Meet Our Worldwide Team ~ Swift Group

Meet the Swifties

Swift Group delivers its signature top-shelf events and programs services powered by team members across the United States and around the globe.

Becki Culbert

Principal

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Get to know Becki

Since co-founding Swift Group, Becki has assembled a team of smart, personable, and dynamic “Swifties”. Plus, she’s managed an incredible portfolio of top-shelf events around the world, from VIP engagements to fun fly-fishing expeditions to massive, multi-faceted conferences.

The fast-paced environment and creative challenges are what get her out of bed in the morning, but it’s the love of details and diverse working community that keep her happy.

Becki is often observed in stylish rain boots at various sporting events. But you’ll never catch her wearing Crocs.

Julie Lumpkin

Principal

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Get to know Julie

As an owner at Swift Group, Julie has procured a dynamic and well-rounded “Swiftie” team to help deliver on a multitude of successful projects worldwide. She’s a consulting veteran and seasoned project manager with a keen eye for keeping multiple moving parts (and people!) going in the right direction.

She’s led a multitude of launch events and large-scale marketing programs to fruition and is highly experienced in delivering successful corporate sponsorships.

Whether in Arizona, Idaho or Washington state, Julie is often seen rocking a fabulous white fluffy coat.

Abbey Masciarotte

Senior Communications Manager

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Get to know Abbey

A seasoned marketing, communications, and event management professional with almost 20 years managing leading pro audio and tech brands, Abbey never shies away from a challenge. Her commitment to service combined with an unrelenting drive ensures client satisfaction. She drinks iced coffee year-round and in her free time, enjoys strength training, Pilates, fly fishing, traveling abroad to learn about different cultures and cuisines, and spending time with her family and dog, Axel Foley. If she could have dinner with any two people, she would dine with Warren Buffett and Larry David.

Abbie Lindeberg

Program Manager

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Get to know Abbie

Abbie has 10 years of experience managing events and communications. She values connecting with her community and uses this lens to elevate her outcomes. Her experience ranges from planning and organizing pop up festivals, b2b conferences, and TED talk-style events; to developing communications strategies focused on behavior change and brand recognition; and streamlining in-house processes to increase organizational efficiency. Outside of work you’ll find Abbie cruising around town on her bike or asking her friends to taste-test her fermentation projects.

Alicia Oyelowo

Senior Event Producer

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Get to know Alicia

Alicia comes to us with a background in events, engagement strategy, and sponsorship. Prior to joining Swift Group, she produced career and networking programs for students and young alumni at the UW Alumni Association. Prior to UW, she executed large scale educational conferences for a variety of professional nonprofit associations. In her spare time, Alicia enjoys staying active by hiking, cycling, and playing with her dog, Yoda, though she is equally content curling up with a cup of coffee and a mystery novel.

Allison Shackelford

Associate Program Manager

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Get to know Allison

Allison has been in the meeting industry for almost ten years working with non-profits and corporations, such as Microsoft. These meetings have ranged from large-scale international conferences to more intimate team-building events and everything in between. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her family, baking all kinds of treats, and visiting local coffee shops.

Amy Muehleck

Senior Event Producer

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Get to know Amy

Amy is an efficient event and project manager with 10+ years’ experience coordinating digital brand experiences, production and operations, global corporate conferences, and vendor management. Her attention to detail ensures a seamless process from initial concept to launch, ensuring all partners are aligned on strategy, critical goals, communications, and timelines.

Ben Raffel

Event Producer

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Get to know Ben

Ben brings his experience in managing political and corporate events to deliver executive programs for our clients. He has been a member of the Swift Group team since 2020 and brings creative insights to his roles producing events for high-level audiences at Microsoft. You can usually find him trying out different homemade bread recipes and watching the Barefoot Contessa.

