Marissa Ybarra
About Marissa Ybarra
Marissa Ybarra serves as the Ground Control Team Lead at Insomniac Events, where she focuses on attendee safety at music festivals. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration with a concentration in Hospitality Management from California State University, Fullerton.
Work at Insomniac Events
Marissa Ybarra serves as the Ground Control Team Lead at Insomniac Events, a prominent company in the music festival industry. She has held this position since 2018, focusing on ensuring attendee safety and well-being during events. Her role involves leading the Ground Control team, which is essential for maintaining a secure environment at music festivals. Marissa's extensive experience in the festival community, along with her passion for dance music, enhances her effectiveness in this position.
Education and Expertise
Marissa Ybarra has a solid educational background in Business Administration and Hospitality Management. She studied at Saddleback College, where she earned an Associate's degree in Business Administration and Management from 2013 to 2019. Additionally, she obtained an Associate of Arts in Liberal Studies during the same period. Marissa furthered her education at California State University, Fullerton, achieving a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration with a focus on Hospitality Management from 2019 to 2021.
Background
Before her current role, Marissa Ybarra gained diverse work experience in various positions. She worked at Jersey Mike's Subs, starting as a Crew Member from 2013 to 2015, then advancing to Assistant Manager for 7 months in 2017, and later serving as Shift Lead from 2015 to 2017. Additionally, she worked as an Avid Tutor for Tustin Unified School District from 2017 to 2019. Marissa also contributed to the Bonnaroo Music and Arts Festival as a VIP and Platinum Extern in 2019, where she gained valuable insights into festival operations.
Achievements
In her current role as Attractions and Entertainment Coordinator at Associated Students, Inc.- CSUF, Marissa Ybarra is responsible for the creative design of non-artist attractions and entertainment at Spring Concert Series events. She has been with the organization since 2019, contributing to the planning and execution of engaging events. Marissa also curates a monthly updated Spotify playlist featuring her favorite dance music tracks, reflecting her dedication to the dance music culture.