Jodi Buresh, Cfe Email & Phone Number

Remote

Saffire is a SaaS website and ticketing software company focusing on the event, venue and destination markets. Saffire has created the only integrated website and ticketing software platform in the industry. • Sell directly to the event, venue, and destination markets (primarily fairgrounds, rodeos, event centers, farm shows, travel and tourism industries)• Build long lasting relationships with clients whom we treat like family• Responsible for prospecting, analyzing, strategizing, and securing accounts to over $2,000,000 in annual new revenueExtensive experience in analytical strategy and market trends to assist the customer in a successful performance outcome by • Coordinate online and in person visits with clients and prospects• Work directly with the development team to add needed features to the roadmap• Prepare and present multiple presentations and webinars on how to increase event sales using digital tools at approximately 17 – 20 industry related conventions per calendar year. • Extensive proposal writing experience specific to each individual clients’ needs

West Fargo, North Dakota, United States

The Red River Valley Fair is a year-round event facility with over 10 FTE, 200 PTE and 50 volunteer board members that produces major events including the annual Fair and Big Iron Farm Show. • Served as the Executive Team Leader for three department managers. Met regularly and guided their weekly/monthly/quarterly plans of action• Successfully created a sponsorship program that increased donations by 300% within 5 years• Extensive contract negotiations and execution including facility rental, entertainment contracts and sponsorship agreements. • Was the ‘face’ of the Big Iron Farm Show and worked directly with the vendors and media to tell the story of Big Iron and the added value the show provides to the growers. • Developed and executed all marketing materials for the RRVFA and Big Iron. • Served as the Brand Manager for the branding of the RRVFA and Big Iron Farm Show. • Provided leadership to the Big Iron Farm Show committee that consisted of many executives in the farm industry. Worked directly with them to ensure a successful event for all agriculturists. • Created and implemented the successful Agricultural Education Center to educate fairgoers on where their food comes from. Utilized the Farm to Fork philosophy. • Managed all aspects of the marketing department including social media, website design, advertising (radio, tv, print) and ecommerce. Worked with local media sources to shift the negativity of the RRVFA to build a family friendly atmosphere that people enjoyed attending. • Responsible for employee annual reviews, promotions, and disciplinary actions.• Responsible for hiring team members and setting annual and quarterly goals

Fargo, North Dakota, United States

* Coordinated annual events at the Chamber of Commerce: Business After Hours; State of the Cities Address; ChamberChoice Awards; Annual Meeting; Chamber Golf Outing; Regional Economic Outlook Forum.

Horace, North Dakota, United States

Served as the Executive Personal Assistant to Doug Burgum. • Managed all livable properties. • Oversaw maintenance schedules for properties and worked directly with contractors. • Team Leader for a group of employees (10-15) on his personal team.• Worked directly with the Microsoft executive team to coordinate business and personal travel schedules. • Established relationships with partners to provide the best quality at the best cost for his properties. • Was available and assisted his family members with various projects• Unable to share many responsibilities due to confidentiality.

Fargo, North Dakota, United States

The NDSU Alumni Center is a 30,000 square foot facility that opened in 1999. The purpose of the Alumni Center was to serve as the home of the NDSU Development Foundation staff and the NDSU Alumni Association Staff. The facility is used as an entertainment venue for various university related events and a private rental facility. • Served as the Director and Team Leader for the employees of the Center. This included reception team, maintenance team and event ambassador team. • Maintained detailed budget for the successful operation of the facility. • Worked directly with partners to provide cost effective and high-quality services to the facility. • Marketed, promoted, and successfully sold the event space to the public to increase revenue and be a self-sustaining profitable facility. • Represented the university and alumni/development foundation at campus and community events.

Fargo, North Dakota, United States

The North Dakota State University Memorial Union is a facility on the campus that has multiple meeting space, on campus dining, the bookstore and professional offices. The Memorial Union is typically used for student organizations to reserve meeting space for their weekly or monthly meetings. The venue is also used for many department meetings for the colleges located on the main campus.• Position was funded partially by the Student Affairs division and the Residential Life divisions• Worked as the Conference Coordinator for two years while reserving space at the Bentson Bunker Fieldhouse and various other locations on the main campus• Was instrumental in researching and implementing the Event Management System software for the Student Union and eventually for the campus wide usage, including the NDSU Alumni Association. • Supervised a team of two FTE and multiple student employees in the Scheduling Office. • Worked directly and closely with the NDSU Catering Department to ensure all catered events were successful• Worked daily and directly with the NDSU President’s office for all meeting related items. • Participated on multiple staff committees and search committees along with national associations to further my professional development.• Began my bachelor’s degree in Facility Management during this time and attended 3-4 classes per calendar year for 9 years straight to receive my degree while working full time.

Bachelors, Facility Management And Business Administration

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