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Meet Our Team

DeLauren Shepherd

Co-Owner & Amp - Venue Director

Hi World, I’m DeLauren, a London, Ontario-based entrepreneur, event professional, and co-founder of The Blank Room. Born and raised in the city, I bring over a decade of hands-on experience through my full-service event planning company, Plan to Remember Events, where I have led events from concept to execution across both social and corporate settings.

At The Blank Room. I oversee all aspects of the venue, including event planning, bookings, staffing, operations, and client relations. My approach is both strategic and personal, ensuring every event is thoughtfully managed and seamlessly delivered from start to finish. As a mother of two and a deeply community-rooted entrepreneur, I genuinely love what I do and am enthusiastic about creating memories with lasting impressions for every client and guest.

Jenn Barnhard

Mv name is Jenn Barnhard, and Im a local entrepreneur, healthcare professional with 14 years of experience, and co-founder of The Blank Room I have proudly called London home for nearly two decades, and I truly love supporting fellow small business owners and connecting with our local community.

I am also the co-owner of Sweet n Spicy Fitness, a Caribbean dance fitness program focused on empowering women to stay active, build confidence, and connect through movement. I am afitness enthusiast with a passion for group fitness and strength training, and I believe wellness is about both physical health and meaningful connection.

Outside of work, I enjoy gardening, nature walks participating in Caribana, and attending local festivals and community events. lm excited to grow The Blank Room into a welcoming space for creative, community-driven experiences and to bring people together through social events and celebrations that reflect the spirit of our city

Co-Owner

Michelle Doualas

Hi, I'm Michelle Doualas , a London, Ontario-based entrepreneur, community builder, and co-founder of The Blank Room. Born and raised in London, I bring 25 years of leadership and financial management expertise.

In addition, I'm co-owner and founder of Sweet n Spicy Fitness. For over five years, we have been offering dance fitness classes that encourage movement. connection. and confidence-especially for women- while creating space to exercise, socialize, and celebrate Caribbean culture.

I'm a proud mom of two teenage boys, and in my spare time I enjoy Soca music, festivals, time with friends, and developing new business ideas. I'm excited to begin this new business venture alongside two incredible women and to bring the London area a beautiful, modern. and welcoming space to host life's most special moments.