Amanda Olivares, Cmp Email & Phone Number

Minneapolis, MN, US

Minneapolis, MN, US

Minneapolis, MN, US

Minneapolis, MN, US

Minnetonka, Minnesota, US

• Responsible for owning the end-to-end management and delivery of programs for groups ranging from 20 – 3,500 attendees. Key responsibilities include, but not limited to:- Conduct pre-planning site inspections- Create &.
• Act as liaison between client, account management, internal operation departments and external vendors to ensure quality and timely delivery of all variables.
• Oversee and improve each program’s creative branding process by implementing new ideas and solutions for signage, registration & store setups, and other miscellaneous areas.
• Provide project feedback to all stakeholders for the continuation of improving each program and promote valued attendee engagement.

Toronto, Ontario, CA

One10 Marketing was formerly Aimia, Inc.

Minneapolis, Minnesota, US

• Worked 1:1 with meeting planners that were scheduled to have their group’s meeting / convention in Minneapolis by providing convention servicing as needed, before, during and following their meeting.
• Coordinated pre-planning site visits; arrange appointments with hotels, convention center and off-site venues/restaurants
• Attended pre-promotes in various cities to promote Minneapolis for year following as an attendance builder
• Created & managed welcome program; city banners, skyway signage, customized maps & landing pages, convention alerts, restaurant/information booth, on-site registration staff, brochure distribution, and welcome letters.
• Sent service lead (RFPs) to partnership database for any event service needs such as transportation, photographer, catering, DMC, etc.
• Created & implemented welcome email program that is sent to 300+ meeting planners annuallyEvent Planner for Meet Minneapolis internal and external client-facing events:

Minneapolis, Minnesota, US

• Researched, contacted, and maintained consistent follow up communication resulting in successfully signing on 15-20 new partners in the restaurant, retail, and event services industries
• Communicated timely and effectively through email and phone with current and new partners daily to maintain a 95% retention rate of annual membership
• Collaborated with colleagues and partners to fulfill current membership and sponsorship contracts to generate additional revenue
• Administered and maintained partnership data on the website, including frequently updating our deals and experiences microsite, Go.Minneapolis.Org
• Developed reports that are used to project and set monthly, quarterly and annual revenue goals
• Assisted accounting department with the invoicing process to partners

By working a wide variety of events from corporate get-togethers to wedding receptions, I learned to enact problem solving and conflict management skills. I also established an eye for detail and the ability to create custom decor for first class events.

Due to a lack of opportunities in the event planning industry at UWEC, I conducted a needs assessment and worked with the Communication & Journalism Department Chair to establish the UWEC - Event Planning Association. I passionately and energetically promoted this organization to prospective student members by offering ideas for future success.

Eau Claire, Wisconsin, US

My senior year of college I worked for BBBS as their (unpaid) Event Planning Intern, focusing on planning, developing, designing, implementing, and evaluating all aspects of their largest annual fundraiser, Bowl for Kids' Sake. Displaying a high degree of flexibility, accuracy, and attention to detail in a fast-paced environment with numerous deadlines and.

Eau Claire, WI, US

I was actively involved in CJO by representing the student organization as the Creative Coordinator for a year and President my senior year. I developed strong leadership skills and responsibility as a role model, enhanced the organization with my creative and innovative ideas, and served as a communication link between faculty, students and the community..

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), Major: Organization Communication, Topical Minor: Event Planning

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