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Pawtucket, Rhode Island, United States

Pawtucket, Ri

Territory Management of Eastern US, Canada, South & Central America, Central & Eastern Europe, River Cruises, JapanDevelop, source, and deliver high quality, authentic travel experiences while managing global partnerships, analyzing customer feedback and taking appropriate action based on data findings to improve the overall experience. Successfully create and oversee 20+ unique itineraries with 20+ departures/year/program generating $30-40M in annual revenue. Cross-collaborate with marketing to ensure products are properly presented in all collateral material.

Pawtucket, Rhode Island

Researched and designed intentional itineraries with complex logistics such as various travel arrangements, simultaneous meeting components, nightly social events and daily sightseeing tours. Partnered with key stakeholders to establish meeting goals and objectives and construct a program to exceed expectations. Planned and executed corporate event programs attracting 10-500+ attendees. Supported first Global Travel Forum drawing ample press and increased partner support generating 98.9% of attending partners surveying they would partner with Collette in the future based on Forum experience.

Lincoln, Ri

Oversaw inspections, contract negotiation, pre planning and execution of conferences at large venues. Effectively managed emergency and crisis situations while minimally impacting the program. Directed annual international incentive trip by conducting resort research, reviewed proposals, and managed contracts while overseeing budget constraints ultimately attracting 250-350 attendees. Supported planning and execution of two-yearly conferences ranging from 300-1,000 attendees, aligning conference content with goals of increased sales and motivation. Led marketing department for direct selling company with annual revenue of $50M+.

Pawtucket, Ri

Supported Special Projects Manager and event committee in planning events for various sponsorships. Created appropriate and visually appealing content for online platforms.

Smithfield, Ri

Providence, Rhode Island Area

Newport, Rhode Island

Masters, Business Administration

Bachelors Of Arts, Public Relations

Activities and Societies: Student Senate Director of Communications, URI 101 Mentor (freshmen mentor program), Sigma Delta Tau Vice.