Caryn Freas

Caryn Freas is an experienced professional in event management and fundraising, currently serving as the Programming Coordinator at Plymouth Harbor on Sarasota Bay since August 2022. Prior roles include Development Associate for Corporate Partnerships at Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium and Special Events Manager at the Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando. Caryn has a strong background in managing signature fundraising events, notably for Canine Companions for Independence and Living Beyond Breast Cancer. Additional experience includes serving as Mid-Atlantic Regional Development Director for the Huntington's Disease Society of America and working as a Special Events Manager at Vizion Group, coordinating efforts for multiple non-profits. Caryn's earlier career features a Marketing Manager position at Sunoco, Inc. and a Sr. Marketing Coordinator role at the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society, where responsibilities included promoting the Philadelphia Flower Show. Caryn holds a B.A. in Communication and a Bachelor’s Degree in Communication and Media Studies from the University of Delaware.