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Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States

Authored a report studying TOD-supportive zoning in the 18 Twin Cities municipalities with high-frequency transit, quantifying how much land within walking distance of high-frequency transit was zoned for TOD, single-family homes only, or other development types. Planned an in-person forum event focused on transit-oriented development and public health, attended by city planners, climate advocates, and planning professionals.

Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States

Working with Zan Associates and a coalition of public agencies and planning agencies to plan the end-of-construction 35W@94 Community Celebration street fair on East Lake Street

Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area

Sold and marketed Minneapolis as a destination for meetings and conventions.● Built relationships and provided customer service to meeting and event planners● Was the only sales representative to exceed sales goals in Q2 2020● Developed visit itineraries for planners; tailored itineraries to help planners envision their meeting in Minneapolis

Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area

Managed events and conferences from initial sales inquiry through day-of execution.● Worked with clients throughout the planning process to create memorable events● Researched new prospects within assigned markets; built relationships with prospective clients● Closed sales with 27 new clients in just six months● Ensured operations and kitchen staff were prepared for events; oversaw staff on-site during event execution● Created new content for Guthrie event rental page:… Show more Managed events and conferences from initial sales inquiry through day-of execution.● Worked with clients throughout the planning process to create memorable events● Researched new prospects within assigned markets; built relationships with prospective clients● Closed sales with 27 new clients in just six months● Ensured operations and kitchen staff were prepared for events; oversaw staff on-site during event execution● Created new content for Guthrie event rental page: https://www.guthrietheater.org/event-rentals Show less

Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area

Served as main contact for non-profit clients during event planning process. Provided day-of leadership and execution. ● Managed more than 35 gala fundraisers, including: MN Orchestra Symphony Ball 2017 and 2018, Nature Conservancy Green Tie Affair 2017, MN Adult and Teen Challenge Gala 2017 and 2018, Habitat for Humanity Hard Hat & Black Tie Gala 2016, Regions Wine Auction 2015 & 2016● Seamlessly managed events with up to 1,600 guests and up to $1 million in fundraising revenue●… Show more Served as main contact for non-profit clients during event planning process. Provided day-of leadership and execution. ● Managed more than 35 gala fundraisers, including: MN Orchestra Symphony Ball 2017 and 2018, Nature Conservancy Green Tie Affair 2017, MN Adult and Teen Challenge Gala 2017 and 2018, Habitat for Humanity Hard Hat & Black Tie Gala 2016, Regions Wine Auction 2015 & 2016● Seamlessly managed events with up to 1,600 guests and up to $1 million in fundraising revenue● 85% client retention from 2017 to 2018● Cultivated and maintained relationships with clients● Created and implemented post-event documentation system for events team to record event details, resulting in smoother event planning year over year● Led development of client-facing training for our new database software rollout in spring 2016● Promoted from Event Manager to Senior Event Manager Feb. 2018 Show less

Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area

Managed all non-artistic aspects of theatrical productions.● Recruited, trained and managed staff; wrote staff contracts● Led weekly planning meetings, facilitated communication among staff and enforced deadlines● Secured rehearsal and performance space and created rehearsal timelines and schedules● Managed budget and spending to successfully keep projects under budget

Oversaw publicity campaigns for DVD releases and managed film premieres and press screenings.● Increased First Run’s press list by over 50 publications● Brought First Run’s services up to industry standard by implementing post-campaign media reports● Crafted press releases and followed up with journalists

Master'S Of Urban And Regional Planning

Bachelor Of Arts (Ba)