Elaina J. Spring, CMP

 Professional Experience:

Woven Wineworks & Covey Ridge Vineyards, Banks, OR
Co-Founder & Co-Owner (November 2013–Present)

• Provide strategic leadership for a family-owned vineyard business, overseeing operations, partnerships, brand stewardship, and long-term planning

• Direct brand strategy, marketing initiatives, website management, social media, and creative development

• Lead business planning and evaluate opportunities that support the long-term sustainability and growth of the vineyard

• Plan and host vineyard tours, harvest celebrations, industry events, and community gatherings that strengthen relationships 

• Successfully launched and operated the Woven Wineworks brand, including two tasting room locations (closed August 2023), before transitioning the business to focus on grape production and vineyard operations

Girls Inc. of the Pacific Northwest, Portland, OR
Part-time Administrative Assistant (January 2024–September 2025)

• Provide administrative support to the Board of Directors, Chief Executive Officer, STEAM Advisors, and Leadership Team

• Assist with the planning and execution of internal and external meetings, events, and special projects for the organization

• Manage calendar appointments, travel logistics, and meetings

• Designed and delivered comprehensive onboarding materials for new Board members, including proficiency with BoardEffect software

• Supported the Search Committee in the successful recruitment and hiring of a new CEO, coordinating communications and logistics throughout the entire process

Vancouver Organizing Committee 2010 Olympic & Paralympic Winter Games, Vancouver, BC
Administrative Assistant, Brand & Creative Services (August 2007–April 2010)

• Assisted with planning and executing all aspects of the department’s high-profile programs and special events. Responsible for coordinating meetings, creative sessions, presentations, and travel arrangements

• Provided support to the vice president, creative director and brand & creative services team comprised of thirty full-time graphic designers, managers, and project coordinators

• Helped facilitate the development of the 2010 Winter Games brand strategy, related design elements and key deliverables including emblems, mascots, medals, uniforms, torches, victory ceremony components, and overall graphic identity

The Butler Did It Catering Company, Vancouver, BC
Event Coordinator/Corporate Catering Coordinator (October 2006–August 2007)

• Managed corporate and social catering accounts by responding to customer inquiries, generating comprehensive proposals, and preparing service contracts

• Developed, implemented, and managed critical paths, timelines, event budgets, and overall strategic planning for a variety of catered functions

• Oversaw all aspects of event logistics including management of rentals, on-site staffing, room set-ups, table décor, and customized menus        

Miller Nash LLP, Portland, OR
Event Planner (August 2001–August 2006)

• Responsible for planning and implementing events and related marketing efforts for one of the Pacific Northwest's largest and most respected multiservice law firms

• Developed creative direction and strategic objectives for firm sponsored functions throughout Oregon, Washington, Idaho, and British Columbia, ranging in size from ten to 450+ attendees

• Participated in preparation and administration of over a half-million-dollar annual budget

• Managed and negotiated contractual agreements and logistics for corporate meetings, special events, and travel.

Global Crossing Ltd. / Frontier Communications, Portland, OR
Regional Client Services Analyst (August 1997–November 2000)

• Coordinated regional conferences, meetings and travel for the West Region Client Services comprised of forty consultants and four managers throughout fifteen western states.

• Generated, compiled, and analyzed statistical reporting of sales revenues for executive management. Responsible for interpreting trends, presenting report findings and providing recommendations to the Regional Director and National Vice President in support of company objectives. Analysis incorporated revenue growth studies and predictions on a base equating to 500+ clients billing over nine million dollars.

Education:

University of California, Davis
2022, Wine Executive Program
UC Davis Department of Viticulture and Enology & Graduate School of Management

University of Oregon
1999–2002, Meeting & Event Management Business Certificate
UO Continuing and Professional Education

The Evergreen State College
1993–1997, Bachelor of Arts Degree, Communications

Certifications:

Certified Meeting Professional (CMP) , Issued by the Convention Industry Council 

Leadership Roles:

Board Member, VP of Philanthropy (2025-Present)
Nominating Committee Member (2025-Present)
National Charity League (NCL) Oregon Rose Chapter

Board Advisor, Food & Beverage (2023-Present), 2026 Committee Chair
Multnomah Athletic Club

Events Committee Member (2022-Present)
Global Communications Advisor (2024-Present)
Les Dames d’Escoffier International

Former Board Member (2005-2007)
Meeting Professionals International (MPI) – Oregon Chapter

Affiliations:

Current Memberships:
Meeting Professionals International
Women in Wine: Oregon
Multnomah Whiskey Library
Boundary Social Club

Current Volunteer Initiatives:       
Classic Wines Auction / Classic Wines Foundation, Portland, Oregon
Portland Piano International (PPI) - Fundraising Event Committee Member  
Oregon Episcopal School - Parent Partnership Committee
Friends of Lincoln High School - Parent Volunteer

Previous Volunteer Initiatives:   
Oregon Wine Board’s Wine Symposium, Portland, Oregon        
Wine Tasting Panel Judge for the 2016 Northwest Wine Summit
International Special Events Society Member– Oregon Chapter
Feast Portland Volunteer | A Celebration of Oregon Bounty              
Journal of the Association of Legal Administrators (ALA) – Columnist               

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