“I had the pleasure of working with Malaika both during her time as a contractor and later as a full-time Graphic Designer on the Marketing, Communications, and Events Team at the National Council for Mental Wellbeing. From the start, she brought a level of consistency and reliability that made her an invaluable part of the team — paired with a collaborative working style that elevated everyone around her.

Much of our shared work centered on NatCon, the organization's annual conference, where Malaika led design across a wide range of deliverables — banners, complex forms, and large-scale hanging signage for onsite event spaces. Her work was always thoughtful, precise, and deeply aligned with the needs of the event experience.

What set Malaika apart was her ability to balance strong creative instincts with practical execution. She was approachable, easy to collaborate with, and someone I could count on for quick problem-solving when it mattered most. She came to every brainstorm with ideas worth hearing, and she iterated with intention — which consistently pushed the final work to a higher place.

Her positive attitude and composure in fast-paced event production environments made her a standout. Any team looking for a dependable, creative, and collaborative designer would be fortunate to have her.”

— Alaina Herrera, CEM
Event & Exhibit Management Professional | Trade Show & Conference Operations | Exhibit Hall Operations | Exhibitor & Sponsor Relations | CEM