Simone Porter Email & Phone Number

Detroit, Michigan, US

• Engage in the following tasks as an Event Manager for the General Motors brand and GM brand media events:
• Spearheaded the strategic development and execution of end-to-end event logistics, reinforcing GM’s brand messaging through seamless program management and innovative guest experiences
• Led creative direction, crafting messaging and guest experiences that reflected GM's brand values and strategies
• Collaborate cross-functionally within a matrixed organization to enhance brand consistency across high-visibility events
• Led research and implementation of Groupize, an event management software, optimizing event registration and communication processes
• Established strong relationships with media and vendors, enhancing brand reputation and media engagement

Washington, D.C, US

• Implemented a structured 3-month workforce curriculum, focusing on strategic communications and engagement to support organizational goals
• Worked collaboratively with stakeholders to support inner-city youth, translating program objectives into meaningful, impact-driven messaging
• Fostered a collaborative environment among interns and mentors, strengthening program alignment with organizational values and goals
• Orchestrated monthly engagement events, enhancing organizational brand presence and community relations

Pontiac, Michigan, US

• Coordinated and executed annual events, strategically aligning volunteer communications with event goals
• Supervised volunteer teams to ensure alignment with HAVEN’s mission and values, enhancing program impact and engagement
• Redesigned marketing materials, elevating brand messaging and audience engagement through improved content strategies

Dearborn, MI, US

• Engaged in the following tasks as apart of Carhartt’s Detroit Development project, Carhartt Workshop:
• Crafted strategic planning initiatives for community-centric brand programs, enhancing Carhartt’s local impact
• Developed internal communications, including ‘Mini Stories’ for employee engagement, reinforcing Carhartt’s brand identity
• Conducted competitive analysis to support brand strategy for Carhartt Workshop, integrating findings into brand development initiatives

Paris, FR

• Worked on a total of 5 client accounts conducting daily media monitoring and client relations
• Built extensive media lists for the purpose of pitching and press releases
• Conducted research, identified and vetted influencers to support the development of brainstorms and campaigns
• Draft social media posts, briefs and emails for both internal and external communications

Chicago, IL, US

• Monitor a floor of over 60 residents enforcing policy and building community
• Reconciling roommate conflicts and facilitating agreements
• Working on a team of nine to plan large scale events for 500+ residents

Chicago, IL, US

• Interacting and communicating with general body members about different issues, concerns or experiences
• Advocating on behalf of general body members
• Establish genuine relationships with other organizations; standing in solidarity
• Create and continue events promoting and celebrating Black culture, excellence and experience

Chicago, IL, US

• Networking with multicultural groups and organizations on campus
• Work with the Student Government on different ways to collaborate with DePaul’s multicultural organizations
• Advocate for the multicultural communities and organizations giving them a stronger voice within the student government
• Creating events and programming focusing on the multicultural community at DePaul

Washington, D.C., US

- Oversee the creation and implementation of chapter events and programming - Leading membership intake process and activities - Upholding and maintaining the sorority and chapter ideals and image on campus

Chicago, IL, US

• Planned logistics and managed talent for the annual BMO Harris Lights Festival
• Collaborated with manager to plan and manage Leadership Luncheon for Chicago Cubs owner Tom Ricketts for 200+ guests
• Using creative ideas to enhance membership events to bring a new and fresh perspective to association events
• Communicated with 100+ board members, partners and vendors for department and event needs

Boston, MA, US

• Created and implemented watch party events for the live streaming of The New York Times new event, Get With The Times. Eventswere streamed on college campuses across the country centered on celebrity stances on.
• Leveraged university partnerships to assist with room bookings, event setup, registration and attendance
• Responsible for event marketing through content dissemination on campus and via social media platforms, Twitter, Facebook andInstagram

Bachelor'S Degree, Public Relations, Advertising, And Applied Communication

Minor, Sociology

Minor, Meeting And Event Planning