Senior Development Coordinator Of Events
Current· Skillfully managed events and fundraisers, including annual black tie gala, a cocktail.party for social elite, golf outings, casino night and educational seminars.· Researched and secured venues, photographer, gifts, prizes, lighting and sound companies,negotiated the corresponding contracts, managed on-site set-up and correspondence.· Solicited gifts for silent and live auctions as well as gift bag and in-kind donations as well asproduced auction and event programs.· Worked as the handler for celebrity guests and make all arrangements, schedules andaccommodations· Maintained close contact with VIPs, Major Donors and Board Members with respect to theirinvolvement and interest in events and programs.· Assisted the production of event videos, scheduling, administrative tasks and vendor relations.· Developed sponsorship packets and proposals for events to appeal to corporate prospects.· Managed staff, assigned roles and monitored productivity pre-event and on-site.· Develop dynamic new programs like PDChampions, Awareness month activities and marathonprogram.· Creative consulting on all aspects of events, décor, menu, lighting and themes.· Responsible for developing print and web materials including quarterly research newsletter,educational seminar invitations, Awareness month booklet, emailed clickable invites for all events,layout and buttons for foundation website, organization holiday card, contest announcements and
