Jen Barnett Email & Phone Number

Phoenix, Az, Us

▪ Lead a team that serves as liaisons between the NCAA and local stakeholders. Primary responsibilities include,− Partnering with local stakeholders to ensure alignment regarding the public safety playbook associated with the weekend’s events including discussions with the municipalities regarding street closures and parking− Organizing and facilitating public safety training− Credentialling and overseeing stadium operations and securing teams’ practice facilities, lodging, and transportation− Acquiring the necessary permits for the various venues and street functions− Collaborating with the representatives from the local airports to ensure proper capacity for the uptick in commercial and private flights ▪ Reconvene with local officials and municipalities to reestablish the necessary protective measures as outlined and executed during the Super Bowl. Establish a consistent meeting cadence to ensure objective alignment and execution of all required tasks. − Serve as the primary point of contact for the Deputy City Managers and Department Leads▪ Deliver status updates during monthly in-person meetings with senior executives from the NCAA.

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▪ Provided daily leadership and strategic guidance to four direct reports that assisted with managing all operational activities associated with Super Bowl LVII.▪ Served as the liaison between the NFL (National Football League) and local stakeholders as it pertained to,− Managing stadium operations (State Farm Stadium, capacity +70k for the Super Bowl) − Securing team practice facilities (Arizona Cardinals and Arizona State University facilities)− Preparing aviation teams for the surplus of commercial and private flights − Public safety planning and training ▪ Oversaw a multi-million-dollar budget, allocating funds to cover expenses associated with lodging, stadium costs, parking, labor, and deposits for facility usage.▪ Led meetings with local government officials and the municipalities and covered various topics including efficient traffic flow, street closures, and communication to residents regarding any changes during the week of the Super Bowl.▪ Scheduled preliminary meetings with local law enforcement and emergency personnel (Police Department, Fire Department, FBI, Paramedics, etc.) to review safety protocols and ensure adequate coverage at all major events.− Served as the primary POC for drone mitigation, team security, event security, intel, and the FAA

San Francisco, California, Us

Partnered with Thumbtack to develop the strategy and plan for their inaugural Camp Thumbtack - a new, multi-day event for all Thumbtackers working in North America.▪ Key deliverables included, − Coordinating the first ever, employee retreat (for 800+ associates) which included creating the budget and assisting with the planning of all events− Assisted with recruiting and hiring the Head of Employee Events− Led the bid and selection process, including the drafting of the RFP, for an event production company

San Francisco, California, Us

Consistently earned promotions into roles of increased scope and responsibility. (Sr. Manager, Workplace Experience; Manager, Workplace Experience; Event Manager) ▪ As senior manager led teams in multiple locations (25 total associates in San Francisco and Salt Lake City) providing direction related to back- / front-office tasks and the logistics associated with company events, staff meals, facility operations, and overall workplace experience.▪ Retained budgetary oversight of a $12 million annual, operating budget.▪ Managed the office relocation process which required entailed the transition of people (+150), equipment, and files.

Park City, Utah, Us

▪ Successfully functioned in various capacities including manager of labs program operations, labs associate manager, labs coordinator, and the Sundance Film Festival special events coordinator. ▪ Set the direction including the development of event plans and budgets associated with travel, lodging, catering, and communication with event attendees.▪ Assisted with planning the special events for the international film festival and soliciting volunteers for support.

Assistant Director – Event Services Dec 2009 – Oct 2012▪ Partnered with executive leadership to assist with annual planning, establish performance targets, and to review service and safety standards.▪ Supervised the department managers for Guest Services, Guest Relations, Suite Services.− The team provided guidance for 400+ associates during events Event Manager Apr 2008 – Dec 2009▪ Managed several notable events including, Phoenix Mercury WNBA Finals and Championship games, NBA All-Star weekend, and all major concerts.▪ Attendance routinely reached maximum capacity (17k).Guest Relations Assistant Manager Aug 2006 – Apr 2008▪ Provided direction for the customer service staff (35 part-time employees) that was responsible for ticket relocations, wheelchair assistance, and all customer related services.

Phoenix, Arizona, Us

▪ Played a key role in the organization exceeding $19.6 million in ticket sales during the 05 – 06 season.▪ Worked in conjunction with internal and external groups to facilitate ticketing needs.▪ Conducted thorough root-cause investigations to resolve ticketing issues.

B.S., Business, Emphasis In Marketing

Event Venue Management