June Recap with ILEA
- ILEA NCC
- Jul 24
- 3 min read
As my term as President of ILEA-NCC comes to a close, I want to take a moment to reflect and say thank you. This past year has been a tremendous honor—one filled with growth, resilience, connection, and care.
I’ve seen our community show up with heart: stepping into new roles, trying bold ideas, building relationships, and holding each other through challenges. Through the highs and lows, this chapter has remained a space of creativity, support, and purpose. A reminder that in our industry—and in life—people must always come first.
Thank you for trusting me to help guide our chapter forward. While I’m not going far, I’m so excited to pass the torch to my dear friend and extraordinary
leader, Charmaine Pajar, as she steps into the role of President. The future of ILEA-NCC is in great hands.
To our outgoing Board—thank you for your energy, care, and vision. And to our volunteers, committees, and vendor partners—your generosity makes this all possible. I’m endlessly grateful.
If you’re reading this and thinking of getting involved—please do. ILEA has been a place of deep meaning and growth for me, and it can be for you too.
With heartfelt gratitude,
Becca Bloom
Immediate Past President
Summer is here and the Bay Area is buzzing! We soaked up the sunshine (and a few cocktails) at our Pride mixer, and it was the perfect way to wrap up the year with this vibrant, creative, and wildly talented community.
A shoutout to our outgoing Board for all the time, energy, and love they poured into this chapter. An extra-special thank you to Becca for her leadership and mentorship—I’m so grateful for your guidance.
As we gear up for the next term, I’m excited to step in as your new chapter president. I started as a committee member a few years ago—and now here we are! If you’ve ever been curious about how the magic happens, this is your official invitation to get involved on one of our committees, there’s space for you!
This year’s all about opportunity—showing up, speaking up, and creating the community we want to be part of. Let’s make it a good one!
See you at the next event,
Charmaine Pajar
ILEA-NCC '25-'26 President
Join us in welcoming our new and returning ILEA members!
Errson Bartle - DJ Airsun Gina Lett Shrewsbury - Inspirations by Gina
Jaime Budgett - ATG Entertainment Kecia Ham - Encore Global
A heartfelt thank you to our incredible sponsors for bringing the Summer Mixer to life!
From heartfelt speeches to rainbow-themed cocktails, our June Mixer was a night to remember. We welcomed the incoming board, celebrated outgoing leaders, and soaked up the summer vibes in the heart of San Francisco. Huge thanks to everyone who showed up, supported, and celebrated with us!
Sponsors & Contributors:
Venue: Chorus Hall
Catering: Debonair Events
Photo Booth: Snap Fiesta: View Gallery
Entertainment: Circosphere
DJ: Second Song
Craft Activation: Dragonfly Designs
Bar: Bartenders Unlimited
Balloons: Sparky's Balloons
Photography: Misti Layne: View Gallery
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