Our Team

Our Partners

Ironlight works with an exclusive list of food & beverage, rental, and audio/video vendors who capture the vision of an elevated experience.

Please click on any of our preferred caterers to reach out to them directly

Ironlight Team

Jenna Baird

General Manager

Jenna leads operations, financial planning, and team development for the venue. With extensive experience in event planning, client development, and operations, Jenna ensures successful execution of events while enhancing profitability and guest satisfaction. Her prior roles include GM of PSU's Viking Pavilion, where she managed a 3,000+ seat arena, and CTE Teacher at the high school level, where she developed an event planning curriculum. Jenna also served as Executive Assistant to the GM at Rip City Management/Portland Trail Blazers, supporting C-level executives and managing key projects.

Jenna is known for her leadership and ability to cultivate positive work environments, Jenna has been recognized for her commitment to operational excellence and team empowerment throughout her career. Jenna was born and raised down the street from Ironlight in Tualatin, Oregon. She currently resides in Sherwood with her husband Kevin and her two sons, Kade and Kam.

Ian Vanderhill

Operations Manager and Graphic Designer
The team's tallest member hails from the shores of West Michigan where he studied illustration. Over the last decade in Portland Ian has made a connection with almost every catering company and now brings his love for people and events to this team. His background in art is carried over to the venue as Ironlight's in-house graphics creator.