Promoted to a senior management position after serving as a producer and project manager at this award-winning event management firm. Event roster is a dynamic mix of non-profit galas, conferences, corporate launches, awards ceremonies, culinary tours, and weddings. Our signature event is the James Beard Awards, where I spearhead scripting and onstage production for the ceremony. I lead projects such as the James Beard Foundation Food Conference and Leadership Awards and Freedom Institute's… Show more Promoted to a senior management position after serving as a producer and project manager at this award-winning event management firm. Event roster is a dynamic mix of non-profit galas, conferences, corporate launches, awards ceremonies, culinary tours, and weddings. Our signature event is the James Beard Awards, where I spearhead scripting and onstage production for the ceremony. I lead projects such as the James Beard Foundation Food Conference and Leadership Awards and Freedom Institute's Spring Gala. I manage 10 satellite teams across the country to produce JBF’s Taste America tour, which includes benefit dinners in 20 cities throughout the year. I play a key role in developing start-up events, including a new event for the Art Students League of NY and the United Nations Global Compact. I have 6 direct reports, manage an extensive network of 20-30 freelance professionals and vendors, and often coordinate 10-20 individuals while working with a client's trustees, staff, and consultants. Event galleries and more at bowenandco.com. Show less

Experienced in all aspects of event planning from big-picture concepts and success strategies, to managing timelines, budgets, vendors, designers, show-flow, scripting, fundraising campaigns, and onsite execution. Excelled at account management, fundraising, and production, as well as copy-writing. Led successful fundraising galas for National Academy Museum & School, Museum for African Art, and Aid to Artisans, increasing revenues and attendance while guiding voluntary leadership. Recognized… Show more Experienced in all aspects of event planning from big-picture concepts and success strategies, to managing timelines, budgets, vendors, designers, show-flow, scripting, fundraising campaigns, and onsite execution. Excelled at account management, fundraising, and production, as well as copy-writing. Led successful fundraising galas for National Academy Museum & School, Museum for African Art, and Aid to Artisans, increasing revenues and attendance while guiding voluntary leadership. Recognized for positive impacts on the James Beard Awards show, creating fresh scripting, faster-paced show flow, assisting in video editing, and adding new entertainment elements. Collaborated with and/or managed 20-30 freelance specialists in areas of culinary production, graphic design, florals, sponsorship, video and technical production, and web programming. Managed a thriving intern program, mentoring 4-5 aspiring event professionals throughout the year. Show less

Author of the scripts for the annual James Beard Awards, the Oscars of the food industry. I have created material for a wide variety of hosts and presenters including Oliver Platt, Alton Brown, Tom Colicchio, Jacques Pepin, Martha Stewart, Mo Rocca, Emeril Lagasse, Mario Batali, Carla Hall, Debi Mazar, Andrew Zimmern, Ted Allen, and more. Other scripts include JBF's annual Book, Broadcast & Journalism Awards and Leadership Awards, with tribute video narrations honoring visionaries in food… Show more Author of the scripts for the annual James Beard Awards, the Oscars of the food industry. I have created material for a wide variety of hosts and presenters including Oliver Platt, Alton Brown, Tom Colicchio, Jacques Pepin, Martha Stewart, Mo Rocca, Emeril Lagasse, Mario Batali, Carla Hall, Debi Mazar, Andrew Zimmern, Ted Allen, and more. Other scripts include JBF's annual Book, Broadcast & Journalism Awards and Leadership Awards, with tribute video narrations honoring visionaries in food safety, health, and sustainability like Michael Pollan, Marion Nestle, and Wendell Berry. Each script begins with research to master the voices of guest speakers and ensure it stays fresh from year to year. I enjoy fast-paced dialogue and efficient speeches. I create all of the stage directions for a smooth flow, and each script has a story to tell. Show less

Created copy for silent auction collaterals--online and print catalogue--for the annual High Standards Spring Gala. Playwrights Horizons is a writers' theater, dedicated to American playwrights. lyricists, and composers. I was hired to inject humor and meaning into the auction lot descriptions and titles, enticing readers to stay and to bid, ultimately raising more money for the organization.

Managed silent auction--solicitation, procurement, catalogue production, copywriting, and day-of-event--as well as journal ad sales campaign for the Oscar Hammerstein Award Gala. A key contribution was working closely with Gala Co-Chairs to guide them on building and soliciting auction packages, as well as tracking all donation details, setting bid prices and increments, and communicating with donors.

Directed and choreographed over 15 productions for this acclaimed youth theater. Supervised 4-5 staff members to coordinate production logistics and scheduling, served as primary producer liaison, and planned a Spring Fundraising Gala and Performance. RFKT has since commissioned me to create several original musicals, which have premiered at the Tarrytown Music Hall in Tarrytown, NY and gone on to subsequent productions in the U.S. and Japan. I manage the project, which is a collaboration… Show more Directed and choreographed over 15 productions for this acclaimed youth theater. Supervised 4-5 staff members to coordinate production logistics and scheduling, served as primary producer liaison, and planned a Spring Fundraising Gala and Performance. RFKT has since commissioned me to create several original musicals, which have premiered at the Tarrytown Music Hall in Tarrytown, NY and gone on to subsequent productions in the U.S. and Japan. I manage the project, which is a collaboration between the 3 writers and 3 producers and educators from RFKT. Show less

Consistently surpassed targets while raising funds from the corporate sector in support of this prestigious Off Broadway theater company. Gained valuable experience in prospect research, proposal writing, donor cultivation, and working in partnership with distinguished Board members and volunteer leadership. I came to the organization following a year-long residency, where I was mentored by Director of Development Jill Garland. I developed a passion for special events while working on PH's… Show more Consistently surpassed targets while raising funds from the corporate sector in support of this prestigious Off Broadway theater company. Gained valuable experience in prospect research, proposal writing, donor cultivation, and working in partnership with distinguished Board members and volunteer leadership. I came to the organization following a year-long residency, where I was mentored by Director of Development Jill Garland. I developed a passion for special events while working on PH's dynamic lineup of annual fundraising and cultivation events, including the "High Standards" fundraising gala and silent auction, “Stories on Five Stories” targeting younger patrons with an interactive event experience, and an annual corporate breakfast featuring high-profile speakers such as Robert E. Rubin, Larry Summers, and Madeleine Albright. Show less

Assisted with preparations for annual Toy Fair at Jacob Javits Center and other special events.

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