Event professional with proven success in conceptualizing, planning, execution, budgeting, reconciliation and assessment of events. Management of 200+ international and domestic events of all scales annually, including multi-day B2B conferences, trade shows and one-to-one exchange events. Excel at increasing revenue and reducing costs, developing and maintaining multi-million dollar budgets. Strengthening relationships with industry partners, third party vendors, design and PR agencies and venues. Managed a large team of meeting planners, event managers, trade show managers and interns. Strong analytical and communication skills, combined with the ability to coordinate the efforts of cross-functional teams to meet organizational goals. Self-motivator and starter, dependable, enthusiastic, organized, detail oriented, resourceful and proactive, tenacious, solid work ethic, and thrive in fast-paced settings.Specialties: • International and Domestic Event Planning • Strategic Planning• Contract Negotiation • Budget Preparation and Management• Cost Avoidance• ROI Analysis • Client Relationship Management • SOP Development • Marketing & Branding • Time Management • Project Coordination • Revenue Generation • Speaker/Sponsor/Vendor Management • Negotiation and Management of General Contractors and Registration Companies• Floor Plan Development• Training and Supervision of Support Staff
Listed skills include Event Management, Marketing, Event Planning, Crm, and 44 others.