy on her clients’ faces is what motivates her to make every detail count.
Outside of work, Kyler enjoys soaking up the summer sun, spending time with friends and family, and staying active outdoors. She’s also a proud pet mom to a dog and a cat who keep her on her toes and bring lots of love into her life.
Serafin Garcia
Chef | Navarre Hospitality Group
Serafin Garcia joined Navarre Hospitality Group in 2019, beginning his journey as a cook at The Matterhorn. With a passion for culinary excellence and strong leadership skills, Serafin has since risen to oversee kitchen operations for three of Navarre’s premier venues in South Bend: The Armory, The Brick, and Palais Royale.
A graduate of The Art Institute of California–San Diego in 2010, Serafin spent nearly a decade honing his craft at the renowned Mister A’s Restaurant, where he worked under acclaimed French Chef Stephane Voitzwinkler. This experience helped shape his refined approach to cuisine and his dedication to quality and creativity in the kitchen.
Outside of work, Serafin enjoys golfing, smoking meats, and spending time with his wife, Lauren, their two children, Wynter and Sylas, and their dog, Darla. A proud fan of all Chicago sports teams, Serafin lives by the mantra: “Work hard, play harder.”
One of his proudest accomplishments is being entrusted with the leadership of culinary operations across Navarre’s South Bend venues—a role he approaches with passion, precision, and pride.
Sean Miller
General Manager | Navarre Hospitality Group
Sean Miller brings over 20 years of experience in the food and hospitality industry, with a deep passion for delivering exceptional service. He began his journey with Navarre Hospitality Group in 2017 at the Crystal Ballroom, and through hard work and dedication, he has grown into the role of General Manager for The Crystal Ballroom, The Armory, The Brick, and Palais Royale.
Before entering hospitality, Sean served in the U.S. Air Force as part of the Security Forces, a background that instilled in him a strong sense of discipline, teamwork, and attention to detail—all qualities he brings to every event he helps execute.
Sean is a proud husband to Misty and a devoted father to three children: Layla, Sean, and Tristan. Outside of work, you’ll often find him riding his Harley, enjoying the open road whenever he gets the chance.
Whether he’s behind the scenes or working alongside his team, Sean is committed to providing top-notch service and unforgettable experiences for every client.