• 27 years of strong and diverse experience in event management at the professional and collegiate levels • Thorough knowledge of all aspects of social, conference, and academic event management• Development of relationships with community, academic, administrative, and professional leaders and in leading marketing efforts in these areas• Management Leadership as Events Director including Banquet and Catering, Commencement Director, Facilities Scheduling Manager, and Facilities Improvement Manager• Specific administrative capabilities include organization and administration of event management, office management, staff recruitment and training, inventory procurement and management, facility improvements, and budgets • Extremely motivated, with strong organizational skills, work ethic, and dedication to quality