The Social Events Director shall be responsible for developing, planning, and overseeing the schedule of social activities and events for the membership including, but not limited to, securing event locations and preparing other necessary arrangements.
Why did you join the board, and what are you looking to accomplish for MTG?
I’ve been part of MTG since 2022, and it’s been central to my tennis life in New York. My first tennis camp, first GLTA tournament, first time stepping onto Arthur Ashe - all with MTG. Those experiences gave me a real sense of how MTG works and why it feels so special.
Professionally, I’ve spent 12+ years leading marketing and tech organizations across Google, Amazon, Mars, and startups. I’ve also taken on leadership roles in LGBTQ+ groups like Out in Tech and Reaching Out MBA, and have been active in NYC queer sports communities such as Gotham Volleyball, Frontrunners, and Big Apple Rec. These experiences have shown me how vibrant a community can feel when people have genuine opportunities to connect.
What I hope to bring as Social Events Director is a more interconnected MTG. I believe MTG is a community where every queer tennis lover — introverts or extroverts, beginners or competitive players, lifelong New Yorkers or people new to the city — can find a space that feels right for them. Tennis is at the heart of what we do, and there is also so much joy in the friendships and connection that grow around it.
I want to gently break down the level silos and create more moments where players at different levels can get to know each other. I’d love to make GLTA tournaments feel more social by making it easier for people to prepare or travel together. In the past, I’ve organized “Tennis+” outings like tennis + a temple visit in Jersey or tennis + Chinese food in Flushing, and would love to bring more of these small, joyful moments into MTG. And finally, MTG already has so many natural community builders — comedians, trivia lovers, dancers, knitters, Lego builders. I want to create simple ways for members to host their own gatherings so the community can grow from many directions, not just from the board.
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