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Raleigh, Nc, Us

Greater St. Louis

- Expertly manage the planning and seamless execution of all audiovisual components for large-scale, multi-stakeholder events from coast to coast, ensuring a flawless experience for all attendees.- Leverage Vectorworks software to design optimal audiovisual systems tailored to the specific requirements of each event space, maximizing both functionality and aesthetic appeal.- Utilize R2 inventory management program to efficiently track and manage audiovisual equipment, ensuring the right resources are available and deployed for each event.- Engage in proactive and frequent communication with technicians from various trades and key project stakeholders, meticulously tracking project milestones, swiftly resolving challenges, and ensuring strict adherence to quality standards, budget constraints, timelines, and scope parameters.

Saint Louis, Mo

Festival Management:- Led the successful planning and execution of multiple festivals, overseeing all logistical aspects including vendor coordination, budget management, and on-site operations.- Collaborated closely with sponsors, partners, and local authorities to ensure regulatory compliance and seamless coordination of festival activities.Event Consultant:- Provided expert consultation services to diverse clients, offering strategic guidance on event conceptualization, planning, and execution.- Developed customized event proposals and comprehensive project plans tailored to client objectives and budgetary constraints.- Offered valuable insights and recommendations on venue selection, vendor procurement, marketing strategies, and overall event management best practices

St Louis, Missouri, United States

Fulfills many roles including pre‐mobilization planning, site assessment, project management, project quality assurance, documentation & progress tracking, scheduling and management of onsite project scope, and project close‐out, and equipment operation.

Greater St. Louis

- Led a diverse team in the planning and execution of the second largest Mardi Gras celebration in the U.S., ensuring a seamless and memorable event for attendees.- Managed production schedules, vendor contracts, and budget allocations, optimizing resources and maintaining cost efficiency.- Coordinated and attended non-profit board meetings, aligning event goals with organizational objectives and community needs.- Oversaw onsite beverage operations at local festivals, ensuring compliance with regulations and delivering high-quality service to festival-goers.

Greater St. Louis Area

- Manage daily operations and sales functions for a team of 170+ employees on and off airport locations, optimizing fleet utilization, increasing revenue, and enhancing customer satisfaction.- Direct customer service activities at rental counters, ensuring smooth vehicle rentals, handling inquiries, resolving complaints, and maintaining high standards of customer service.- Oversee vehicle preparation for subsequent rentals, upholding quality standards, promptly reporting missing vehicles to Security, and ensuring facility and equipment safety.- Organize counter duties and monitor employee performance, taking corrective action to address productivity lapses, conducting performance assessments, managing scheduling and attendance, and providing ongoing development, recognized with the Avis Budget Group's C.E.O. award for commitment to customer service excellence.

Greater St. Louis Area

- Coordinate the planning and execution of festivals, concerts, sports, and entertainment events, serving as the primary contact for booking both local and national acts, crafting production schedules, estimates, and budgets.- Oversee online marketing and social media campaigns for multiple accounts, contribute to writing sponsorship proposals, and specialize in designing event footprints to optimize attendee flow and enhance overall guest experience.- Execute contracts for both vendors and talent, working with national act tour managers to fulfill artist riders and overseeing on-site management of teams for large-scale events.- Serve as the lead account manager for prominent clients including Go! St. Louis, City of Chesterfield, MO, City of O'Fallon, MO, Washington University Saint Louis, and Fox Sports Midwest; previously booked and produced the monthly Ticketmaster New Music Spotlight at The Pageant.