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New York City Metropolitan Area

New York City Metropolitan Area

New York, New York

Head of event operations at EGR International, a nationally recognized Engagement Agency. I led and provided expert oversight in all aspects of event management at a global provider of engagement, channel marketing, and business strategy services in North and South America, Asia, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. I accomplished this through directing, mentoring, and training a team of professionals to develop competencies, achieve maximum potential, and initiate and inspire creative thinking.

New York, New York, United States

I led the Purchasing & Product Development team in sourcing, negotiation, and contracting management for 120+ programs annually, including managing RFPs for hotels, conference/dining venues, DMCs, and other providers.

New York, Ny

I implemented comprehensive project management of meetings and events including national meetings, advisory councils and panels, national roadshows, and incentive trips for assigned clients throughout North America, Europe, and Asia. This role focused on managing in a cost-efficient way all logistical components for meetings, including but not limited to: onsite staffing, room block management, recreational activities and entertainment, F&B and technology needs, and transportation arrangements for all participants.

New York, Ny

I planned and executed creative and logistical aspects of 40-60 annual events and fundraisers for an international membership-based organization with attendance up to 600. Components included event marketing and communications, content development, speaker selection and management including scripting and coaching, contract negotiation, budgeting, venue/vendor selection, operational and logistical management, and on-site management of staff.

New York, Ny

I directed and supervised Greater New York Special Events Department, generating 1M USD+ in revenue (responsible for more than 50% total revenue of multi-office region.) I was responsible for all accounting and budget operations for each event, developing event business plan, and supporting Association best practices.

New York, New York, United States

I directed and supervised major six- and seven-figure special events, including the research, cultivation, and stewardship of individual, corporate, and foundation donors, resulting in a 33% YOY revenue increase and 500K USD in new annual revenue.

Raleigh, North Carolina, United States

Led Triangle Division to become highest-grossing Division in NC March of Dimes Chapter, with $1.1M in revenue.Increased walk-a-thon revenue in communities by as much as 17%, exceeding budget for six consecutive years, and increased special events revenue by 45%, directing the top two events in the state.Secured major corporate sponsorship for all events, cultivating a $50K statewide relationship.Designed and coordinated all fund raising efforts, including research, cultivation, and stewardship of individual, corporate, and foundation donors for multiple sites and events within the Triangle region.Directed and supervised eight annual major events with up to 7,000 attendees.Developed all event print and online materials, including a variety of event-specific collateral pieces and ROI reports and analyses. Led executive Board of Directors, prioritizing board development and leading to an additional $30K in revenue in 2008-2009.Maintained operational and supervisory responsibility for all accounting and budget operations for each event, developing business plan.Partnered with State staff in designing and implementing fundraising efforts specific to the annual giving program; combined net profits showed double-digit growth in 2007 and 2008.Hired, trained, and supervised division staff; responsible for crisis response event management and subsequent coordination of 120 volunteers and staff.Directed special events, including donor recruitment breakfasts, award ceremonies, statewide staff and volunteer training exercises, and Division’s Foundation Board meetings.Managed vendor relationships, including the negotiation and approval of contracts, as well as provide logistics management for events.Create media plans and press pieces. Led communication with more than 600 Triangle March for Babies team captains and volunteers. Showed a 90% YOY increase in targeted revenue, increasing revenue to $150K.

Raleigh, North Carolina, United States

Increased walk-a-thon revenue in communities by as much as 17%, exceeding budget for six consecutive years, and increased special events revenue by 45%, directing the top two events in the state.Secured major corporate sponsorship for all events, cultivating a $50K statewide relationship.Developed all event print and online materials, including a variety of event-specific collateral pieces and ROI reports and analyses, and create mission and event related newsletters, brochures, and booklets. Maintained operational and supervisory responsibility for all accounting and budget operations for each event, developing event business plan, supporting Foundation best practices.Partnered with State staff in designing and implementing fundraising efforts specific to the annual giving program, including direct mail and personal solicitation; combined net profits showed double-digit growth in 2007 and 2008.Responsible for crisis response event management and subsequent coordination of 120 volunteers and staff.Directed special events, including donor recruitment breakfasts, award ceremonies, statewide staff and volunteer training exercises, and Division’s Foundation Board meetings.Managed vendor relationships, including the negotiation and approval of contracts, as well as provide logistics management for events.Create media plans and press pieces. Led communication with more than 600 Triangle March for Babies team captains and volunteers, engaging them via email, publications, and events on-site and throughout the Triangle region. Showed a 90% YOY increase in targeted revenue, increasing revenue to $150K.

Bachelor Of Arts, History

Executive Certificate, Hospitality And Tourism Management