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Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

Washington D.C. Metro Area

While acting in this role I lead a skilled Programs and Events team in the development of strategic operational roadmaps for the design and production of multiple, large-scale events in both virtual and traditional settings. I personally head the design and development of seamless, content-rich attendee experiences deployed within physical and digital environments. I control all aspects of vendor selection, negotiations, and management and I proactively source and secure industry leaders and nationally-renowned speakers to present at the event. I am fully accountable for budgetary development and administration, site selection, event design, contract review, content creation, logistics, and on-site production.Some key achievements in this role:• Spearheaded the successful delivery of $2M+ in event revenue by leading the execution of five multi-day in-person conferences and three major virtual events.• Consistently recognized for delivering superior events that surpass revenue and engagement expectations and come in below forecasted budgets.• Achieved a 200% increase in event attendance with a whole new portfolio of unique sponsorship offerings by successfully pivoting three major annual conferences into a virtual environment.• Secured $1.5M+ in cost avoidance and more favorable force majeure, attrition clauses, and food and beverage minimums by expertly renegotiating contracts for 2020 and 2021.

Washington D.C. Metro Area

During my time in this position I led the delivery and overall success of multiple, large-scale, high-profit events ranging for audiences of up to 2K+ attendees. I developed an engaged events team through strategic talent development and directed personnel throughout all aspects of preparation, execution, and closing activities for events including top-priority logistics, design, content creation, and on-site, day-of production functions. I ensured for complete fulfillment of all event requirements and vision for a valuable exhibitor experience. I proactively engaged stakeholders and executives while serving as the primary point of contact in regards to event strategy, requirements, and strategic objectives.Some key achievements in this role:• Played an instrumental role in the achievement of $1.5M+ worth of annual revenue.• Successfully delivered three major, multi-day conferences.• Initiated and led a Conference Education Committee

Washington D.C. Metro Area

Throughout my tenure in this position I strategically led the delivery of an annual Awards Banquet while ensuring that all aspects of the event align with the core mission, requirements, and quality expectations of the enterprise. I sourced and secured optimal speakers and presenters, negotiated and won vendor contracts, and conceptualized décor, and directed event-day production.Some key achievements in this role:• Owned accountability for the engagement of a, 80K+ population of members and volunteers including strategic communications focused on continuously expanding community awareness, retention, and investment.• Demonstrated superior fiscal acumen while refining an annual operational budget to streamline costs, cut redundant spending, and maximize profitability.

Washington D.C. Metro Area

While functioning in this capacity I strategized a master schedule of upcoming events while leading all aspects of the event management lifecycle from initial requirements definition, vendor sourcing and selection, and logistical coordination through to on-site supervision of event-day activities. I drove engagement and attendance, created strategic communication plans, and distributed campaigns across print and digital platforms.Some key achievements in this role:• Achieved a 15% boost in event attendance and a 20% increase in social media engagement.• Optimized efficiency by heading efforts to streamline processes, enhance workflows, and maximize organization-wide capabilities.

Washington D.C. Metro Area

Designed a comprehensive production schedule for Association Magazine, circulating to 18,000 readers, and drove the editorial process and production while overseeing the editorial board, writers, copyeditor, design team, advertising director, printer, and mailing house. Tracked reader analytics, including open and click-through rates and ad hot spots, and compiled reports for the business development team, consisting of time in production, ad to editorial ratios, and days in circulation. Served as the staff liaison for the company’s annual awards program.Key Achievements:• Reclaimed more than $90,000 in production costs by resourcefully managing the digital conversion of the magazine, with open rates as high as 80%. • Produced and lead three days’ worth of programming, encompassing educational sessions, networking events, and professional recognition, all held during the association’s annual convention.

Silver Spring, Md

For nearly 60 years, Senior Service America has been creating a path to employment for low-income, 50+ job seekers including women, Veterans, and former offenders.In my role as Communications Associate at SSAI, I developed and implemented customized press releases, brochures, talking points and media alerts that supported 100 partner organizations in 24 states. I provided public relations, event management and marketing support for partner organizations. Developed content and updated website. Key ContributionHandpicked to participate in the American Society on Aging’s New Ventures in Leadership program where I developed an intergenerational community service project.

Washington D.C. Metro Area

Originators of the phrase, "A Mind is a Terrible Thing to Waste," UNCF is a non-profit organization that has awards more than 10,000 students scholarships, worth more than $100 million, each year. UNCF also provides financial support to 37 historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs) and serves as the nation’s leading advocate for the importance of minority education and community engagement.In my role as Publications Manager, I created content and managed production of publications and marketing materials that supported fundraising efforts at headquarters and 25 field offices across the country. I collaborated with the Ad Council to produce national print, television and radio public service advertising campaign. I served on a four-person team that developed and executed strategic campaigns for over 40 annual special events and oversaw a $1.5 million print and production budget. Key Contributions Wrote style guide that reinforced established brand standardsProduced the student profile videos for the annual televised fundraiser that aired in 65 markets and reached 90 million households

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), Business/Corporate Communications

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