Shayna Bigazzi is the Founder and Principal of Altaterra Events, a Highlands-based firm specializing in sophisticated, high-touch events for private clients, nonprofits, and destination venues. Her expertise in luxury hospitality and event management, honed through her experiences with prestigious brands like The Ritz-Carlton and Old Edwards Inn, underscores her commitment to precision, discretion, and excellence.

Beyond her professional pursuits, Shayna is a dedicated community leader. She has been a member of the Highlands Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors for five years, contributing significantly to local initiatives. Passionate about sustainability, Shayna works with her clients to donate post-event floral arrangements to local organizations like the Highlands Hospital and local senior living communities.

Shayna has deep personal ties to cancer, giving her a strong connection to Stage4Hope’s mission and a clear understanding of the emotional weight of this work. With a strong professional foundation in luxury hospitality, Shayna also brings operational discipline and creative vision to every event she designs. Her expertise, relationships, and credibility within the Highlands community position her to play a key role in elevating Stage4Hope’s fundraising and events.

Originally from Montreal, she has lived around the world—including Colorado, Italy, Turks and Caicos, St. Thomas, Florida, and Georgia—and now calls Highlands home with her husband, Federico, their dog, Maple, and a shared love of live music and travel.