Brenda Swanson

Senior Project Manager

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Get to know Brenda

Brenda has over 14 years of experience as a Project/Event Manager in a wide range of industries, from tech to non-profit. Prior to joining Swift Group, she delivered in-person and virtual events for diverse audiences in the Seattle area. She brings her passion for detailed data management to every project. Brenda loves Halloween and produces a home haunt with her family. She can be found at haunters’ conventions in her spare time.

Brieanne Vanderpool

Senior Program Manager

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Get to know Brieanne

Brieanne is a flexible, well-rounded event and project manager with 7 years of experience. Brieanne loves seeing a project from the start of the planning process to identify the strategy and organizational goals mapped to the overall themes to event execution. Regularly planning and executing in-person events ranging from 3,000 to 30,000 attendees and digital events ranging from 500-250,000 attendees for clients such as Microsoft and Pixar.

Cara Martin

Delivery Coordinator

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Get to know Cara

Cara has over 20 years of experience in the event industry planning everything from weddings and social events to large corporate meetings. Her specialty is high-touch, customer focused, experiential events that cultivate relationships and create memories. Cara found her passion for event planning and project management after earning a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration followed by a brief career as a Financial Auditor for a public accounting firm. Outside of work, Cara enjoys blogging, baking from scratch, brewing bougie coffee, decorating for the holidays, doing Pilates, and hosting gatherings for family and friends.… in between her day-to-day responsibilities as a mom. Cara was born and raised in Northern California. After 30 years, she relocated to the Pacific Northwest with her husband and continues to live there today with her two boys and her tiny, overprivileged pug.

Carrie Yang

Senior Program Manager

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Get to know Carrie

Carrie is a marketing and program management professional and has been the glue in the projects that she's driven, bringing multiple functional teams together and not letting loose any piece of the deliverables. Led by the interest in different cultures and an adventurous soul, she has spent half of the past 10 years working for Fortune 500 company and marketing agency in Europe and Asia.

Chelsie Martin

Program Manager

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Get to know Chelsie

Chelsie is a detail-oriented, passionate Program Manager with a diverse background in marketing, design and content strategy. She is eager to organize people and processes, define roadmap strategies and drive stakeholder collaboration. Chelsie is committed to the bonds she builds with others, finding joy in connecting each day. This Dallas native turned Seattleite lives for paddleboarding during the Washington summers, is learning to like skiing, and usually starts a new crafting hobby every 6 to 8 weeks.

Dana Muirhead

Senior Project Manager

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Get to know Dana

Dana is a seasoned program manager with over 20 years of experience managing marketing promotions, online services, and product releases for Microsoft. She enjoys engaging people and relationship building while pulling together all the critical details to ensure success in any project, promotion, or product release. She believes in being professional and having fun while infusing positivity and humor in each day!

Estelle Thyer

Senior Event Producer

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Get to know Estelle

Estelle is an Event Producer with recent experience working for Microsoft’s Business Applications Solutions group, with over 5 years of Event Management experience. Estelle has industry experience in Events, Advertising, Marketing, and PR in New York City, where she worked both in-house at Sotheby’s, and for several boutique agencies with consumer and technology brand clients. Estelle is a native Seattleite who loves to ski, hike with her dog Finn, and enjoy a great meal with a glass of wine.

Grace Becker

Associate Program Manager

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Get to know Grace

Grace is a versatile marketing consultant and copywriter skilled in crafting strategies and content across industries like beauty, agriculture, and interior design. Known for her imagination and organizational flair, she helps brands build their voice, connect with audiences, and tackle challenges, from product launches to rebrands. An avid reader and outdoor enthusiast, you can find her at a sneaky new restaurant, on the mountain, or perusing a local market.

Haley Gillis

Senior Event Producer

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Get to know Haley

Haley is a collaborative, results-driven program and event management professional specializing in delivering world class in-person and virtual experiences to executive level audiences including Microsoft’s top enterprise customers. A strategic doer who wears many hats (usually a Stetson), she knows that flawless execution is won by excellent communication, stakeholder alignment, and finding the devil in the details. Outside the office, you can find Haley fly-fishing the beautiful rivers of Montana, sending snail-mail, and honing her metalsmithing craft.

