About Monday Collaborative

Monday Collaborative is a boutique virtual assistant studio founded by creative entrepreneur Sara Navarro, dedicated to helping interior designers and creative business owners build, manage, and scale their innovative businesses.

At Monday Collaborative, our mission is to serve both interior designers (virtually + local) and homeowners (local) through creativity, collaboration, and strategy.

For interior design professionals, we provide the systems, structure, and strategic support needed to refine workflows, boost productivity, and elevate deliverables.

For homeowners, we design thoughtful homes with soul that reflect your personal style and make your home a place you never want to leave.

Rooted in a deep love for design and collaboration, our goal is to bring clarity, efficiency, and creativity to every project. Whether we’re transforming a home or streamlining a design business, we’re here to help turn your vision into reality.

The story behind MC

Monday Collaborative was born from the belief that even the most routine tasks deserve purpose and productivity. Mondays—the start of a new week—hold endless potential, but they often need a spark of motivation. That’s where I come in.

I partner with interior designers to streamline operations, optimize systems, and free up your time so you can focus on what you do best—creating and innovating. You bring the vision; I bring the organization and strategy. Together, we’ll maximize your impact and elevate your business.

At Monday Collaborative, we go beyond traditional administrative support—we build lasting partnerships. From managing client communications and coordinating projects to assisting with social media and brand strategy, our services are tailored to meet your unique business needs.

My mission is to empower you to step confidently into the next phase of your business—with clear systems, strong strategy, and a sense of ease.

  • Sara Navarro

    FOUNDER

    After two decades as an entrepreneur, I’m still inspired every day by the opportunity to work alongside talented designers who bring incredible spaces to life. My entrepreneurial journey began at 20, armed with nothing but a sketchbook and a dream. What I lacked in experience, I made up for with passion and determination. I launched my first business as a wedding coordinator at 19, organizing and designing luxurious weddings across San Diego County. When the 2008 recession hit, I pivoted and returned to school, earning a BA in Graphic Design from the Art Institute of Pittsburgh.

    While balancing school and motherhood, I founded a networking group for wedding professionals and later launched a graphic and web design business to support those professionals in building their brands. In 2017, I fully committed to being a business owner, focusing on brand development for creatives. It’s no surprise that my journey has led me to support interior designers and creative businesses, helping them navigate the complexities of running their businesses while they focus on their clients.

    I understand that, for many business owners, your business is a reflection of courage, creativity, and vision. My goal is to help you tell your story through your brand while ensuring your operations run smoothly.

    With a background in graphic design, branding, and social media management, I bring a deep sense of style and attention to detail that resonates with the interior design industry. I believe branding and marketing are essential to building a successful design business. Let me handle the details, so you can focus on what you do best—transforming spaces and inspiring clients with your designs.

  • Megan Hill

    PROCUREMENT + SYSTEMS ASSISTANT

    Hi! I’m Megan. I grew up in sunny Scottsdale, Arizona, where I spent my days horseback riding through the desert. After college, I moved to San Diego, married my college sweetheart, and spent five amazing years in education before transitioning into private tutoring and executive assistant work. Supporting busy professionals taught me how to manage schedules, coordinate vendors, track logistics, and keep a million moving parts running smoothly.

    These days, I’m rooted in Boise, Idaho, where I’ve worked in nonprofit donor relations and data management—further sharpening my organization and systems skills. Now, I get to use all of that experience to support interior designers behind the scenes. I love breaking big-picture ideas into clear, doable steps and tackling the to-dos that free you up to focus on your clients and creativity.

    If you’re a designer who needs a reliable, detail-oriented partner for project coordination, communication, procurement, and operations—I’m excited to support you! Helping make your daily task list less daunting and your mind less cluttered is my favorite thing to do. And when I’m not working, you can find me spending time with my baby girl or curled up with my Kindle.

  • Alynn Etzler

    DESIGNER + DRAFTSWOMAN

    Alynn Etzler brings over 20 years of experience to the design industry, blending artistry, intuition, and purpose in every project. Growing up in a small town in Northern Canada, her passion for design was inspired by her creative parents and a lifelong curiosity about how spaces influence the way we live and feel.

    As a mother to two daughters, Alynn leads by example—showing them the value of tenacity, perseverance, and creativity in overcoming challenges. She earned her BFA in Interior Design from the Design Institute of San Diego, where she refined her natural eye for color, proportion, and detail.

    Before founding SDIDG, Alynn owned Sensational Living Designs, where she developed her signature approach and built a strong foundation in conceptual design. With more than a decade of professional experience, she brings both depth and versatility to her work, guiding each project with confidence and vision.

    A certified Holistic Health Practitioner, Alynn approaches design through a wellness-centered lens. She believes that a thoughtfully designed environment has the power to restore balance, foster comfort, and enhance overall well-being—transforming a space into a sanctuary that truly supports the people who live within it.