Kate Clegg Email & Phone Number

Toronto, On, Ca

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Event Design & Management for a two day virtual event celebrating the community and professional impact of the Brain Builders - a cohort of mental health professionals focused on building community programs on behalf of CCSA. I reviewed and provided feedback on event design concepts, agenda, event flow and community engagement. Planned and managed event components and vendors including all live, pre-recorded content, Q&A, surveys & polls working closely with the project owners, audio visual vendors and design agency.I provided direction and support on the Programming and Speaker Management for the event as well as the development of the budget, sourcing RFPs and vendor management.

Toronto, On

With Not 9 to 5 I managed the development of an online learning program directed towards supporting the Hospitality and Food & Beverage industries with education and training in mental health and substance use support skills. I worked closely with the Principals to secure independent contractors: designers, illustrators, learning specialists, videography and mental health professionals.I assisted with the management and advised on the delivery of content for the online tool, printed guidebook and webinars along with the development and execution of four webinars associated with the program.

Toronto, Canada Area

I was challenged to re-build the annual fundraising gala with a target of $700K in revenue in March 2020. Due to Covid-19 I successfully managed the cancellation of the gala two weeks prior to the event including vendor negotiations and donor relations resulting in a cash neutral position for the Symphony.I assisted with the successful launch of virtual programs and performances in April for sponsors, donors and staff. I was also responsible for the development and execution of an additional 50+ fundraising and community building events for the 2019/2020 season

Toronto, Canada Area

As part of the leadership team at Norm Li, I ensure the successful and timely operations of financial processes, strategy creation and implementation.I’m responsible for the management of budgeting, forecasting, account reconciliation and profit and loss reporting. I oversee all accounting activities related to revenue/income auditing, accounts payable processing, collections and accounts receivable, tax compliance and payroll.

Toronto, Canada Area

Ensure everyday activities of the company run smoothly, under the direction of the Principal. Contribute to the review, development, and implementation of organizational strategies, policies, and practices. Major Responsibilities:• Oversee Finance Operations, Human Resources and Project Management Team• Improved operational systems, processes and policies in support of organizations mission – management reporting, information flow, business process, and organizational planning• Played a significant role in long-term planning, including an initiative geared toward operational excellence

Toronto, Canada Area

I managed the event logistics (production, food & beverage, volunteers) for a three day conference for over 250 social innovation practitioners and leaders to share, discuss, design and ignite a new network of change-makers from across Canada.Co-hosted by CSI (Centre for Social Innovation)

Toronto, Canada Area

I managed all event planning functions for internal meetings and special events. Logistics included initial budgeting and reporting, venue selection, review and approval of vendor contracts, catering arrangements/menu selection, entertainment, décor and guest room requirements. I also managed all onsite logistics for assigned programs including vendor management (Audio Visual, Food & Beverage, Décor, Entertainment), ground transportation arrangements, online/onsite registration systems and client engagement.

Toronto, Canada Area

Toronto, Canada Area

From 2011-2014 the Toronto Underground Market hosted monthly social food events and festivals - 35 food & beverage vendors and 2500 guests per month. As Partner at the Toronto Underground Market my key responsibilities included the strategic execution and management of all functional areas of the business. I worked collaboratively on all event specific logistics as well as the management of the overall operations for the business.Highlights:Fostering home chefs, small food businesses and entrepreneurs through the 'food event' process - 35 different vendors a monthStreet Food Block Party - a collaboration with Food Truck Eats hosting 3000+ hungry guests Field Trip - food vendor curation and partnership for the inaugural music festival held at Fort York

Toronto, Canada Area

I worked as an independent event planner for clients such as Deloitte, Hotfusion, SAP & MobileIron. One of the highlights of this experience was planning a multi city bus tour for the launch of one of SAP's new product lines.

Toronto, Canada Area

Vancouver, Canada Area

I coordinated event operations for the Professional Association for SQL Server (PASS) Summit - a Microsoft user group annual conference (2,500 attendees) – working closely with production and registration teams, conference venues and hotels. One of my favourite projects was managing the event logistics for five Microsoft user group launch events throughout the USA - DC, New York, Minneapolis, Detroit and Silicon Valley.

I was responsible for the successful management of stewardship and sponsorship events from inception to completion. I also worked closely with stakeholders to ensure timely implementation of recognition and stewardship activities. I managed budgeting, production and promotional activities for internal events along with assisting the sponsorship team in generating new prospects and supporting existing relationships.I worked closely with sponsors, donor groups, departmental groups, and suppliers in this position.

Toronto, Canada Area

I was responsible for the administration of event production for sponsor hosted events: venue communication, management of suppliers, ticketing and attendance at managed events. I managed all communication with external partners (catering, production, entertainment, communications) regarding event operations for fundraising events, recognition events, members’ lounge, marketing and promotional events.I was the lead liaison with the venue – developing and maintaining strong relationships with Roy Thomson Hall management and staff.