Bringing more than 11 years of professional event planning experience and over two decades in business development, Trisha oversees large-scale fundraising events while nurturing high-impact sponsor and community relationships. Her background spans social and corporate event management, client retention, and experiential activations, with more than 200 events produced across the Chicagoland area and beyond.
Prior to joining Easterseals, Trisha spent a decade with Liven It Up Events, a firm recognized by BizBash, The Knot, and Three Best Rated, with her work also featured in Essence magazine. She further strengthened her foundation studying Marketing at Columbia College Chicago, where she deepened her understanding of branding, audience engagement, and storytelling through events.
Trisha’s passion for fundraising is personal, and purpose driven. Inspired by the compassion and support her own daughter received while navigating developmental delays and health challenges, she is committed to creating meaningful, joyful experiences that celebrate children’s growth and help families feel seen, supported, and empowered.
