MONIKA PIAZZA
Beaverton,OR
Summary
Dynamic leader with extensive experience in nonprofit event management and community partnerships. Proven success in coordinating large-scale events, managing diverse teams, and building robust sponsor relationships. Balances multiple priorities while fostering inclusive environments and ensuring operational excellence.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Property Management Lead
Target
01.2024 - Current
- Coordinated contractors and vendors to ensure effective preventive maintenance of building systems.
- Supported remodel projects while ensuring safety and compliance in store operations.
- Prioritize multiple projects and collaborate across numerous departments.
- Troubleshot mechanical, electrical, refrigeration, and operational issues to minimize downtime.
President (Volunteer)
Pride Beaverton
01.2021 - Current
- Provide year-round leadership for Pride Beaverton by planning, coordinating and executing a full calendar of community events, fundraisers, networking events, educational programs and outreach activities.
- Lead strategic planning and execution of Pride in the Park, serving more than 10,000 attendees annually.
- Manage over 200 vendors, nonprofits, entertainers, food vendors, sponsors, and community partners.
- Recruit, train, schedule, and support large volunteer teams and board members.
- Develop sponsor relationships and represent the organization with businesses, elected officials, and community organizations.
- Coordinate city, public safety partners, permits, logistics, entertainment, accessibility, and risk management.
- Oversee event budgets, timelines, marketing collaboration, and operational planning.
- Respond calmly to changing conditions and make real-time operational decisions during events.
Business Owner
Handmade by Monika LLC
01.2019 - Current
- Design, market, and sell handcrafted artwork while managing budgeting, inventory, customer service, branding, and event participation.
- Coordinated marketing efforts across social media platforms.
- Maintained accurate records of production, inventory, income, and expenses. for production, inventory, income, and expenses.
- Participated in shows, festivals, and other events related to art promotion.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Wittenberg University
Springfield, OH05-1999
Skills
- Event planning and project management
- Volunteer leadership and community outreach
- Sponsorship and fundraising strategies
- Budget oversight and vendor management
- Public relations and logistics coordination
- DEI and LGBTQ advocacy
- Facilities operations
Professional Experience
Pride Beaverton, President (Volunteer), 2021, Present, Lead strategic planning and execution of Pride in the Park, serving more than 10,000 attendees annually., Provide year-round leadership for Pride Beaverton by planning, coordinating and executing a full calendar of community events, fundraisers, networking events, educational programs and outreach activities., Manage over 200 vendors, nonprofits, entertainers, food vendors, sponsors, and community partners., Recruit, train, schedule, and support large volunteer teams and board members., Develop sponsor relationships and represent the organization with businesses, elected officials, and community organizations., Coordinate city, public safety partners, permits, logistics, entertainment, accessibility, and risk management., Oversee event budgets, timelines, marketing collaboration, and operational planning., Respond calmly to changing conditions and make real-time operational decisions during events.
Affiliations
- Member Mentor – Beaverton Area Chamber of Commerce
- Evolving Leaders – Beaverton Area Chamber of Commerce
Timeline
Property Management Lead
Target
01.2024 - Current
President (Volunteer)
Pride Beaverton
01.2021 - Current
Business Owner
Handmade by Monika LLC
01.2019 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Wittenberg University