CERTIFIED MEETING PROFESSIONAL with 17+ years of experience designing consumer engagement and educational experiences utilizing event design and marketing tactics resulting in increased brand awareness, higher participation, and strong ROI. Known as a self-starting, energetic, creative, and tech-savvy Certified Meeting Professional, I am not only adept in Event Marketing and Technology Integration, but also possess diverse experience in the event planning and production industry including virtual and hybrid events. My career passion is developing stronger relationships between an organization and their clients, while designing and implementing programs that benefit all stakeholders.CAREER HIGHLIGHTS:• Provided full event management services, including: guiding concept development, event planning, project management, and staff training while engaging in a fast-paced environment• Produced innovative event website design and management (Tools: Swoogo and Cvent) that unify programs, people, culture, and audience outcomes• Created and managed event apps for onsite interaction (Tools: Entegy, EventMobi, Swoogo, CrowdCompass).• Conducted technology integration for meeting connectivity, registration, and data capture• Documented events as the sole photographer, create graphic design, and engage in corporate presentation development; use photos to promote and market future events• Wrote and implemented Cvent training manual for global event plannersSKILLS AND EXPERTISE: Strategic Event PlanningIn-Person / Virtual / Hybrid EventsTechnical Online Event ExpertiseMarketing Incentive ProgramsEvent Website DesignEvent Application DesignEvent Website StrategistEvent Planning / CoordinationTechnology Implementation / TrainingEducation and Marketing SpecialistProgram Development / ImplementationProject ManagementManagement of VendorsProgram ManagementGraphic Design / Digital PhotographyTeam CollaborationStrategic DirectionTime ManagementDetail OrientedOrganization SkillsCustomer ServiceProblem Solving