Results-oriented, decisive leader who thrives in dynamic, fast-paced environments while remaining grounded and focused.I get stuff done… • I identify and implement the right tools and processes to make your organization sing• I adapt quickly to changing business environments and work to shift priorities when threats and challenges arise• I lead organizational strategic planning efforts resulting in significant increases in efficiency and decreases in expenses: “Michele brings to the table strategic insight and an innate ability to identify areas of growth. And, possibly the best quality of all, she is constantly looking for ways to continue to improve herself professionally and personally.” Janay Rickwalder, CAE, VP, Marketing, Communications and Membership, NPMA• I bring volunteer leadership and staff together to achieve organizational goals and objectives: “Michele, as staff, made my job as volunteer member a productive experience. She is a joy to work with and is extremely talented and creative. Her great organizational skills provided prompt results beyond my expectations.” Laurie Prevette, National Board Member at Society of Financial Service Professionals“• I create lasting partnerships: “As a supplier, one can get used to the feeling of being a second class citizen. That's not the case with Michele. From Day 1 she made sure I knew we were a valued part of their conference delivery team. Do you think that makes me work even harder for her and her attendees and sponsors? You're right, it does! A supplier cannot ask for more.” Laurens Vernot, Co-Founder, BodyWorks-The Massage Sponsorship CompanySkills include: stakeholder analysis and strategic planning, program management, operations, meeting and event development and logistics, content development and management, contract management and negotiation, relationship-building, and volunteer/partner/staff management. I know way more about 70’s and 80’s music trivia than anyone else I know, and I make a mean BBQ shrimp (look out Emeril – BAM!). When I’m not working or cooking, I’m hiking with my dog Xena (@xenatheprincesspooch) or surfing the web for new cookbooks.Think we should work together? Want to grab virtual coffee sometime? Don’t know what to make for dinner tonight? Message me or email michele.liston@gmail.com.