Heidi Hendricks

Senior Project Manager

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Get to know Heidi

A self-proclaimed Corporate America Ninja, Heidi brings over 20 years of program management experience across HR, Marketing, Sales, and IT. Her strengths are centered on problem solving, creating process efficiencies and improvement, and building relationships across multiple groups to drive projects forward. She brings creativity and an entrepreneurial spirit to her work. Heidi is a PNW native, and when not in the office she can be found on the sidelines of lacrosse and football fields, or on the bleachers at a volleyball or wrestling match, cheering fiercely for her kids.

Hunter Isgrig

Senior Communications Manager

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Get to know Hunter

Hunter is a full-stack marketing, events, and communications professional with a broad skillset and entrepreneurial spirit. His experience ranges from planning and organizing global health conferences and corporate events across US, Europe, Asia, and Africa; to developing go-to-market strategies for healthcare and technology products; and even launching his own vegan popsicle company, Ice on Mars. He cares deeply about curating memorable brand experiences and telling the stories of products that matter. Talk to him about all things food, puggles and travel.

Ilana Hambro

Event Producer

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Get to know Ilana

Ilana is a driven marketing professional with industry experience across sports, pharmaceuticals, and beauty. With a background in sports journalism and on-air weather anchoring, she brings confident communication and strong storytelling to every brand she represents. Her expertise spans social media strategy, event operations, and campaign execution, blending creativity with a critical eye for detail. Outside of work, Ilana teaches sculpt and mat Pilates, reflecting her energetic, disciplined, and healthy lifestyle — always embracing adventures big and small, she recently traded the East Coast for the greener Pacific Northwest.

Ilsa Chapple

Project Manager

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Get to know Ilsa

Ilsa hails from a tiny town of 90 people in Eastern Washington, spent 17 years in Seattle and recently relocated to San Diego. She has worked for 7+ years in project management, spanning the tech marketing world all the way to the auto industry. Most recently, she co-owned and ran her own campervan building business prior to joining Swift Group. In her free time, she enjoys riding motorcycles, traveling, and spending time with her two cats, Noah and Vinny.

Jackie Saarenas

Project Manager

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Get to know Jackie

Jackie is a native Seattleite and dynamic individual who brings ten years of experience in project/event management and leadership to Swift Group. She strives to create the best experience for her clients and teammates. With a background in education, she spends her free time constantly learning as an avid reader, podcast listener, and world traveler.

Jen Brazas

Event Producer

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Get to know Jen

Jen comes to Swift with 20+ years of experience in corporate finance and accounting. After starting at PricewaterhouseCoopers straight out of college she discovered a love for Human Resources and shifted her career to supporting the finance needs of HR groups at Washington Mutual, Expedia, and Microsoft. She’s a PNW native from Anacortes and a proud graduate of Washington State University. When not working she spends time with her husband Pete, whom she married after a 30-year friendship, and his two children. Jen is happiest when on a vacation requiring her passport but is also quite content at home with a good book and almond milk latte.

Kady Riggan

Event Producer & TLX Lead

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Get to know Kady

Kady is an experienced project and event manager with a background in content, speaker, and expo management. She enjoys working with clients to help them establish their goals and using her skill set to bring those goals to life. Kady will go out of her way to ensure her clients are happy and brings her creative and detail-oriented perspective to projects. In her free time, she enjoys collecting new hobbies and exploring the PNW.

Kris Evans Bien

Project Manager

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Get to know Kris

Kris is a communications and event specialist whose career spans media, tech, education, and nonprofits. Her journey kicked off in network television, honing her skills in the entertainment hubs of New York and Los Angeles. Microsoft relocated her to the PNW where she built expertise in communications, executive events, project management, partnerships, and community building. Outside her professional life, Kris is a rebel with many causes. Dedicated to causes close to her heart, she finds fulfillment in volunteering by using her talents to support and promote the arts within her community. The arts spark her creativity and fuel her enthusiastic spirit. She embraces an active lifestyle, seeking inspiration in nature, whether growing food or cultivating native plants. She loves all things pop culture and eagerly anticipates the latest movie releases and live concerts.

