Manages a comprehensive events and donor relations program that engages and advances relations in support of Montana State University and the MSU Alumni Foundation. Responsible for planning, coordination, implementation, tracking, evaluation and follow-up of assigned events that are complex and high profile in nature.

Oversaw the development, implementation, and logistics for a variety of small and large scale events for a fast-paced private ski resort including private member parties, family carnival nights, speaker series, rodeo performances, dinners, and ski events. Partnered with vendors to secure event rentals, coordinate clothing and food retailers, arrange swag products at events, and communicate with entertainment agencies. Directed on-site event production and event clean-up by working with facilities, technology, housekeeping, and other departments. Designed and prepare event materials for event seating, programs, operation plans, and vendor tracking. Accommodated the needs of clients and vendors by arranging lodging, transportation and creating detailed itineraries. Other office duties included managing member services departments, administering bi-monthly payroll for five departments, managing employee housing for 50 employees, serving as a point of reference for 10 departments, handling confidential information with discretion, and processing weekly financial records and event budgets.

Responsible for working with the Board of Directors to help maintain an efficient camp operation and public outreach to better serve Montana families affected by cancer. Coordinated camp events including: state-wide marketing, venue arrangements, logistics, communications, on-site event management, registration, funding, decorations, meals, volunteers, administrative support, and post-event evaluations. Identified and contacted program and event presenters, partners, participants, and sponsors. Directed on-site camp activities for 15 camp volunteers and 60 family members ranging from ages 3 – 70.

Tasked with directing a staff of nine, along with dozens of volunteers, who oversaw event-coordination and operations, including press releases, logistics, registration, attendee tracking and event strategy and outcomes. Led weekly staff meetings, ensured strong communication, encouraged professional development and team-building. Applied internal and external communication skills to conflict management, team building, delegation, and adaptive skills. Worked with other departments to secure grants and funding. Demonstrated strength in communicating with outside venues, and suppliers. Adept in meeting aggressive deadlines and working in a fast-paced environment.

Organized all aspects of both small and large scale campus events (50-3,500 people) directed at providing leadership training and inspiration to students and community members. Successfully provided the first MSU Leadership Summit which delivered humanitarian and club leadership skills to 130 MSU students. Connected with team members to develop goals and outcomes for a variety of events and lectures by: Jane Goodall, Conrad Anker, Ishmael Beah, Shirin Ebadi and other renowned speakers for audiences of 1,000 people.

Arranged a free barbeque for 1,200 students, encouraged residence hall participation in homecoming through decorating contests, formed a relationship between the community and the campus by hosting a community decorating contest, organized a parade for 50 entries and 1,000 spectators, arranged a campus blood mobile which contributed 75 units to the American Red Cross, raised $2,000 through soliciciations to cover the costs of Homecoming events, hosted a “Hike-the-M-Day.” Directed publicity, on-site event management, event registration tracking, logistics, and communication with volunteers and outside departments to make Montana State University’s Homecoming memorable and successful.