Maria Retana
Events Manager, WRI Polsky Energy Center

Maria is the Event Manager for WRI Polsky Energy Center, bringing over 15 years of experience in planning and executing corporate events.
Born and raised in Mexico City, she holds a B.S. in Marketing and now lives in Bethesda with her husband and two children. Outside of work, she dedicates her time to supporting her kids’ nonprofit, which is committed to finding a cure for Zellweger Spectrum Disorder. She enjoys discovering new restaurants, going to concerts, spending time with her family, and hosting intimate gatherings at home.