Ilyssa Padrid-Dykman

Ilyssa Padrid-Dykman is the Associate Director of Event Programs at Seramount. In this role, she leads all aspects of event planning and execution—from content development and speaker preparation to the seamless delivery of both virtual and in-person experiences. A strategic leader, Ilyssa brings a unique blend of expertise in client project management, event coordination, and data analysis. Prior to joining Seramount, she served as a Client Project Manager and Data Analyst at Jennifer Brown Consulting, where she guided clients through DEI strategy and measurement initiatives. She also worked at the Pacific Council on International Policy, helping to build and implement internal and external DEI efforts.Ilyssa holds a Master’s degree in College Student Affairs Administration from the University of Georgia and a Bachelor’s degree in Public Health Policy, with a minor in Queer Studies, from the University of California, Irvine.
Outside of work, Ilyssa enjoys reading, solving puzzles, playing board games with her partner, and exploring new destinations with their beloved dog.