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Marcia Flynn joined the Garden in 2000, and has more than 25 years of event management experience. As Senior Director of Event Services, she is responsible for the management and strategic leadership of overall operations and budget of the department, which includes special and seasonal events, concerts, weddings and facility rentals, fundraisers, group tours, plus the food and beverage program and retail operations, including Gertrude’s Restaurant and the Garden Shop.

Her leadership has led to incredible growth of the Events department, crowned by the annual Dinner on the Desert and the beloved Las Noches de las Luminarias each holiday season.

Marcia and her team have developed and established compelling events and programs designed to generate revenue, engage new and diverse audiences, while reflecting and meeting the mission and values of the Garden. Additionally, she has cultivated invaluable partnerships with local nonprofits, performing arts venues and vendors, with whom they have contributed to building the Garden’s success.

She is a graduate of the University of Wisconsin-Madison, with a bachelor’s degree in International Relations and International Business.