Oversaw planning and execution of 30+ strategic events per year including tradeshows, conferences, and media events. Planned and allocated budgets and managed all aspects of finances for events. Coordinated logistics and vendor / contractor relations for on-site of large-scale events. Collaborated with cross-functional internal and external teams to generate relevant content and select moderators to convey desired message for virtual tradeshows. Prepared visually appealing presentations… Show more Oversaw planning and execution of 30+ strategic events per year including tradeshows, conferences, and media events. Planned and allocated budgets and managed all aspects of finances for events. Coordinated logistics and vendor / contractor relations for on-site of large-scale events. Collaborated with cross-functional internal and external teams to generate relevant content and select moderators to convey desired message for virtual tradeshows. Prepared visually appealing presentations utilizing an array of technologies. Directed design and construction of International Pavilions and displays throughout the US and Canada. Liaised with client and in-house fabrication team to ascertain designs, messaging and branding. Work with local authorities to ensure displays comply with codes and regulations. Work with designers for booth designs and event layouts. Compared CAD drawings received from potential venues against actual site survey measurements in determining proper display size and event layout. Coordinate graphic design and production to ensure the Client vision was accurate. Successfully submit all necessary forms and materials needed on the clients behalf. Show less

Oversaw planning and execution of 90+ strategic events per year including tradeshows, conferences, media branding and virtual events. Planned and allocated budgets and managed all aspects of finances for events. Coordinated logistics and vendor / contractor relations for on-site and virtual setup of large-scale events. Collaborated with cross-functional internal and external teams to generate relevant content and select moderators to convey desired message for virtual tradeshows. Prepared… Show more Oversaw planning and execution of 90+ strategic events per year including tradeshows, conferences, media branding and virtual events. Planned and allocated budgets and managed all aspects of finances for events. Coordinated logistics and vendor / contractor relations for on-site and virtual setup of large-scale events. Collaborated with cross-functional internal and external teams to generate relevant content and select moderators to convey desired message for virtual tradeshows. Prepared visually appealing presentations utilizing an array of technologies. Directed design and construction of in-store kiosks and displays throughout the US and Canada. Liaised with corporate division, host store and fabricator to ascertain designs, messaging and branding. Work with local authorities to ensure displays comply with codes and regulations. Utilized AutoCAD to design booth designs and event layouts. Compared CAD drawings received from potential venues against actual site survey measurements in determining proper display size and event layout. Coordinated inventory and fulfillment of giveaways and gifting for corporate and in-store events. Show less

Directed planning and implementation of special events, tradeshows and flagship store events. Assessed and addressed needs of various product divisions. Worked with multiple vendors in negotiating and ordering services at cost-effective rates to ensure successful events. Coordinated inventory management of displays, multimedia equipment and products. Designed media solutions and provided prompt, knowledgeable technical support at events. Key Achievements:Conceived and… Show more Directed planning and implementation of special events, tradeshows and flagship store events. Assessed and addressed needs of various product divisions. Worked with multiple vendors in negotiating and ordering services at cost-effective rates to ensure successful events. Coordinated inventory management of displays, multimedia equipment and products. Designed media solutions and provided prompt, knowledgeable technical support at events. Key Achievements:Conceived and implemented form for event information that could be sent to tradeshow reps containing details such as tradeshow hours, contacts and procedure for booking a show; implemented requirement that event application be signed off by division head with projected budget and other details. Built relationships with third-party providers to develop electronic surveys for use at events. Show less

Curriculum Development and Implementation of Instructional ActivitiesExploring use of Multimedia and Technology in the classroom, including use of Blogs for sharing of information and courseworkExpansion of Elective Courses into Digital Photography and current Technological Developments.

Guided training operations for Digital Imaging, Projector, Calculators, Timepiece and Keyboard divisions. Planned and managed training division’s budget. Visited approximately 1200 stores in coordinating product training and support for in-store merchandising companies. Facilitated public relations and press tour support for new-product releases and technical follow-up. Generated training documentation and materials. Planned, scheduled and managed training and sales events. Participated in… Show more Guided training operations for Digital Imaging, Projector, Calculators, Timepiece and Keyboard divisions. Planned and managed training division’s budget. Visited approximately 1200 stores in coordinating product training and support for in-store merchandising companies. Facilitated public relations and press tour support for new-product releases and technical follow-up. Generated training documentation and materials. Planned, scheduled and managed training and sales events. Participated in product-development meetings and marketing sessions for designing packaging and catalog materials. Performed thorough analysis of products prior to release to identify any limitations or issues. Conducted frequent in-store visits to chain retailers and photo specialty shops.Key Achievements:Additionally delivered key contributions to trade show planning, management and logistics.Produced 20 online training modules and implemented webinars for distance learning.Designed and developed new reporting forms for in-store visits to replace existing highly simplified system for tracking store feedback. Show less

Created and conducted training programs and documentation for Customer Service, Technical Support and Sales Force. Participated in product development meetings and analyzed products prior to release to find limitations and possible issues.Other duties included overseeing the activities of outsourced call centers, and a manual fulfillment center, and creating presentations regarding department activities.

Provided 2nd Level Support for Digital Cameras, Printers, and other Casio Consumer Electronics Products.Implemented training program for Technical Support Group.