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New York, Ny, Us

Atlanta, Ga, Us

Atlanta, Ga, Us

Atlanta, Ga, Us

Chicago, Illinois, Us

Provide expert guidance to program sponsors and presenters on applicable CLE rules and standards, particularly with respect to overall program content, the substance and format of written materials, presenter qualifications, and any other elements that determine creditworthiness. Prepare and submit required reports to various CLE regulators, including special CLE filings in Illinois and other jurisdictions as needed; respond to regulators’ requests for additional documentation as needed. Coordinate with the Training & Development Committee, relevant Lawyer Training & Professional Development team members, and others on CLE accreditation for firm conferences. Generate reports and statistical data related to both internal and external CLE programming. Oversee maintenance of electronic and hard-copy CLE records in accordance with regulator requirements; conduct periodic audits to ensure completeness and accuracy. Regularly evaluate CLE procedures, processes, and workflow; recommend and implement process improvements as appropriate. Create training aids and manuals for implementation of new processes for junior team members and offsite data entry team.Analyze CLE-related expenditures, including applications, attendance, and renewal fees.  Assist in onboarding new Lawyer Training & Professional Development team members. Supervise CLE Assistant and CLE Intern: assign daily tasks, review work product and provide continuous training and mentoring. Assist the Senior Professional Development Operations Manager and other members of the Lawyer Training & Professional Development team with special projects and initiatives as needed.

Yonkers, Ny, Us

Responsible for the planning and execution of Continuing Legal Education (CLE) seminars, marketing events, conferences, tradeshows, receptions and sponsorships. Arrange all event logistics including, but not limited to, budget management/analysis, site/venue selection, speaker logistics, and vendor/contract negotiations.  Create, design, and produce promotional materials, including email promotions, registration forms, attendee confirmation letters, name badges and signage. Manage invitation process; RSVP tracking and reporting. Assemble course materials in electronic and print format for onsite distribution. Responsible for reconciling and submitting CLE packages to accrediting law schools.  Manage and maintain event/seminar calendar.  Provide high level, confidential administrative support to Senior Vice President and two Vice Presidents of the New York Legal Services team.

New York City, Ny, Us

Coordinated and managed logistics for various events during Diversity and Inclusion Month, including, but not limited to, RSVP tracking, talent setup, and venue preparation. Updated content on NBCU Intranet. Compiled and edited content to be added to weekly newsletter.Organized and Conducted interviews with NBCU executive staff on Diversity Awareness; edited copy to be included on website, diversity blogs & newsletters. Conducted an array of video interviews with NBCU Staff; edited footage & disseminated to corresponding offices. Liaised with various NBCU offices (National and International) to ensure successful launch of Diversity and Inclusion video montage. Provided administrative support to executive communications team.

New York, New York, Us

 Created and implemented a Communications/Media Plan in support of expanding the Firm's visibility in the marketplace via the revamp of the firms website, creation of internal and external electronic communications (E-Newsletter and E-Alerts), and proactive participation in ranking journals.  Responsible for revamping and redesign of Firm’s website including, site design, content management, and new initiatives leading to site enhancement and optimization resulting in site traffic to quadruple in first month.  Managed Firm’s RFP/RFI process, including generate and develop proposal responses, strong interaction with participating attorneys in obtaining RFP-related data.  Developed, produced, and updated business development material, including practice descriptions, attorney biographies and representative engagement lists. Coordinated and managed logistics for tradeshows, seminars, sponsorships, and conferences, including registration, setup, preparation of presentation materials and giveaways. Maintained and administered content on the Firm’s website.  Drafted and prepared press releases for all new attorneys.

New York, Ny, Us

 Contributed to the implementation of a Communications/Media Plan in support of expanding the visibility of the firm, its practice areas and attorneys via redesign of the Firm’s website and content, creation of internal communications (E-Newsletter), client communications (e-Alerts/Memos), proactive participation in ranking journals and speaking engagements/sponsorships.  Co-managed the design and rollout of firm’s new website including, site design, and content management. Drafted and published bi-weekly internal Firm E-newsletter . Administered and maintained content on the Firm’s website.  Co-produced practice, recruiting and firm brochures as well as other marketing collateral materials. Created business development materials in response to client pitches, RFPs/RFIs and presentations. Coordinated and managed all event logistics, including event budget management/analysis and contract negotiation with vendors, registration and setup, presentation materials, giveaways, client receptions, seminars, and sponsorships. Coordinated logistics for advertising, including preparation and placement of artwork to support sponsorship and other media opportunities. Conducted targeted research to compile briefing books on behalf of attorneys in NY, DC and London.

- Prepared and handled production for direct mail programs, including announcements, newsletters, annual reviews, holiday cards, and other direct mail.- Organized logistics for regional advertising, including preparation and placement of artwork to support sponsorship and other media opportunities.- Coordinated and managed event logistics, including budget management and analysis, contract negotiation with vendors, RSVP tracking, registration and setup for trade shows, seminars, sponsorships and client receptions, preparation of presentation materials and giveaways, travel arrangements, successfully achieved both remotely and on-site.- Updated marketing materials, including practice descriptions, matter/deal lists and attorney biographies.- Generated weekly and monthly reports detailing marketing department's activities and initiatives for NY Marketing Manager, CMO and for inclusion in firm wide internal newsletter.- Scheduled and conducted monthly marketing orientations for new partner, associate, and staff Hires.- Conducted targeted research to compile briefing books, dossiers, profiles, and litigation snapshots, on behalf of attorneys regionally and nationally.- Liaised with staff and oversaw a variety of administrative processes (budget tracking, process vendor invoices, scheduling, and expense reports) on behalf of marketing department.

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 Managed flagship business center in New York while controlling costs, maximizing billable services, decreasing bad debt, mandating facility improvements to retain existing clients and increase new sales volume. Provided high level office support for nearly 200 companies, including hedge funds, law firms, marketing firms, recruiting firms, technology companies and risk management companies. Reviewed, revised, and successfully negotiated contracts with vendors and new clients. Supervised team of employees, prepared and submitted biweekly payroll, and carried out annual staff performance reviews.  Prepared statistical reports for senior management involving center monies and expenditures. Processed monthly offsets of pre-bill, retainer, advances, resolved accounts payable/receivable issues, maintained credit/collection policies, and audit month-end billing revenue for profit or loss.

Master Of Public Administration (M.P.A.), Management & Operations

Bachelor Of Science (Bs), Legal Studies