Lauren & Shawn Sparks

CHATEAU NOUVELLE OWNERS

Lauren and Shawn Sparks founded Chateau Nouvelle in 2023 with a shared vision for a ministry based wedding venue. Shawn and Lauren’s individual success in marketing and business management makes them a powerful team. Their hardworking personalities, strong passion for marriage, and a desire to help others have merged to create one of Houston’s premier wedding venues. 

Karoline Jones

VENUE DIRECTOR

Meet Karoline Jones, our dedicated Venue Director at Chateau Nouvelle. Known for her gracious spirit and true hospitality, Karoline goes above and beyond to make everyone feel welcomed and valued. Her dedication to exceptional service reflects her pure heart and genuine passion for her work, making each event a special experience. Karoline is happily married to her high school sweetheart, Dawson, a police officer who shares her commitment to helping others. In the office, she often surprises the team with homemade treats and fun desserts that brighten everyones day. She brings joy and care to every interaction, ensuring each guest feels at home and each event runs smoothly. When she's not at Chateau Nouvelle, Karoline loves spending time with her husband, family, and friends, often sharing her love of baking with them too. Her favorite part of any event? Meeting new clients, hearing their dreams, and watching everything come to life. With Karoline you'll experience a level of care and kindness that makes every visit to Chateau feel like coming home.

Samantha Letbetter

VENUE CONCIERGE

Meet Sam, a valued member of the Venue Concierge team at Chateau Nouvelle. A proud Texas A&M graduate with extensive experience in the event industry, she is known for her ability to build meaningful connections and create exceptional experiences for every couple she serves. Outside of Chateau Nouvelle, Sam volunteers with the Montgomery and Houston Rodeo organizations and has spent more than eight years teaching Sunday School. Her genuine love for people and passion for celebrating life’s special moments make her a natural fit for the wedding industry. When she’s not helping bring wedding visions to life, Sam enjoys spending time outdoors, relaxing at the lake or beach, and making memories with family and friends. For Sam, every wedding is a unique love story, and she takes great pride in helping create the setting where those stories unfold.

Ashlee Shelton

OPERATIONS DIRECTOR

Meet Ashlee, the operations guru at Chateau Nouvelle, where she’s the behind-the-scenes powerhouse ensuring the office and facility runs smoothly and effortlessly. A proud Katy native, Ashlee brings a unique mix of creativity, attention to detail, and a calm presence to her role, handling all things logistics with precision and ease. Whether it's assisting her team solving last-minute hiccups, or  helping everyone stay motivated and on track, Ashlee is the glue that holds it all together. When she’s not perfecting the details at Chateau, Ashlee is busy living life to the fullest. She’s an active member of Southstone Church, where she’s involved in the Young Adults movement, and loves spending time with her friends. At home, she’s usually in the kitchen, experimenting with new recipes and diving into the art of sourdough bread-making (it’s a work in progress, but the results are delicious!). Ashlee’s also a fan of game nights, where she’s always ready for some friendly competition. With a knack for fostering a fun, creative, and productive environment, Ashlee thrives on making sure every day at Chateau Nouvelle is an adventure.