Alisa Walsh, CITP, CIS

Alisa Walsh, CITP, CIS, has a diverse work experience in the event planning and hospitality industry. Alisa currently serves as the Chief Executive Officer of Haute Agency, a position they have held since November 2020. Prior to this role, they worked at EventWorks, Inc. where they held the positions of President and Director of Business Development. In these roles, Alisa developed and implemented business development strategies, enhanced brand awareness through marketing campaigns, and attended industry events and conferences.

Earlier in their career, Alisa was the Director of Event Planning at Newport Beach Marriott Hotel and Spa, where they managed a team and was responsible for a significant annual catering revenue. Alisa also served as a Senior Event Manager at the same hotel. Prior to that, they worked at Hard Rock Hotel San Diego as an Event/Convention Services Manager and Event Coordinator, overseeing conferences, meetings, and group functions and managing a team of Event Coordinators.

Alisa's work experience also includes a role as a Guest Recreation Supervisor at Paradise Point Resort & Spa, where they planned and supervised events and activities, hired and trained employees, and evaluated staff performances.

Overall, Alisa has a strong background in event planning, business development, and team management, with a proven track record of success.

Alisa Walsh, CITP, CIS completed their Bachelor of Arts degree in Managerial and Organizational Communications at Point Loma Nazarene University from 2005 to 2009.