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Coordinate, manage, and execute end to end logistics for Motor Trend Auto Shows, as well as additional Motor Trend Group events. Responsibilities include: development and management of project timelines, venue/vendor management, development of security and staffing plans, onsite event coordination, and marketing communications.

Eugene, Oregon Area

Responsible for the cross-functional planning and procurement of all temporary furniture and equipment at TrackTown USA events.Oversee the execution of Logistics operations plans, including warehouse management.Maintain close communication with all vendors responsible for the venue build out for the 2016 IAAF World Indoor Championships.Work closely with functional areas to develop the detailed design of spaces for the 2016 IAAF World Indoor Championships and the 2016 US Olympic Team Trials.Train and manage staff of volunteers during events.

Greater Los Angeles Area

Venue Director for the Delegation Welcome Center at Loyola Marymount University for the 2015 Special Olympics World Games.Oversee Delegation Service Centers at Athletic Villages during 2015 Special Olympics World Games.Lead planning and management of Heads of Delegation conference in January, 2015.Serve as main point of contact day to day for a designated group of Heads of Delegation from various countries.Coordinate and manage arrivals and departures of delegates at Athlete Villages.Manage information flow to and between departments in regards to meeting operational needs for delegations.Work in coordination with internal departments to coordinate all operational needs for delegations and related events including: Registration, Housing, Transportation, Signage, Food and Beverage and equipment.Act as primary point of contact with athlete housing sites and accommodations partner during planning phase.

Anaheim, Ca

Responsible for securing locations and coordinating the logistics of remote will call offices.Negotiated and reviewed contract information for remote locations.Established and maintained excellent relationships with local ticket brokers.Provided the highest level of customer service possible.Directly responsible for raising customer service metrics to the highest in the company.

Coordinated and managed the many elements of Angel home games and 3rd party events, such as: Angel security, contracted security, parking, guest relations, and event staff.Created set-up memorandums and ensured that procedures are followed.Created cost recovery sheets for every 3rd party event that was hosted by Angel Stadium.Found areas where money could be saved or more appropriately allocated.

Ensured that tasks got completed in a timely manner in order for the facility to run effectively.Maintained daily upkeep of facilities, assisted in planning, set-up and tear down of events.Daily shipping and receiving and keeping track of venue equipment inventory.Operated a forklift to carry out facility needs.

Maintained marketing efforts through social networking sites.Coordinated stadium court promotions for onsite sponsors.Proficient use of Microsoft applications i.e. Excel, Word.Assisted in set up and tear down at each event.

Worked with Qualcomm Stadium event staff to ensure all guest policies and procedures were implemented properly.Worked in Operations department to coordinate and implement set up and teardown of courses i.e. tuff blocks, hydro barrier, hard fence etc. - Use of forklift.

Managed 10-15 volunteers for Summer and Winter X Games.Worked with host venue event staff and X Games Operations department to ensure that all guest policies and procedures were implemented properly. - Use of forklift.

Masters, Sport Management

Activities and Societies: Sigma Alpha Lambda Honors Society

Bachelor Of Science, Kinesiology - Sport Psychology

Activities and Societies: Sigma Alpha Lambda Honors Society