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South Barrington, Il, Us

Las Vegas, Nv, Us

Las Vegas, Nv, Us

Responsible for leading and overseeing all tradeshow operations activities for AmericasMart Markets and Events, LIGHTFAIR International Trade Show and Conference, and all other future tradeshows created or obtained.

Atlanta, Ga, Us

As Manager of AmericasMart’s Market Special Events, educational programs, open daily program and market services. Manages all aspects of the design and implementation of the following markets: The Atlanta International Gift & Home Furnishings Market® (2x annually)The Atlanta International Area Rug Market® (2x annually)Atlanta Spring Gift & Home Furnishings MarketAtlanta Fall Gift/Home & Gourmet MarketsAtlanta Apparel (6x annually) Successfully manage1.5 million budget for all Market events, talent and seminars assigned to reduce event expenses by 50% and maximize budget for new initiatives-Strategize, conceptualize, design and implementation of special events, educational programs, Open Daily/Market Wednesday promotions and market services for all Markets assigned, as part of an integrated marketing campaignsWithin 11 months successfully streamlined and implemented event processes that align with market strategy-Oversee and manages large initiatives and branding opportunities such as Portman Blvd. Summer Patio-Conduct research and recommend appropriate speakers, target groups, sponsors, entertainment, etc. based on the market strategy-Negotiate and contract all elements of the market planning as needed.-Manage all aspects of speakers and entertainment as well as travel and lodging and all event-related logistics-Prepare market documents to share with and communicate with partner departments for the full understanding of the event goal, time, place, specific deliverables, etc.-Keep the market event information updated on the company’s website-Develop creative for house ads, signage, e-mails and other event-related material, based on approved market events to support the promotion of all events-Work with other marketing departments to build comprehensive programs to support market initiatives and maximize brand exposure within budget-Currently oversee and manages the event team, assign projects and daily tasks as projects they arise

Atlanta, Georgia, Us

Project manager of corporate events from conception to execution for internal clients including: TNT, TBS, truTV, Turner Classic Movies, CNN, Cartoon Network and Turner Sports. Independently manages all components of events. Works closely with vendors and establishes strong relationships with internal clients. - Execute all event planning phases including: contract negotiation, guest registration, event communications, branding, and premium selection.Handle site selection, hotel accommodations, ground transportation, event design and food & beverage management-Manage Talent logistics at NBA All Star Weekend, Turner Classic Movies and NCAA Final Four-Manage executive level hospitality programs and Talent needs at high profile events-Support numerous types of events including: consumer cruise and festivals, movie screenings, media junkets, promotional tours, seminars, executive retreats and live show tapings, and maker fairs. -Manage vendors to ensure accurate and on time delivery for events.-Proficiency in budget forecasting and administration.

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Supported the production management staff in all areas of logistics relating to sports telecasts. This included: coordinating with production managers in preparing logistical, financial, and operational plans for Turner Sports; organizing and maintaining files pertaining to shows assigned; reconciling and coding invoices as directed by specific production manager; communicating with freelance staff regarding logistical arrangements for assigned telecast; and assisting with booking air travel, ground transportation, & accommodations. -Coordinated all studio & Turner Sports operation catering needs-overseeing vendors and related invoices in accordance with budget constraints for TNT, TBS and NBATV. -Hired and scheduled all production runners for live studio shows; provided on-site support during studio based telecasts; and scheduled all requested pre and post production facility and manpower needs either through Turner Studios, Studio Logistics or outside production houses. -Assisted in the coding of invoices as well as tracking expenditures through the production department tracking budget reports. Assisted in maintaining and inputting data into excel reports to assist Director of Operations and Production Managers in tracking event budgets. -Assisted production and talent management in special projects such as: T-Mobile Charles Barkley Commercial shoot with President Obama and Marv Albert Feature, Yuta Tabuse Japan Feature and other in house promo shoots with the VP of Turner Sports Production. -Daily office contact for Marketing, PR, Sales, Producers, Directors and Talent working at remote sites. Also, served as on-site Operations contact for live events when needed. Assistant to the Coordinator Director and Producer for Turner Sports Studio shows. -Liaison for team partners; organized team promos, premiums, equipment sharing, and facility coordination with events. Worked with other regions regarding sharing elements, equipment and personnel.

Coordinated assigned Remote Live events responsibilities included: communicating with mobile truck vendors, crewers, facilities, broadcast partners and production personnel. Previously coordinated 124 Live Remote events for Atlanta Hawks, SEC Men’s and Women’s Basketball, SEC Soccer and Volleyball, ACC Championships. Liaison with team partners; Organizes team promos, premiums, equipment sharing, and facility coordination with events. Work with other regions regarding sharing elements, equipment and personnel. -Responsible for renting equipment if needed for events. -Created and distributed Production Information Books for every remote event; production books contains all relevant operations information including truck, crew and production team contacts, technical requirements and facility information. -Served as on-site daily office contact for Producers, Directors and Talent working at remote sites. Also, serves as on-site Operations contact for live events when needed.-Assisted in the coding of invoices and internal timesheets, as well as tracking expenditures through the production department tracking budget reports. Help maintain and input data into excel reports documents to assist Director of Operations in tracking event budgets. -Booked travel for assigned events according to each traveler’s needs and budget allowances.

Bristol, Ct, Us

Freelance traveling runner/production assistant for NASCAR

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Freelance traveling runner/production assistant for NASCAR and NBA