Alyssa Parks is a versatile professional with over a decade of supervisory experience across retail and food service environments. Throughout her career, she has led diverse teams, streamlined daily operations, and upheld high standards of customer service in fast-paced, high-pressure settings. Her background has shaped her into a strong communicator, thoughtful leader, and effective problem solver who thrives in dynamic environments.

In addition to her leadership experience, Alyssa brings three years of experience in information technology, where she has provided technical support, troubleshot systems, and assisted with IT operations. This combination of people management and technical expertise allows her to approach challenges with both a customer-focused and solutions-oriented mindset.

Alyssa is passionate about continuous learning and contributing to mission-driven organizations through reliable leadership, adaptability, and effective technology support. Outside of her professional work, she is a proud mother of one and has been with her husband for nine years. Together, they run a VFX company alongside their full-time careers. Alyssa currently works in IT with the Department of Defense, while her husband is a VFX artist at Digital Domain. Her connection to both technology and the creative industry aligns closely with Create Now’s mission to empower communities through the arts and innovation.