Co-create and oversee the design concepts, production, and installment of custom build work while representing the overall client vision for full renovations.Work directly with client, contractors, architects, and interior designers to provide seamless results through open communication and project management.Manage client project plans from inception to completion, hire sub-contractors, and oversee final installations of projects while tracking timelines.

Worked closely with project manager and rest of production team responsible for attending and recording off-site client meetings in preparation for national pharmaceutical conference in Las Vegas.Responsible for on-site event management of VIP schedules, slide decks and updated speeches for client presentation content.

Developed, managed, and organized the planning of budgets, logistics, and oversight of all aspects of home remodeling and real estate projects from inception to completion. Scheduled contractors, processed payments, and managed change orders. Developed design concepts for remodel properties.

Prior to the company unexpectedly relocating, I was responsible for the development and implementation of all marketing collateral, as well as, promoting and managing Bridal shows, open houses, events, online advertising and venue marketing and online properties.

With an extensive background in the hospitality industry, I came to the National Association for Catering and Events (NACE) many years after running my own start-up catering business which had ignited my initial interest at the local level, way back when. Having managed many "pots on the stove” I was responsible for the overall communications and strategic implementation of the marketing plan to enhance the association's brand and image both externally and to it's members. I was also a featured contributor to two leading industry resources; Wedding Planner Magazine and Catersource Magazine.Key duties included: email marketing campaigns, partner and sponsor deliverables, media and public relations, event management, social media expansion, website maintenance, strategic development and execution, on-site events including industry trade shows and the 'Experience! Conference and Expo'. https://www.pinterest.com/nacenational/experience-2015/

Lead Event Manager overseeing all volunteers in support of the annual 'Taste of the Nation' culinary event including: logistics for silent auction, event registration, managing the raffle, assembly/distribution of swag bags, after-party logistics, operations, culinary details, set-up/tear-down, and facility logistics.

Provided marketing expertise, representation, event knowledge, and business development for start-up inspirational art retail licensing business in the Gift Market industry. Responsible for generating and following-up with sales leads, negotiating legal contracts, creating and implementing marketing strategies, managing and attending tradeshows and industry events, maintaining website and social media, developing outstanding relationships with retailers and wholesalers, all while meeting precise deadline schedules.

Responsible for the college's overall internal & external communications, promotion and advertising campaigns, media and public relations, event management, use of social networking tools, website maintenance, strategic development, and successful implementation of marketing plan to enhance college's brand and image, as well as, promote four on-campus Restaurants, Pastry Shop, retail Bookstore, and Non-degree curriculumKEY Accomplishments:Seamlessly orchestrated and managed various high profile, live hospitality and industry events including: - Pennsylvania International Festival of the Arts (PIFA) host for Master French Chefs VIP reception - The “Dessert Buffet” benefiting Susan G Komen & Les Dames d'Escoffier Scholarship fund - S. Pellegrino "Almost Famous Chef" national student culinary competition and regional host - Food Network Challenge "Monster Bug" TV shoot - The Food & Wine Festival with Philadelphia Magazine (Philly/Atlantic City) - Philly Cooks! annual culinary competition in conjunction with Philadelphia Magazine - Cuisine, Culture, and Community: A One-Day Culinary Symposium by Les Dames d’Escoffier - "Let Them Eat Cake" & "The Chocolate Competition" contests with celebrity chef judges and media support - "LOVE Philadelphia Big Cake" national convention Successfully managed all media, public relations, news, online publications, and other social media tools: - Directed the "Creative Campus" video shoot with WHYY productions - Organized The Chef’s Kitchen TV shoots with Pastry Chef including winning "Top 10 for Extended Viewership" - Managed, designed and supervised two on-campus commercial shoots in collaboration with WPHL-17 networkProfessional media and talent liaison for graduation events with guest keynote speakers like: Chef/Restaurateur Jose Garces (The Next Iron Chef/Iron Chef America), Chef Eric Ripert (Le Bernadin, 10 Arts of The Ritz Carlton, Avec Eric), & Chef George Perrier (Le Bec Fin),

Managed annual schedule of 50+ industry tradeshows through event registration, creation of F&B packages, RFPs, Marketing Communication (Marcom) briefs for Sales department, booth set-ups, attendee scheduling, and travel arrangements. Attended various events as needed.Developed and executed all VIP networking, Advisory Council, and Executive events including: customer promotions, registration management, on-site managment, concierge services, client relations, contract negotiations, F&B and A/V coordination for annual 1800+ persons annual User Conferences in Las Vegas and New Orleans. Discovered new market segments and trends while enhancing corporate branding through tradeshow attendance and market research.

Developed start-up Catering/Events company specializing in pharmaceutical events for the Philadelphia/Tri-State area for unique clients.Established and executed all aspects of business including budget and contract negotiations, venue and menu selections, on-site management, direct marketing, project timelines and invoice processing.