• Research & Budgeting: Assisted with budgeting, research, and vendor quote evaluation for event supplies.• Event Organization: Successfully planned and managed The Lavazza IncluCity Festival 2024, a 25-day event in Toronto’s Distillery District with approximately 240,000 visitors.• Negotiations & Outreach: Supported partnership research and handled outreach to vendors and partners, working with major companies including Delta, CIBC, and Lavazza.• Operations Management: Overseeing booths and coordinated set-up and tear-down operations, including schedules & contacts, while coordinating over 50+ volunteers throughout the event.

• Attend Industry networking events created by FHS members that are held by hotel & events professionals.• Contribute to the planning and execution of events by establishing goals and effectively managing time.

• Budgeting & Resources: Analyzing the costs of each event, including venue rental, catering, equipment rental, and other expenses, to determine a realistic budget.• Organizing Events: Developing an event timeline and checklist to ensure all tasks are completedon time, coordinating with vendors and suppliers to ensure all goods and services are delivered as agreed upon.• Suppliers Negotiation: Reviewing and analyzing supplier contracts to ensure that all terms and conditions are favorable to the organization.