Jessica Monahan

Jessica Monahan is an experienced professional in engagement, event management, and program development within the nonprofit sector. Currently serving as the Director of Engagement & Member Services at the San Diego Botanic Garden, Jessica focuses on enhancing the guest experience in education, guest service, and membership. As the owner of Outboxed Solutions, Jessica provides tailored event and meeting support, ensuring seamless program execution. Previous roles include directing event management for Lightscape at San Diego Botanic Garden through CULTURE CREATIVE LIMITED, managing relief grants for the California Association of Museums, and holding various positions at Lincoln Park Zoo, where significant operational responsibilities and contributions to budget management and grant acquisition were demonstrated. Jessica holds a Master of Science in Public Service Management from DePaul University and a Bachelor of Science in Animal Science from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.