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Cambridge, Ma

• Coordinated domestic and international Technology Review-branded conferences and custom events in-person and virtually, resulting in six-plus conferences per year with 300-500 in-person attendees and 500-1,000 virtual attendees.• Managed the event registration lifecycle, created online registration pages, and facilitated payments, resulting in seamless attendee experience and accurate financial documentation.• Oversaw onsite attendee experiences, handled registration and check-in, and managed volunteer and temporary staff, ensuring smooth event operations and high customer satisfaction.• Created and distributed VIP and special invitations and pre-and post-event communications, enhancing attendee engagement and increasing returning guests.• Collaborated with team members to fulfill sponsorship commitments, securing two to six large sponsors with packages ranging from $50,000 to $250,000.• Provided internal stakeholders with insights on ticket sales, demographics, and trends using Eventbrite and Swoogo tools, informing future event decisions on content, price, and location.

Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States

• Directed catering staff of five to eight members, optimizing workflow and delegating tasks, resulting in team growth and efficiency.• Managed time, resources, and resolved system issues under tight deadlines, minimizing service interruptions and maintaining productivity.• Oversaw provisioning operations, organized supply lists, coordinated with vendors, and ensured safe transportation of goods, ensuring successful event execution.• Managed client relationships and sales processes, responded to inquiries, generated estimates and invoices, maintained communication, and built clientele.

Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States

• Coordinated department-related events such as student luncheons, guest speaker receptions, and inter-departmental functions, fostering networking and social opportunities.• Managed supervisors' schedules and supported daily operations, including video conferencing and international travel coordination, ensuring efficient operations.• Interacted with VIP clientele in high-pressure environments, addressing specific needs and providing professional accommodations.• Maintained focus and attention to detail amid interruptions and unforeseen adjustments, demonstrating quick thinking and composure under pressure.

Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States

• Assisted the director in managing financial transactions, program scheduling, office-parent relations, and general office upkeep, ensuring smooth program operations.• Supported the children's after school Kung Fu program and facilitated transitions between academic and extracurricular activities, contributing to successful daily operations.