Manage meeting production resources both internally and externally for company sponsored meetings globally requiring production needs within budget and ahead of schedule for audio, video, and stage production.

Manage regional industry trade show participation to promote the company and its products and increase brand awareness and sales. Plan, manage and execute company events including user conferences, seminars and webcasts to ensure marketing goals and business objectives are met. Manage off-site venue selection, contract negotiation and contract oversight. Develop metrics for all shows, events and sponsorships; analyze and determine areas of potential development.

Assisted in marketing the facility to groups from family to corporate in order to utilize every aspect this center has to offer. • Made 30 to 50 cold calls via telephone weekly and 10 to 15 outside sales calls per week as well as conducted weekly tours of the facility with potential clients• Worked directly with clients to develop event bookings for them, including corporate events, league banquets and parties• Prepared proposals and negotiated contracts, followed-up on all arrangements prior to event to ensure meeting client requirements• Attended trade shows, event planner meetings and Chamber of Commerce functions

Managed literature supply for Retail channel including: collateral design and web maintenance; attended trade shows; created signage for promotion of products and services; maintained product marketing database.Designed and developed new label system in coordination with Marketing team at Lowe’s for more improved product information for the customer.Redesigned packaging systems and new identity for Pumptrol line to comply with Square D brand image and fit within planogram standards at Menards. Developed product database with Home Depot for over 300 Square D brand products.Coordinated product and packaging photo shoots directly with photography vendor.Developed catalogs and brochures coordinating creative from layout through production.Provided timely rebuilding assistance to disaster relief areas in conjunction with FEMA allowing homes and businesses be rebuilt faster.

Supported Retail channel through the creation of marketing collateral; designed signage and literature and attended trade shows; maintained RetaiLink newsletter; updated Retail web site; assisted with design project overflow.Communicated regularly with sales team providing product collateral design and sales promotions.Designed Square D brand circuit breaker and load center packaging along with a team of engineers to create a more visible and modern look and to differentiate between the Homeline and QO brands.Worked collaboratively to strategize and execute a merchandising plan for new items.Completed projects before deadline for Retail channel in order to assist with projects for Electrical Distribution channel above and beyond expected duties.Developed visual strategies and plans that supported new product launches.

Managed a team of employees to successfully run nightly family entertainment through food, beverages and discounted prices.Offered a safe and enjoyable environment for families while offering discounted pricing.Created smooth process for league officers and their members to enjoy time with friends while maintaining a solid record keeping process.Experienced in managing tasks and teams independently and productively.Skilled in the art of persuasion with excellent verbal communication skills.

Designed and conceptualized web, brochure, advertising and product packaging for over 50 Lawn & Garden manufacturers.Created pages within company website allowing each manufacturer the opportunity to promote their products online.Designed trade show collateral to allow a greater presence for each manufacturer.Maintained vendor relationships for all printed piecesPhotographed products for use in print and web for all manufacturers.

Created marketing collateral for High School division of textbooks specializing in Science, Math and Physical Education.Designed brochures, direct mail and award-winning catalogs for successful promotion in sales presentations and trade shows.Supplied posters and signage for all National Science Teachers Association (NSTA) Convention's booths and carnivals.Created award-winning advertisements for regional and national print magazines in both color and black & white.Organized photo shoots, models for catalogs and annual sales meetings for the entire K-12 division.