Leadership Team, Media & Press Contacts

We love to share information about our community and the positive impact that’s taking place all throughout Zion! Feel free to contact our team below for additional information, insight, and involvement in the Zinnia and Monarch Festival.

  • Cheri Neal

    Cheri Neal is the Zion Township Supervisor and Event Director, working directly with the Leadership Team. For event opportunities, media inquiries, or press related requests please contact her at Cheri@ZionTownship.org.

  • Nayeli Cardenas

    Nayeli Cardenas is the Zion Township Administrative Assistant. For general inquiries, please contact her at Nayeli@ZionTownship.org.

  • Sandra Usher

    Sandra Usher is the Zion Township Chief Operating Officer . For sponsorship opportunities, please contact her at Sandra@ZionTownship.org.

  • Carlen Borland

    Carlen Borland is the Event Chair for the Monarch Festival, providing leadership for the entire planning process, recruiting and motivating committee members and volunteers.

  • Sarah Petersen

    Sarah Petersen is the Event Chair for the Zinnia Festival, providing leadership for the entire planning process, recruiting and motivating committee members and volunteers.

  • Jessica Ivanova

    Jessica Ivanova is Promotions Chair, responsible for all social media content.

  • Deanna Cruz

    Deanna Cruz, Executive Creative Director of Dandelion Art Galley & Studios, NFP, inc. manages talent, promotion and festival planning & implementation.