Angelena Papazian

Events Coordinator

Angelena Papazian is the Events Coordinator at Big Waters Land Trust. In this role, she coordinates the logistics of both small- and large-scale events that support community engagement, outreach, and conservation efforts. Angelena helps bring people together through meaningful experiences that connect them to nature and the organization’s mission.

Angelena is passionate about protecting outdoor spaces that have provided her with healing and sanctuary, ensuring they remain accessible for others and future generations. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology with a minor in Sociology, as well as a Master of Social Work, and brings a strong background in the mental health field to her work.

Angelena values being fully present in nature, finding clarity, comfort, and inspiration through the natural world. Outside of work, she enjoys camping, traveling, exploring new places, journaling, learning new subjects, and spending time with loved ones. She also has a creative interest in embroidery and Reiki.

Big Waters Staff

Justin Smith

Chief Program Officer

Christine Johnson

President

Brooke Langston

Director of Land Protection

Ray Vinson

Land Stewardship Manager 

Esmeralda Figueras

Land Steward

Connie Brown

Connie Brown

Director of Community Engagement

Sarah Rubin

Youth Education Manager

Sarah Denison Williams

Sarah Denison Williams

Community Education Manager

Shalla Ashworth

Director of Philanthropy

Dawn Lansing

Dawn Lansing

Development Officer

Molly Rabin

Database and Donor Stewardship Administrator

Tianna Boswell-Porter

Tianna Boswell-Porter

Director of Marketing and Events

Nilyana Rodriguez

Digital Content & Design Specialist

Angelena Papazian

Events Coordinator

Pam Brownell

Pam Brownell

Chief of Staff

Robyn Powell

Robyn Powell

Controller

Michael Greatchus

Executive Assistant

Sam Peterson

Sam Peterson

Bay Preserve Site Manager