Meet our Team

Shaken & Stirred Bartending School was founded by Joy Smith after over 10 years of owning and operating Grand Strand School of Bartending.  Joy earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Health Education from East Carolina University and has 31 years of successful sales experience along the Grand Strand.  Joy has a passion for giving back to her community and nurturing others on their individual paths toward success.

Tina Gibney fulfills the role as Vice President of Operations for the school.  Tina earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Clinical/Counseling Psychology from Kutztown University in 2005 and went on to complete her Master of Science degree in Counseling from Chestnut Hill College in 2009.  While her formal education lies in the counseling field, Tina established a career in hospitality as she pursued her higher education.  Tina has over 5 years of experience in fine dining food service, special event catering and bartending. 

Anne Jalbert brings expertise in project-based tasks, talent acquisition, and corporate training to Shaken & Stirred Bartending School, ensuring quality and consistency throughout operations.  She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from the University of South Carolina, with a minor in Hotel, Restaurant, and Tourism Management.  She is detail-oriented, results driven, and well-versed in overseeing operations in multiple markets.  She will fulfill an integral role in future growth of the school. 

Michelle Pettigrew is a master of many trades and combines her years of experience working in the restaurant industry with her extensive career as an educator and goal-focused Speech & Language Pathologist.  She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Communication Disorders and earned her Master of Science degree in Speech & Language Pathology from Mercy College in 2005.  Her students receive the benefit of her ability to systematically build both knowledge and skill for growth and success.  Michelle has a passion for education and creating lasting relationships with her students.