Erika Ladousa Email & Phone Number

Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area

-Works with a variety of non-profit clients to create best outcomes for fundraising events-Developments meaningful program content to deliver mission-based messaging-Ensures details are carried over from non-profit to on-site event auctioneer to ensure fundraising program is a success.

Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area

*Works for a variety of clients from non-profits to wedding consultants to plan and execute a wide variety of events.*Helps non-profits to navigate the virtual event world with a focus on fundraising*Heads project management including logistics, budget, planning committee relations and decor*Assists in the fundraising aspect of events with suggestions for fundraising opportunities based on the audience of the event.*Works closely with local vendors such as Fladeboe Auctioneers and BidPal to help raise the maximum amount of funds for the organization.*Manages day-of services including set up, take down, timeline management, and vendor relations.*Works as Event Consultant for Greater Minneapolis Crisis Nursery's largest fundraising events: Formula for Hope & Harvesting Hope*Works as Event Consultant for East Side Neighborhood Services on their fundraising events: NordEast BrewFest and Night at the Nic*Worked closely with the Director of Development at YouthLink on various events such as the Night of Hope: Executive SleepOut, Donor Recognition, and Food Truck Battle*Has worked with other non-profit organizations such as St. Stephen's Human Services, MN Academy of Science, Hammer Residences, & Reach for Resources in their fundraising events•Solicits donations and sponsorships from various Twin Cities companies for specific event needs•Develops volunteer roles and supports the recruitment and training of the volunteers•Supports media relations including website, social media and e-Newsletter development

• Planned and executed all food, beverage, and venue details for events at the Nicollet Island Pavilion• Coordinated and customized all beverage services for social, corporate, and non-profit organizations at the James J. Hill Library• Secured Mintahoe as the preferred catering & beverage service for AgriBank• Managed budgets, tracked and processed payments for clients based on their events.

Bloomington, Mn

• Managed all logistics of events including floor plans, audio visual, and food and beverage for over 17,000 square feet of banquet space and capacities up to 500.• Managed relationships with outside vendors and staff and acts as liaison between vendors and clients to ensure successful events. • Continually created new and unique ideas for up-selling opportunities, which in turn increases profit margins by 10% for each social event.• Worked on a daily basis with meeting and event planners to execute successful events while assisting them with food, beverage, and audio visual selections that effectively fit their individual budget needs.

• Developed relationships with commercial customers providing them with information and recommendations and solutions concerning their energy utilization issues.• Worked in the public relations department to create ongoing relationships with local charities and volunteers though community events such as golf tournaments, drives, and theme days.• Proactively contacted customers via telephone, e-mail and other mediums to generate revenue and sales while researching, analyzing, and providing solutions for customer needs.

• Responsible for the recruitment of new members to the organization through the use of information sessions, interviews, and social events.• Increased membership by 25% in first year of term. • Focused on maintaining existing member base as well as attracting new members through effective communication collaboration with the organizations founding members.