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Knoxville, Tennessee, United States

Marketing proprietary high technology through various channels, including organizing speaking engagements, trade shows, live and virtual events, social media and website. Participate in product launches and software updates. Use creative skills, branding guidelines, technical skills, organizational skills, and people skills to support the sales team and the company.

Washington D.C. Metro Area

Provide live, virtual and hybrid meeting planning, marketing, and fundraising services to non-profit organizations. INDUSTRIES: Legal, Business, Science, Medical, High Tech, Energy, Environmental, EducationEVENT TYPES: Legal, Pharmaceutical, Medical, Scientific, Environmental, Fundraising, Educational, Networking, Invitation-only C-level summits, Board meetings, Incentive programsEVENT SIZES: 10 - 2500EVENT LOCATIONS: US, Canada, EuropeSERVICES Experienced meetings professional in live, virtual and hybrid events and webinars, including content capture and repurposing. Earned a reputation for professionalism, flexibility and making sound decisions under pressure. An impactful event producer and team leader, adept at designing and executing high-quality meetings and events of all sizes. Advanced skills in project management, cultivating c-level stakeholder relationships, and strategic program development. Effective problem solver and communicator. Passionate team leader and detail-oriented project manager who aligns conference development strategy with organizational goals.

Knoxville, Tennessee, United States

Growing scientific and academic associations through successful meetings and events.

Knoxville, Tennessee, United States

Leading the logistics team for the planning and production of WCX, formerly the SAE World Congress.

Responsible for the planning and execution of the logistics of the 11th International Rights of Way Symposium, held in September 2015 in Halifax, Nova Scotia. Based on my success, I was contracted to plan and execute the 12th International Rights of Way Symposium, held in September 2018 in Denver, Colorado.

After demonstrating my skills in assisting the Development Team with the 2013 Gala fundraiser on a volunteer basis, I was hired to manage and market the two largest revenue-producing projects – travel program and Gala fundraiser. Built relationships with high end donors, Board members and industry leaders to provide memorable experiences that increased loyalty and revenue to the organization.

Responsible for budgeting, planning, marketing and execution of three meetings per year as well as logistics for up to 15 educational programs per year. Responsible for sponsorship program. Supervised two full time staff and up to ten temporary/contract employees at a time. Worked closely with association officers, Board of Trustees and volunteer planning committees.Accomplishments: o Produced productive and memorable meeting experiences for 20 to 2000 members and guestso Hosted the largest LES International Conference with attendees from nearly 40 countrieso Generated up to 71% of association revenue, contributing up to 22% of revenue over expenseso Grew sponsorship program by 35%o Balanced financial goals with expectations of the planning committee and attendeeso Implemented Power Networking system for attendees to arrange private business meetings o Developed effective and accurate F&B guarantee processo Centralized logistical planning, contracting and executiono Developed contracts that were favorable to the association and amenable to hotels o Implemented new processes and software to manage registration, proposals, speakers, volunteers, recordingso Designed structure of meeting web pages for new web siteo Created an effective team of employees, vendors and volunteers

Responsible for all national conferences, targeted meetings and board meetings, including budgets, site selection, and contract negotiation. Led volunteer planning committees in developing meeting programs, sponsorship and marketing strategies. Planned and coordinated logistics of all meetings, including exhibits. Scheduled board member agendas during conferences. Managed certification program. Managed membership marketing, database and services. Presented live progress reports to Board of Directors.

Certificate Of Landscape Design, Landscape Design

Completed several design projects, including hospitality space at the French Ambassador's Residence in NW Washington, DC.

Bs, Marketing

Activities and Societies: Kappa Alpha Theta

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