Kylie Wolfin

Associate Project Manager

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Get to know Kylie

Kylie is an energetic, hard-working professional specializing in marketing and customer service. Her attention to detail, creative mindset and problem-solving skills ensures a smooth process when communicating with clients. She focuses on social media marketing, brand development, and graphic design and is always open to broadening her skills. Kylie spends her free time working out, traveling, and catching up on the latest television shows!

Layla Faris

Program Manager

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Get to know Layla

With over 6 years of project management experience and a strong background in both virtual and in-person event coordination, Layla is skilled at delivering seamless, high-impact projects. Known for her meticulous attention to detail and effective communication, she excels at fostering collaboration and ensuring every project’s success. Having lived and studied in multiple countries, Layla brings a unique global perspective, enhancing her ability to connect with diverse teams and stakeholders. Her love for exploring cultures and languages fuels her passion for creating strong, cross-cultural relationships and delivering exceptional project outcomes.

Lilya Crystal

Senior Event Producer

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Get to know Lilya

Program Manager focusing on business operations and event logistics throughout various groups at Microsoft and other clients. Excels in managing the innumerable details of large projects. Drives collaboration and communication across internal teams, external vendors and client representatives. Flexible team player with exceptional organizational and time management skills, maximizes efficiencies and cost savings. Focuses on customer success and establishes rapport and credibility with all levels of clientele. Eight years of Human Resources experience with a focus on Recruiting, Employee Relations, Benefits and Diversity & Inclusion.

Matt Shaw

Event Producer

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Get to know Matt

Matt is an experienced project manager and events leaderwith a deep background managing programs and activations across entertainmentand technology. He has extensive experience overseeing complex projects, cross‑functionalteams, and multimillion‑dollar accounts for brands including Microsoft and LiveNation. Matt specializes in creating high‑impact experiences that blendstrategic planning, creative storytelling, and operational excellence. Knownfor his collaborative approach and calm, solutions‑oriented leadership style,he brings both vision and discipline to every project. He is passionate aboutbuilding meaningful connections through events and programs that inspire, engage, and deliver measurable results.

Meg Castleton

Senior Program Manager

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Get to know Meg

Meg is an executive level program manager with a proven track record for successful program execution and management, with a background in event management, program strategies, and communications. She provides immediate, real-time guidance and support to align programs with business goals, drive cross-group coordination, construct detailed work plans with strategic implementation and communicate results across a stakeholder audience. Meg is a team player with passion to drive creative solutions with strong attention to detail, delivering high quality and efficient results.

Outside of work, Meg enjoys traveling with friends and family, and staying active outside in the PNW.

Megan Keck

Associate Program Manager

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Get to know Megan

Megan is a business administrator by day and a serial hobby hopper by night - spinning yarn & creative writing are her go-tos, but she's always trying something new! Megan is fueled by a passion for creating clarity, learning something new every day, and a never-ending supply of iced coffee.

Meghan Staley

Senior Event Producer

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Get to know Meghan

Meghan is a dedicated and highly motivated professional with a strong background in event production, communications, and program management. She is an ambitious and results-driven team player, known for her can-do attitude. Meghan has a proven history of driving high-quality results with her attention to detail, thought leadership, and creativity. Outside of work, you’ll find Meghan spending time with family, crafting, reading, or exploring Seattle!

Meredith MacQuigg

Director of Finance and Operations

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Get to know Meredith

Agile, proactive, and results-driven, Meredith is known for creating supportive, collaborative spaces where teams and projects thrive. A versatile professional with expertise in payroll, data analysis, and workflow optimization, she uses emotional intelligence and active listening to build trust and achieve results. A natural problem solver fueled by curiosity, creativity, and coffee, you’re likely to find Meredith working on a project or learning a new Maker skill.

