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London, Ontario, Canada

• Plan and implement fundraising events with third-party organizers.• Solicit corporate sponsorships and set up matching gift donations to reach financial targets.• Strategize with event committee members to manage the budget and synchronize volunteer efforts to boost funding initiatives.• Drive the success of peer-to-peer fundraising through best practices and communication to increase engagement and event revenue.• Carve out critical paths, timelines, and checklists for events… Show more • Plan and implement fundraising events with third-party organizers.• Solicit corporate sponsorships and set up matching gift donations to reach financial targets.• Strategize with event committee members to manage the budget and synchronize volunteer efforts to boost funding initiatives.• Drive the success of peer-to-peer fundraising through best practices and communication to increase engagement and event revenue.• Carve out critical paths, timelines, and checklists for events and ensure deadlines are met.• Maintain accurate donor databases to track donations and engage with donors. Show less

London, Ontario

• Managed administrative logistics of events planning, event booking, and event promotions.• Developed creative themes for events and created related activities to engage attendees.• Created detailed timelines and budgets for events to meet all deadlines.• Supported the Chair of the Board by developing status reports on activities related to planning, scheduling, resourcing, and risk mitigation for various events during London Music Week.• Trained and supervised 30+ event and… Show more • Managed administrative logistics of events planning, event booking, and event promotions.• Developed creative themes for events and created related activities to engage attendees.• Created detailed timelines and budgets for events to meet all deadlines.• Supported the Chair of the Board by developing status reports on activities related to planning, scheduling, resourcing, and risk mitigation for various events during London Music Week.• Trained and supervised 30+ event and production staff.• Negotiated contracts with venues, catering, artists' management, and rental of additional stage and production equipment to obtain the best rates and services.• Attendance at this event ranged from 1,500 to 1,900. Show less

London, Canada Area

• Managed administrative logistics of events planning, event booking, and event promotions.• Created brand messaging, collateral materials, fundraising events, promotional strategies, and volunteer cultivation.• Boosted brand awareness and generated funds while managing marketing campaigns.• Oversaw preparation and management of budgets to deliver at or below projected costs.• Researched trends to stay updated with new ideas and implemented marketing strategies to stay relevant… Show more • Managed administrative logistics of events planning, event booking, and event promotions.• Created brand messaging, collateral materials, fundraising events, promotional strategies, and volunteer cultivation.• Boosted brand awareness and generated funds while managing marketing campaigns.• Oversaw preparation and management of budgets to deliver at or below projected costs.• Researched trends to stay updated with new ideas and implemented marketing strategies to stay relevant during the pandemic.• Devised marketing plans using digital strategies, print advertising, and word-of-mouth tactics. Show less

London, Ontario

• Digital Soap Box presenter of inspiring individuals and organizations in our community• Address small and large audiences with confidence and professionalism; selected to be Master of Ceremonies at fundraising events and large public events (New Year’s Eve in Victoria Park)• Producer and host of “Giving Back”, researching and booking guests, creating scripts as well as other on and off-camera duties as assigned

• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to generate dynamic marketing content and communication tools for product launches and events.• Maintained inventory of marketing literature, promotional items, and trade show assets.• Coordinated with the creative team to generate dynamic marketing content and communication tools for promotional campaigns.• Boosted brand awareness and generated leads while managing internal and external marketing campaigns and programs.

London, Canada Area

• Developed creative strategic plans that integrated with existing marketing strategies to fill the funding gap within the organization. • Skillfully managed multiple priorities at once; including social media and event planning.• Built the e-commerce site on Squarespace and Shopify to facilitate online purchases and fulfilled

London, Canada Area

• Customized communication plans and built toolkits to effectively leverage partnerships and programs.• Managed consistent design theme, look, and content of the organization's online presence.• Maintained positive relationships with external marketing and PR teams, optimizing value with a collaborative approach.• Represented the organization with media outlets and the public, conveying consistent messages to support objectives and positively spin current events.• Orchestrated… Show more • Customized communication plans and built toolkits to effectively leverage partnerships and programs.• Managed consistent design theme, look, and content of the organization's online presence.• Maintained positive relationships with external marketing and PR teams, optimizing value with a collaborative approach.• Represented the organization with media outlets and the public, conveying consistent messages to support objectives and positively spin current events.• Orchestrated press releases to create a compelling story and keep the support of the community regarding the changes to Orchestra London, when the former members regrouped as “We Play On” under the London Arts Council• Coordinated several events for both councils on a local level (Heritage Fair and Roundtable Symposiums) and collaborated with national initiatives to bring events to our community (Culture Days and Doors Open London) scoring record participation and landing in the Top 3 nationally, next to cities like Hamilton, Halifax and Mississauga in 2015 and 2016. Show less

London, Ontario

• Created and coordinated incentive promotions for the nationwide sales team.• Curated National Conferences and events for sales representatives.• Compiled and analyzed data to determine approaches to improve sales and performance.• Enhanced profitability by developing pipelines utilizing marketing and sales strategies.• Collaborated cross-functionally with headquarters, regional, and other teams nationally to maintain consistent message and experience.

• Developed metrics and measured success to further penetrate the marketplace.• Coordinated with the creative team to generate dynamic marketing content and communication tools for promotional campaigns.• Implemented new innovative streams of revenue by creating out-of-the-box, revenue-generating events (Bridal Expo & Health & Fitness Expo), opening new avenues of profits.• Collaborating with high-profile events on marketing and strategy concepts, securing entertainment… Show more • Developed metrics and measured success to further penetrate the marketplace.• Coordinated with the creative team to generate dynamic marketing content and communication tools for promotional campaigns.• Implemented new innovative streams of revenue by creating out-of-the-box, revenue-generating events (Bridal Expo & Health & Fitness Expo), opening new avenues of profits.• Collaborating with high-profile events on marketing and strategy concepts, securing entertainment, sponsorships, and event execution. Show less

• Created artwork for print advertising ensuring that all Motorola Canada and Telus Mobility advertising guidelines were met as well as purchased advertising through various media• Generated sales reports and present numbers to General Sales Manager• Coordinated events and trade shows, including setup and scheduling

• Represented a non-profit organization with community projects; maintained great relationships within the community and the media• Coordinated special events to promote public awareness of the OYT mission statement• Created and organized various fundraising events

• Executed all aspects of promotion from the street level to television and print• Connected street level event marketing campaign to National Marketing Campaign• Developed creative press releases for new cosmetic product launches and sampling events