Amanda Trainor Patrick Email & Phone Number

Washington, Dc, Us

Washington Dc-Baltimore Area

Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

Smithbucklin is a full-service association management and services company. Founded in 1949, the company’s mission is to achieve the missions of the client organizations it serves and provide uncompromised stewardship for their long-term prosperity. Smithbucklin offers full-service management and high-impact specialized services to trade associations, professional societies, technology user groups, industry consortia, charitable organizations, corporations, and government institutes. The company is 100 percent employee-owned. Current Clients: American Dental Association (ADA) Emergency Nursing Association (ENA)National Society of Genetic Counselors (NSGC)

Washington Dc-Baltimore Area

Transitioned RSI from in-house to external association management, including playing a key role in creating a new strategic plan, developing new budget protocols, and informing a formal communications strategy

Washington Dc-Baltimore Area

Additional Board Roles include: Vice President (2017-2019), Secretary (2015-2017), Public Relations & Outreach Chair (2013-2015)LRW works to provide leadership, learning opportunities, and support for the personal and professional growth of women at every level in railroading. #RailwayWomen www.railwaywomen.org

Washington D.C. Metro Area

Served as primary liaison to a 15-member board, including handling all communication, board book materials, and keeping board members engaged consistently between three annual board meetings.Managed all aspects of annual expo and conference planning. Events rages in size from 100 to 230 exhibitors and 1,200 to 9,000 attendees. Sales revenues ranged from $450,000 to $1.2 Million. Started role at RSI to ensure the merging of two associations into one, and grew into a larger role. Integrated membership database, managed member communications, developed external communications, and conference management. Previous titles: Trade Show and Board Relations (July 2012-November 2015), Membership and Marketing Director (July 2008-July 2012)

Washington D.C. Metro Area

Trade Show manager with five years of experience in event management. - At one event, sold over 400 booths using a2z software and managed 200+ exhibiting companies at an indoor facility and outdoor rail yard.- Developed the floor plan, exhibitor contracts, and rules and regulations. - Provided on-site floor management and help in coordinating event move-in/ move-out.- Worked directly with OSC and event vendors including registration, mobile app, and catering.International Events- Assisted in the management of a USA pavilion at an international trade show in Brazil where we had an exhibit space designed with 10 slots available to member companies.- In addition to exhibit space, provided exhibitors with catering services, support and guidance on translation and shipping materials; assistance with graphics, internet services, and a hotel room block.

Washington D.C. Metro Area

Worked as an administrative assistant for the President and a Senior Vice President of a high profile lobbying and government relations firm. I coordinated client visits, scheduled meetings with Congressional offices and Agencies, compiled briefing books, and managed visit logistics. Compiled research for clients and potential clients to determine proper representation.

Washington D.C. Metro Area

Taught civic education to kids from throughout the United States about our government and democracy. Collaboratively created and conducted daily workshops with students involving political and social themes connected with active citizenship. Prepared 15 to 20 students for visiting their Congressional Representatives, especially by introducing them to current legislation and assisting them in formulating appropriate questions. Programs Worked: High School, Program For New Americans

Master Of Business Administration (Mba)

Bs Political Science / Minor Economics, Public Administration / International Relations

Activities and Societies: Gamma Phi Beta International Sorority, UMSL Sue Shear Institute for Women in Public Life, Leadership Academy.