Events Manager with vast experience in developing and executing high-impact events. Proven ability to build and manage teams, negotiate contracts, and manage budgets. Consistently exceed goals and deliver results that exceed client expectations.What others have written about my work:“I never worry about attention to detail when Paul is at the helm. …he is a problem solver who works independently and takes initiative.” Anabel Richards – Chief of Staff, Executive Director of Marketing and Sales Operations, Imagine Learning.“Paul Knows how to make things happen and how to execute with precision.” Anonymous 360 Review.“Paul was able to train his new team to be experts at event execution—they never miss a deadline and are always on top of details. [He] has created a team environment where his members feel included and valued.” Duane Call – V.P. of Marketing, Imagine Learning“[Paul’s] organization, attention to detail, … and servant leadership are amazing.” Joy C., Client“Paul…has been extremely successful as he has achieved his goals…. His customers have trusted and respected him and have been very loyal to our company because of him.” Kyle Naylor – Vice President – Worldstrides (Heritage Festivals and Bowl Games of America)“Paul is impeccably organized and has created a system that rivals that of other companies who have significantly larger events teams.” Duane Call - V.P. of Marketing, Imagine LearningSpecialties:• Event Management, Production, Planning• Complex Logistics• Incentive Trips• Vendor Management• Mentoring and Team Building• Contract Negotiation• Operations• Budgets• Attendee Management• Contracting Speakers• Project Management• Lead Generation• Purchasing• Festivals• Virtual Events• Webinars• Performing Arts• Concerts• Trade Shows• Educational Conferences• Sales Meetings and Trainings• Staging• Audio Visual / AV• MS Office (Excel, Power Point, Word, Outlook), Zoom, NetSuite, Maximizer, Eloqua, Slack, SharePoint
Listed skills include Event Planning, Budgets, Event Management, Management, and 35 others.