Monica A L.

About Monica A L.

I believe the brands that stand out are the ones built on connection - not just content. My work lives at the intersection of marketing strategy, digital storytelling, and community experience, driven by cultural curiosity and a genuine interest in how people engage with the world around them.My experience spans hospitality, travel, lifestyle marketing, and experiential events, and it’s supported by a strong academic foundation. I earned my Master of Science in International Business in London, a city that deepened my appreciation for global perspectives, diversity, and cross-cultural communication. Before that, I completed my Bachelor of Science in Hospitality & Event Management, which shaped my people-first approach and laid the foundation for how I think about guest experience, service, and connection.I bring a global perspective and hospitality mindset to my work and lead with empathy, clarity, and collaboration. I think globally, design for human experience, and believe that how brands make people feel matters as much as what they say or sell.As a Marketing & Brand Strategist, I lead digital campaigns, social media direction, content development, and brand identity work. I’ve partnered with founders, hospitality groups, lifestyle brands, and tourism-focused organizations to craft marketing programs that grow awareness, deepen engagement, and feel true to who they are.I’m also the Founder of Denver Social Society, a community-focused events brand that curates unique experiences, brand partnerships, and social gatherings designed to bring people together. It’s where my love for connection, design, and local culture meet.What I’m Known For: Turning brand stories into clear, compelling messaging Designing digital campaigns with emotional resonance Leading creative direction and multi-channel content strategy Producing memorable, community-focused event experiences Communicating with warmth, clarity, and collaborationCore Focus Areas:Brand Strategy • Digital Campaigns • Social Media • Content Direction • Creative LeadershipCommunity & Event Experience • Partnerships • Hospitality & Lifestyle MarketingIf your work is about inspiring people, building community, telling meaningful stories, or creating experiences that stay with people, we’ll get along well.

Experience

1. Events & Community Director

   Denver Social Society

   Jan 2021 — Present · Denver, CO, US

   Denver Social Society is a community-driven events brand founded in the years following the pandemic to support local businesses and rebuild real-life connection. We spotlight independently owned venues and cultural spaces across the city, hosting monthly gatherings and private invite-only events that celebrate creativity, hospitality, and community.Over the last five years, we’ve been involved with 100+ events, building a loyal and engaged network of community members, creatives, and local partners.Key Contributions & Responsibilities: Concept and produce monthly social gatherings, boutique events, and curated cultural experiences across Denver. Lead event planning and logistics, including venue partnerships, timelines, budgets, vendor coordination, and guest experience. Develop and maintain strategic partnerships and sponsor relationships with local businesses, hospitality groups, and cultural organizations. Create sponsor activation opportunities that align brand values with event experience, ensuring strong visibility and meaningful audience engagement. Oversee social media presence and editorial-style storytelling, highlighting partner businesses, local culture, and event experiences. Manage guest list curation for exclusive invite-only gatherings, ensuring community alignment and high-quality interactions. Build and nurture a growing community network, fostering belonging, collaboration, and cultural connection.Focus Areas:Event Production • Community Building • Cultural Partnerships • Social Media & Content DirectionExperience Design • Relationship & Stakeholder Management • Hospitality-Forward Guest Experience

Education

• Hult International Business School

  Master of Science (M.Sc.), International Business

  2016 — 2017

• Johnson & Wales University

  Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.), Hospitality

  2011 — 2015

Skills

• Photoshop
• Fundraising
• Social Media
• Time Management
• Event Management
• Hospitality Industry
• Marketing
• Event Planning
• Customer Relationship Management (Crm)
• Public Speaking
• Microsoft Office
• Sales
• Microsoft Word
• Leadership
• Digital Marketing
• Opera
• Operations Management
• Social Networking
• Project Management
• Business Strategy
• Microsoft Powerpoint
• Hospitality
• Strategic Planning
• Adobe Photoshop
• Training
• Psychology
• Powerpoint
• Microsoft Excel
• Management
• Customer Service