Lucy Giovando Watts Email & Phone Number

Mill Valley, Ca, Us

United States

Serving as VP, Event Operations for streamlinevents, I manage a dedicated and highly skilled event operations team located throughout the US. I oversee the successful execution of all events through implementing best practices and procedures within the operations structure. As a member of the Leadership Team, I work to foster cohesiveness and create a pro-active coaching environment within the operations team.

Tiburon, Ca

Founded innovative global mobile SaaS e-signature and check in platform for the event technology industry. Utilized project management skills to design and develop technology from idea to launch. Leveraged extensive network and event industry influencers to create strategic partnerships and innovative business opportunities resulting in securing agreement with one of the world’s largest event technology company. Established creative marketing plans that included social media campaigns, featured industry articles and speaking opportunities.• Drove global sales, converting customers in direct competition with larger event tech company.• Achieved customer retention rate of 93% through exceptional customer service, customized virtual and live trainings and knowledge sharing platforms. • Led strategic negotiations and business development efforts, securing acquisition offer for company.

Business Development Manager for a growing Association Management Company focused on new client acquisition and managing a team of marketing professionals. Account Executive for a robust association in the hospitality industry managing strategic business plan, partnership development and providing financial oversight of operations . Utilized best of class event technology and innovative resources in showcasing client's events for revenue generation and member outreach and recruitment. Provided creative solutions for member and partnership engagement, ensuring timely implementation. #partneringforgrowth

Tiburon, Ca & France

Developed high performing team located across the U.S. for event management company, focused on designing and delivering live global conferences, trade shows and experiences for Fortune 500 clients. Built a reputation for creative excellence in operational offerings that resulted in multi-year engagements, increasing revenue year over year, while disrupting the status quo with forward thinking experience design and partnership growth. Created experiences that included a launch party at Comic Con, User Forum in Greece, to a golf tournament in Australia and Life Science training programs in New York.• Managed marketing budgets of $33M to redesign and reimagine experiences for clients that focused on improved ROI, partnership growth and increased attendee satisfaction. • Transformed GW & Company offerings and marketing using customer segmentation and filtering strategy resulting in 20 consecutive quarters of growth. • Connected the needs of multiple stakeholders within the companies and partnership ecosystem to deliver successful event design experiences and educational offerings.

Mountain View, Ca

Recruited to pre-IPO software company to build and implement a consistent and on-brand domestic and international tradeshow and events strategy, resulting in company’s leadership in the interactive television industry. Drove content, experiences and speaking opportunities that aligned with strategic goals of the organization, working with agencies located throughout the world.• Managed portion of $10.2M+ annual expense budget and exceeded revenue goals for specific programs.• Launched new trade show process and boosted lead generation capture and follow up by 50%.• Directed a global cross-functional team and improved event management efficiency for user forums by 40% through adoption and implementation of event technology.

San Rafael, Ca

Drove strategic education, business and technology events for the Congresswoman throughout Sonoma and Marin Counties that ensured appropriate media and community participation on relevant initiatives to the constituents of the district. Represented and spoke on behalf of the Congresswoman at various programs throughout the area and initiated Congressional inquiries on behalf of constituents to federal agencies.

Ba, Political Science

Activities and Societies: Phi Alpha Delta Pre-Law Fraternity, Field Hockey Club Team, State Assemblymember Valerie Brown Intern, State.

Aa, Political Science

Activities and Societies: Student Body Treasurer, Student Body Freshman Representative, Santa Rosa Thursday Night Market Student.