Over 15 years of experience in meeting and event planning, strategic sourcing and organizational development. Meeting and Event ManagementComprehensive experience in all aspects of meeting and event planning beginning with event design to final event close out. Skills include creation of event objectives, development of communications and marketing materials, speaker selection and preparation, site and venue sourcing, production of meeting collateral as well as volunteer recruitment, training and management.Strategic SourcingAbility to negotiate pricing and contracts with venues and suppliers, including hotels, resorts, AV, transportation, DMCs, local staffing and air travel. Experience reviewing and comparing multiple proposals to assist client in making the best choice for their program. Organizational DevelopmentUnderstanding of organizational development processes, including managing and supporting staff development, quality management and training programs. Experience designing, developing and implementing organization and staff development training programs. Business ManagementExtensive experience in operations and project management. Leading operational teams and devising and implementing innovative policies and procedures for optimum productivity. Key StrengthsResults focused and goal oriented. Outstanding organizational, interpersonal and communication skills combined with influential team-fostering leadership capabilities. Capability to generate new ideas and conceptualize them to internal and external teams. Ability to provide comprehensive support and management for multiple clients/events while performing duties of internal role.