Laura Porth Email & Phone Number

Tulsa, Ok, Us

-Leads client and department meetings to plan events and collaborate with other internal departments. Responsible for all event reports, timelines, and event related documents.- Manages and oversees multiple events simultaneously. Oversee approximately 50 events each year. - Lead manager of large scale events. Such events include: : 2024 Bassmaster Classic and Outdoors Expo : 2023 NCAA Wrestling Championship and Fan Fest : USA Taekwondo World Championships Team Trials- Guides clients in preparation of events by interpreting and explaining contract provisions, policies and procedures.- Maintain budgets by preparing cost estimates and monitoring final billing.- Provide consistent communication and positive relations with internal departments, clients, City officials and contractors for successful partnerships and retention of events.- Manages team of six full-time Event Services staff as well as contracted personnel- Directs, supervises and schedules all aspects of the department including event coordination and services, event staffing, Manager on Duty schedules and ADA compliance.- Works with Director of Event Services in maintaining overall departmental budget and reaching departmental goals

(Formally Us Quidditch)

Supervise all USQ events at a high level to ensure they are successful experiences for allDevelop onsite staffing strategy for USQ-hosted events and attend most USQ events.Develop and manage event budgetsManage all event department general programs, including tournament director certification and event sanctioning. Directly manage volunteers in the events and gameplay department as needed.EVENTSSupervise the event registration process for teams-Coordinate pre-event update for teams in advance of USQ events.-Arrange and manage hotel contracts for USQ events, including facilitating communication with teams and hoteliers.Manage hospitality and partnerships-Develop strategy and materials for soliciting in-kind donations, monetary donations, and onsite vendors for USQ events in order to increase revenue and enhance the event atmosphere. -Lead the solicitation process for in-kind donations, monetary donations, and on-site vendors for USQ events -Develop VIP guest spectator experience at nationals and regionals.-Develop attendee hospitality plans and procedures for USQ events.Manage logistics-Coordinate general logistical and planning tasks for USQ events, including regional and national championships.-Manage equipment inventory, ordering, and transportation to USQ events.-Coordinate equipment rentals for USQ events.-Maintain setup and teardown plans for USQ events. Manage general day of volunteers for USQ events-Supervise the recruitment, communication, and scheduling process for general day of volunteers at eventsManage the event bidding process-Manage the location bidding process, including publishing the bid manual, bid solicitation, site visits, and site selection.-Cultivate relationships with event bidding partners through regular communication and attendance at conferences.-Serve as primary liaison with city & CVB partners, facility contacts, and other major event partners.

Tulsa, Oklahoma Area

- 15k/5k/2k road race. Annual participation of over 7,000 runners- Oversee all aspects of the race including operations, sponsorship, marketing, merchandise/medal design, equipment ordering, volunteer solicitation, elite athlete recruitment and safety/police planning, and course development- Manage sponsorship development, communication and activation of over 20 companies-Manage race budget

- Support awarded and owned/operated events at the Mohawk Sports Complex and for the Tulsa Sports Commission - Analyze operations and logistics needs to all events - Aid with bid development and manage event budgets - Develop staffing plans to meet event needs - Manage relations between event organizer and venue - Provide customer service to event organizers and their guests- Oversee the Mohawk Sports Complex - Work with the City of Tulsa to manage the 17 field sports complex - Annually host over 30 events including soccer, ultimate frisbee, rugby, and cross country - Partner with the City of Tulsa to develop complex maintenance and management plans - Set up each event per its specific needs, such as soccer goals, rugby pole, signage, trash cans, etc. - Manage complex budget

Tulsa, Oklahoma

Organized, planned and executed multi-million dollar endurance race series for 100,000+ Guests, which included coordinating logistics and serving as Event Manager for award ceremonies and runDisney Kids Races.- Coordinated and executed all aspects of the runDisney Kids Races series :Organized set-up and break-down logistics for each event :Led event operations and manage all challenges prior and during event :Trained, supervised, and provided on-site support for 60 staff and volunteers per event- Developed verbiage for Kids Races and Award Ceremonies to be place in overall event guides- Handled athlete awards procurement including creation, distribution, and budget- Managed award ceremonies for the runDisney race series including preparation and serving as liaison for the Disney Entertainment staff- Provided customer service for high volume of guest communication including 50+ phone inquiries and 300+ e-mail inquiries per week and maintain Guest Relations databases- Created and implemented Public Safety protocol- Designed race courses and produced event CADS

Orlando, Florida Area

- Assisted in event operation for race registration, kids races, and finish line operations- Conducted set up and break down for each race

Syracuse, New York

Assist Operations Manager with execution of events and management of staff-Manage and organize current and incoming inventory-Lead staff production teams in the breakdown of events-Assist in preparation and implementation of a variety of events-Exhibitor Manager at W.I.S.E Conference - Assisted exhibitors checked in and set up - Managed over 100 exhibitors during conference hours

Syracuse, Ny

Took part in all changeovers of the multi-purpose Carrier Dome for athletic and special events. - Assisted in set up and break down of football, basketball, volleyball, and lacrosse games at the Carrier Dome- Supported the facility operations staff in game operations and special events

Falk College, Syracuse University

NASCAR. Kinetics: Marketing in Motion - advisor/mentorSU- WISE Symposium Logistics Chair

Myrtle Beach, Sc

Responsible for obtaining new events for the City of Myrtle Beach and coordinating all elements of operations for sporting events held in the City.-Assisted in coordinating USATF Youth Outdoor T&F National Championship, World Youth T&F Trials, and USATF National Junior Olympic Cross Country Championship : Scheduled and supervised over 120 staff and volunteers to ensure a well-run meet : Resolved all problems during event as facility director : Served on customer relations and crisis management team : Facilitated all set up and breakdown of course from start to finish : Planned facility layout and communicated updated layouts with all involved parties- Managed relations between the City and event directors, ensured contract and financial responsibilities were met - Controlled Doug Shaw Memorial Stadium inventory and facility refurbishing- Maintained Sport Tourism’s event database: event history, economic impact, and future events- Led the creation and implementation of the first annual Myrtle Beach Lacrosse Challenge, a two day lacrosse tournament with a field of over 20 teams : Produced and managed budget for tournament expenses : Created and collected tournament materials such as registration forms, team waivers, schedules, and website

- Edited and logged highlight clips from over a 100 live broadcasts;- Camera operation for 100 live broadcast, streamed live on the Big South Network- Lighting technician- Replay systems for live broadcast on video board at CCU Football games -Advanced in set up and break down of a 3 man camera and replay broadcast system

Proficient in set up and break down of 8 Division-1 sporting eventsSpecial guest, opposing team, and official's liaison for 8 Division-1 sporting event Crucial to planning and implementing special events, such as CCU Hoopla and Cino Rally

-Conducted three case studies on NASCAR and its affiliates-Implemented and hosted NASCAR viewing parties-Networked with local businesses-Collaborated with team members

-Lead general tournament preparation, set-up, and breakdown-Monitored $75,000 worth of equipment inventory (maintenance and replenishment)-Interacted and coordinated volunteers, coaches, parents, and players

-Assisting in tournament implementation-Calculated and computed tournament scores-Customer service representative-Formalized floor plans and set up-Cataloged and replenishment of inventory

Master'S Degree, Sport Venue And Event Management

Bachelor Of Science, Recreation And Sport Management, International Relations