Charissa Rikimaru

Charissa Rikimaru has extensive experience in community engagement and event coordination, currently serving as the Online Community Group Coordinator at Saddleback Church since September 2015. Prior roles at Saddleback Church include Bookstore Team Associate, Workplace Ministry Intern, and 301 Ministry Intern. Between April 2019 and April 2021, Charissa held various positions at Grand Canyon University, culminating as the Director of Commuter Events. Additional experience includes the role of Discover Team Host at Grand Canyon Education, Inc. and serving as a Student Ambassador at Crean Lutheran High School from 2014 to 2017, where effective communication with families and donors was key for fundraising efforts. Charissa Rikimaru earned a Bachelor of Arts in Christian Studies from Grand Canyon University, completing the degree in 2021, following graduation from Crean Lutheran High School in 2018.