Title Assistant Director of University Advancement Events, Regional Events Department University Advancement Events Email zia.barnes@advance.fsu.edu Zia is originally from Bonita Springs, Florida, and relocated to Tallahassee to pursue her undergraduate degree at Flagler College. She brings broad experience in the hospitality industry, specializing in event management and sales, before joining the Division of University Advancement. In her role, Zia is dedicated to engaging and supporting Florida State University alumni across the country through regional programming. Outside of work, she enjoys traveling, exploring new restaurants, and spending time in the kitchen experimenting with new recipes.