Shira Gordon, Cmp, Des Email & Phone Number

Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

Manages PIPSC's event (Cvent) and travel system (Concur Travel) software including administration,configuration, integration, data audits, and support. As the event and travel subject matter expert, developsprocesses and documentation and provides ongoing training to Institute staff. Currently the lead event planner for the Institute’s largest annual.

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Manages PIPSC's event (Cvent) and travel systems (Concur Travel) including administration, configuration, data audits and support. As the event and travel subject matter expert, develops processes and documentation and provides ongoing training to Institute staff.Key Accomplishments:* Initiated well-attended bi weekly drop-in training sessions for staff.

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Responsible for the administration of the PIPSC BC/Yukon office including coordinating and managing meeting/events, managing office expenditures, arranging supplier contracts and providing administrative support to the regional staff.Key Accomplishments:* Successfully coordinated and executed the region's largest yearly event (Steward Council) shortly.

Vancouver, Canada Area

Planning and delivering conferences for association clientele. Managing all areas of congress management including project timelines, client communication, meeting minutes, food & beverage, sponsor, budget & supplier management, venue logistics, transportation, staffing and post event reporting.Key Accomplishments:* Successfully delivered a 500+ person.

Richmond, British Columbia, Canada

Providing administrative, marketing and event support to the BC office which includes coordinating office meetings and corporate & business development events, assisting with marketing and construction project proposals and managing office equipment and facility needs. Key Accomplishments:* Managed and executed the annual Client Appreciation Event with.

Vancouver, Canada Area

Managed all aspects of the JPdL West division including sales, marketing and event operations. Oversaw development and execution of a results-focused sales and marketing plan. Developed appealing, accurate and profitable event proposals. Successfully executed event program operations that consistently exceeded clients’ expectations. Other responsibilities.

Vancouver, Canada Area

Oversaw all aspects of medical and scientific association conferences and meetings. Prepared bid proposals and negotiating contracts for all conference services. Managed conference budgets, tradeshows, food and beverage requirements, room logistics, housing and social events. Built, maintained and managed partnerships with suppliers and sponsors..

Vancouver, Canada Area

Managing well-organized academic conferences from conception to completion. Overseeing all aspects of conferences including online registration, website development, budgets, timelines, speakers, sponsorship and conference staff. Researching and recommending conference venues. Negotiating with suppliers and reviewing contracts. Effectively communicating.

Vancouver, Canada Area

Supported the planning and delivery of successful academic conferences and internal events. Prepared event documentation including critical paths, production schedules and post-event reports. Negotiated with suppliers of services. Supported the management of budgets, event registration systems, volunteers, speakers and post-event reports. Provided on-site.

Vancouver, Canada Area

Provided a number of wedding day support duties which included assisting and greeting guests, setup and teardown.

Vancouver, Canada Area

Solicited and confirmed sponsors. Managed logistics and volunteers. Developed strong relationships with team members and businesses.

Vancouver, Canada Area

Successfully managed and executed promotional and internal events which included a large-scale annual Game Design Expo, various open houses, guest speaking events and a cross-Canada road show. Facilitated the development of event materials on tight deadlines. Initiated improvements to event registration and logistics. Provided engaging and knowledgeable.

Burnaby, BC

Managed events and production of marketing collateral. Planned and executed an organization-wide seasonal event and extracurricular events. Strongly supported the production and promotion of a Sutton-wide conference event with almost 200 attendees. Created compelling and creative press releases, promotional materials and Internet-based collateral that.

Vancouver, Canada Area

Provided event support for an event management company. Registered attendees and organized display materials at events. Liaised with various event contacts and answered event inquiries by telephone. Managed a speaker database using MS Access and auction items for silent auction events.

Burnaby, BC

Initially was hired to perform marketing and sales tasks. Over time, responsibilities grew into events management after demonstrating competency. Planned and executed numerous Alive events. Heavily supported marketing projects for various departments, managed project timelines, and analyzed the effectiveness of various marketing mediums. Coordinated sales.