Naina joins INCOSE with a strong background in public relations and a passion for detailed planning. As Director of Events, Naina and her team are responsible for a large global events portfolio, where she showcases her leadership skills in budget management, vendor sourcing, and on-site logistics. Naina has a BS in Public Relations and a BA in Women's Studies from West Virginia University along with a Certificate in Event Management from George Washington University. She is also a Certified Meeting Professional through the Events Industry Council. With this depth of knowledge, she brings a holistic perspective to her work, advocating for diversity and inclusion in all aspects of event planning and association management.

Naina’s event industry experience includes driving well-organized workflows, developing effective communication between staff and volunteers, and orchestrating multi-day conferences in international metropolitan areas around the world. Her strategic approach to project management has helped the successful implementation of many initiatives while recognizing opportunities for improvement.

As a mom of three young children, Naina consistently multitasks and excels at keeping the train moving. Yet she remains committed to leaving a lasting impact on everyone she meets.