Special Events Manager
Current➡️ 𝗩𝗔𝗟𝗨𝗘𝗗 𝗘𝗫𝗣𝗘𝗥𝗧𝗜𝗦𝗘Recognized as a key multifunctional contributor, strengthening the organization’s prominent position within the community through strategically planned community engagement events, overseeing the corporate partnership acquisition and retention strategy, and managing key fundraising initiatives. ➡️ 𝗢𝗥𝗚𝗔𝗡𝗜𝗭𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗔𝗟 𝗜𝗠𝗣𝗔𝗖𝗧 Exceeded Zoobilation’s goals from 2017-2022 and bolstered revenue from $2M to $2.6M in 2022 by cultivating and leveraging strategic relationships, restructuring the event space, enhancing the event mobile app, and adding value to key stakeholders.Accelerated the growth of Elegant Vintage International Wine Auction from 170 attendees donating $230K to 225 engaged guests contributing $365K.Unlocked $100K in revenue by revitalizing the young professionals fundraising event from a formal event hosting 500 guests to an October Brewfest and Halloween party, capturing the attention and engagement of 1,800 attendees.Established an effective process for managing large-scale fundraising and empowered the fundraising event specialist through ongoing training and support.Leverage former catering and event management experiences to advise, garner trust, and add value to a variety of customers & industry stakeholders.Oversee impact and performance management projects, including the tracking, evaluating, and reporting of past events, increased revenue, and cross-departmental collaborations to continually enhance future events. Serve as a key contact and liaison between the Zoo, vendors, suppliers, underwriters, and restaurants, ensuring all events are highly publicized by collaborating with internal and external stakeholders and communicating detailed information.