Celebrate Women’s History Month with Maria Garcia

In recognition of Women’s History Month, the Chargers are highlighting an employee each week in the month of March. Today’s spotlight is on Maria Garcia, who is the Senior Director of Events & Stadium Operations for the Chargers. Maria grew up in Huntington Park, CA and studied at Cal State Long Beach.

Did you always have a desire to work in sports?

Short answer, yes ! I had the opportunity to intern for a few sports teams while attending my last year at Cal State Long Beach. Being exposed to the behind the scenes of those organizations really fueled my desire to continue my career in this industry.

How’d you get your start?

When I graduated with my Bachelor’s Degree, I took a position as an Assistant to the General Manager at Dignity Health Sports Park. I took every opportunity to learn and get involved with events. After many years of being an Assistant to the General Manager, an Event Manager role became available. That was my window and I took it! During my 11 years at that stadium I ran major events like MLS, Boxing, PBR and the CrossFit Games.