Monica Kilwine

Delivery Coordinator

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Get to know Monica

Monica has put her strong organization and communications skills to work in many capacities at Microsoft, most recently producing marketing newsletters and social media content promoting Microsoft technical certifications. She’s thrilled to be part of the Swift Group team, and in her free time can often be found playing pickleball, the official state sport of Washington.

Mykaela Gardner

Senior Event Manager

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Get to know Mykaela

Mykaela is an Event Manager specializing in content and speaker management. She leans into her enthusiastic and detail-oriented nature to deliver top-tier events for her clients. With experience in small university gala logistics to content management for Microsoft's largest annual events, Mykaela brings a range of talent to Swift Group. In her free time, she enjoys reading a book outside in a beautiful nook or catching up on the latest must-see shows.

Nicole Shaver

Senior Program Manager

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Get to know Nicole

Nicole comes to Swift Group with experience managing projects, offices, events, and communications. She brings a calm and compassionate demeanor and positive attitude to every team she supports. Outside of work, Nicole enjoys running, baking, puns (both good and bad), football, and Formula 1.

Rebecca Blakley

Associate Program Manager

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Get to know Rebecca

Rebecca is a fun and energetic individual with a 5-year background in Customer Experience and Sales. Rebecca’s use of creative problem solving, attention to detail, and friendly demeanor ensure a smooth and positive experience to her clients and coworkers while delivering high quality and efficient results.

Sloan Andres

Senior Event Producer

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Get to know Sloan

Sloan Andres is an experienced implementation and project manager with a demonstrated history of working in the information technology and corporate event space. Sloan is skilled in training and development, analyzing business trends, and communicating within multiple work streams during the project life cycle. Sloan loves to bring attention to detail, and an organized approach to any event.

Trystan Rodewald

Program Manager

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Get to know Trystan

A dedicated program and project manager with experience in designing effective programs and supporting HR business leaders, Trystan prioritizes fostering active collaboration and creating an inclusive environment where every voice is valued. When not working Trystan loves to be playing with her cat Zuzu (who insists on making appearances during calls),exploring the outdoors, or cooking something new!

Our Worldwide Team.

Our Promise: Excellence.

Meet the Swifties

Becki Culbert

Principal

Julie Lumpkin

Principal

Abbey Masciarotte

Senior Communications Manager

Abbie Lindeberg

Program Manager

Alicia Oyelowo

Senior Event Producer

Allison Shackelford

Associate Program Manager

Amy Muehleck

Senior Event Producer

Ben Raffel

Event Producer

Brenda Swanson

Senior Project Manager

Brieanne Vanderpool

Senior Program Manager

Cara Martin

Delivery Coordinator

Carrie Yang

Senior Program Manager

Chelsie Martin

Program Manager

Dana Muirhead

Senior Project Manager

Estelle Thyer

Senior Event Producer

Grace Becker

Associate Program Manager

Haley Gillis

Senior Event Producer

Heidi Hendricks

Senior Project Manager

Hunter Isgrig

Senior Communications Manager

Ilana Hambro

Event Producer

Ilsa Chapple

Project Manager

Jackie Saarenas

Project Manager

Jen Brazas

Event Producer

Kady Riggan

Event Producer & TLX Lead

Kris Evans Bien

Project Manager

Kylie Wolfin

Associate Project Manager

Layla Faris

Program Manager

Lilya Crystal

Senior Event Producer

Matt Shaw

Event Producer

Meg Castleton

Senior Program Manager

Megan Keck

Associate Program Manager

Meghan Staley

Senior Event Producer

Meredith MacQuigg

Director of Finance and Operations

Monica Kilwine

Delivery Coordinator

Mykaela Gardner

Senior Event Manager

Nicole Shaver

Senior Program Manager

Rebecca Blakley

Associate Program Manager

Sloan Andres

Senior Event Producer

Trystan Rodewald