Director Of Global Accounts
CurrentConsult with clients in different market segments, including corporate, not-for-profit, and government. Provide expertise navigating the meetings procurement, event technology, and contract negotiation process, saving clients a tremendous amount of time and money, and allowing them to focus their energy on the big picture of their meetings and events. Events range from small board meetings to citywide conventions with thousands of attendees.· Manage the RFP sourcing and supplier bidding process, creating detailed solution briefs to provide best recommendations based on event timeline, budget, and logistical needs.· Manage entire scope of conference planning process, from pre-planning and site-selection to on-site conference management, A/V, and event technology services, including virtual events with live streaming. · Negotiated hundreds of contracts with a focus on minimizing risk, reducing costs, and maximizing revenue and ROI. · Helped clients transition from in-person events to virtual and hybrid events during COVID-19 Pandemic.· Increased customer retention by helping clients avoid millions of dollars in penalties from COVID-19 related event cancellations.