Alyssa Aragon
About Alyssa Aragon
Alyssa Aragon is the Development and Special Events Manager at Scripps Health in San Diego, California, with a background in event management, marketing, and real estate administration.
Current Position at Scripps Health
Alyssa Aragon currently serves as the Development and Special Events Manager at Scripps Health in San Diego, California. Her responsibilities include leading the operations of six major fundraising events, which accommodate up to 900 guests. Alyssa manages revenue up to $4 million gross while handling expense budgets as large as $1 million. She also plays a key role in developing long-term fundraising strategies alongside senior leadership and maintaining databases for event RSVPs, sponsorship, revenue, and expenses.
Previous Roles in Event Management and Marketing
Before her current role, Alyssa gained valuable experience in various capacities. From 2010 to 2014, she worked at the San Diego Yacht Club as Catering, Event, and Hospitality Manager. Additionally, she was a Marketing Specialist at BD for two months in 2010. Prior to these roles, Alyssa served as a Real Estate Administrative Partner at Philips International from 2008 to 2010, and as a Court Appointed Special Advocate at Voices for Children, Inc. from 2007 to 2008. These roles helped her develop advanced skills in digital marketing and service recovery.
Educational Background
Alyssa Aragon earned her Bachelor of Arts (BA) from Harpur College of Arts and Science at Binghamton University in Binghamton, New York. Her academic background laid a strong foundation for her career in development and event management.
Achievements in Fundraising
Alyssa has successfully managed over 50 fundraising galas, raising millions of dollars for Scripps Health. Her efforts have included securing $250,000 in total sponsorship from eight organizations for fundraising events. These achievements underscore her effective leadership and strategic planning skills in the realm of nonprofit fundraising.
Volunteer Work and Personal Interests
Outside of her professional duties, Alyssa invests her time in meaningful volunteer work, including volunteering with the San Diego Fire & Rescue Department and participating as a Little League team parent. To maintain personal balance, she competes in USTA tennis leagues. Alyssa also enjoys long beach days with her family and cherishes New York-style pizza.