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Alex Barrera
Founder
Alex founded Umbrellavation to make spaces where people can slow down, breathe deeply, and heal together. Their own journey through inner work and community care shapes everything the organization builds.
Alex leads with presence and authenticity, so every program feels welcoming to whoever walks in.
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Shonna Gillis
Director of Operations & Development
Shonna turns Umbrellavation's vision into events, programs, and partnerships that last. She brings years of large-scale event operations, artist relations, and nonprofit development to the work.
She oversees systems, fundraising, and production, and she cares most about spaces where people feel seen, supported, and free to heal.
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Milad Imen
Director of Marketing
Milad leads brand, storytelling, and content for Umbrellavation, shaping how we show up everywhere from our visuals to our socials. He makes sure every touchpoint carries the healing and connection our events are built on.
He believes good storytelling brings people together, and gets them in the room.
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Ashlee Hunt
Director of Events
Ashlee shapes both the creative vision and the logistics behind every Umbrellavation gathering. She championed our first fundraiser, which laid the foundation for the community-supported model we run on today.
From atmosphere to flow to guest care, Ashlee makes sure every moment reflects our values of wellness, integrity, and belonging.