Kristin Kozel Email & Phone Number

Houston, Texas, United States

Event and marketing activation lead to corporate sponsorship partners including: Houston Astros, Houston Ballet, Houston Grand Opera, Houston Symphony and Houston Marathon.Responsible for the execution and measurement of sponsorships that deliver on Houston Methodist brand objectives. Works closely with a variety of internal and external stakeholders to leverage existing sponsorships to their maximum impact and elevate Houston Methodist’s image in the community.

Houston, Tx

Inkbleat's online graphic design studio specializes in a variety of custom designs, including invitations, logo design, corporate branding and hospitality initiatives, stationery and web design. Our goal is to remain affordable with a quick turnaround, while giving you the Southern hospitality our company values. From deep in the heart of Houston, Texas, we support clients from west to east coast and everywhere in between. Give us a bleat - we can't wait to meet you.

Health & Wellness Expo Management- Design appropriate and efficient exhibition hall layout for two-day event that attracts over 57,000 attendees annually- Manage exhibition space sales, including rate management, online application, and exhibitor payments for over 100 exhibitors- Search for appropriate talent and coordinate stage speaker scheduleMarketing- Maintain brand standard documentation for the organization and ensure all appropriate parties are following current guidelines- Work with apparel sponsor to design, produce, distribute and track all event weekend merchandise, including volunteer apparel, Committee and subcommittee apparel, and official event merchandise- Design all organizational branded materials, including but not limited to signage, finisher medals, digital graphics, event weekend maps, participant materials, and special event invitations- Design, produce, distribute and track all event credentialsSponsor Services- Assist with development and implementation of a strategic sponsorship plan, including fulfillment of existing agreements and communication of activation goals between Operations department and sponsors- Manage all industry guest communication, invitations and hospitality over event weekend- Create and distribute post event proof-of-performance reports for sponsors and other relevant partners

Houston, Texas

- Work with committee members, sponsors and vendors to design and implement efficient systems and processes for individual functional areas within the pre- and post-race service area. Ensure that the overall design is efficient and functional for all pedestrian traffic throughout the day.- Host pre- and post-race meetings with volunteer committee chairs to assess needs, distribute information and receive feedback.- Coordinate with various committees, sponsors and vendors to understand and arrange for their needs.- Develop schedule for race week logistics, including production timelines and delivery schedules.- Oversee race week set-up and tear down.- Develop FAQ and placement suggestions for Ask Me Brigade.- Coordinate parking in and around the venue, including parking for volunteers, VIP’s, Media and other constituent groups.- Work with staff and vendors to order, distribute and collect radios for committee members; coordinate radio channel set-up and testing prior to event.- Develop appropriate zone access control methods for all areas of the event.- Design, produce, distribute and track all event credentials.- Design and coordinate all zone access-related security with relevant vendors. Coordinate with other staff and committee members to assess and execute their security-related needs.

Houston, Tx

- Manage Paid Search Accounts with $1.2 million in annual revenue. - Work as team with 60 clients to implement internet marketing strategies to meet their goals.- Manage and track client marketing budgets on a weekly basis to maximize effective use of revenue.- Analyze data to continually refine marketing campaign and consistently improve customer sales and communication.- Relay For Life Team Captain (2012). Coordinated fundraising efforts for company to raise $25,000 for the American Cancer Society, equaling a 47% increase from the prior year.

- Managed revenue budgeting for the North Texas (‘07-‘08) and Texas Gulf Coast (‘08-‘10) areas of $2.2 million, through securing participants for the marathon program and providing fundraising support.- Recruitment, development and managing of 300+ volunteers to be a part of the TNT experience by becoming participants, mentors, captains or coaches, including face to face interaction with volunteers and on-site event management.- Managed group fundraisers for the Texas Gulf Coast region that raised over $15,000 during the 2009 fiscal year and $44,000 during the 2010 fiscal year.- Coordinated group travel and served as on-site liaison for 100+ participants to international events throughout North America and Europe. Successfully managed events in Ireland, California, Florida, Texas and Vancouver- Plan and execute local events such as banquets, marathons, and informational recruitment meetings- Piloted website communication and design for marathon program and volunteers for the North Texas region

- Major event responsibility involved KASE 101 Grant-A-Wish Radiothon and Y100 Radiothon. KASE 101 Radiothon raised $323,108 in 2007- Assisted Special Events Director with details of all chapter and third party fundraising events - Responsible for coordination of volunteers for events and wish granting activities

- Clients include: Scott & White Health Plan, Kinetic Concepts, Inc., Texas Oncology- Assisted in research projects and related meetings- Collection and assessment of competitor ads- Participated in client discussions on print requirements and feedback

- Clients include: Round Rock Convention & Visitors Bureau, Motion Computing, Alden Hotel Houston, Cerilliant Technologies- Conducted research for targeted businesses and clients- Work directly with account supervisors in evaluating media buys for clients