• Led the strategic direction of production experience (including stage design & theatrical A/V) and creative process for 40+ global staged conference productions from creation to completion.• Managed 4 project managers, overseeing delivery of experience, timeline, budget, and production quality for Gartner's highest tier of global marquee content alongside agency and vendor partners.• Utilized industry knowledge and production expertise to facilitate balanced decision-making within multiple project scopes, drive creative solutions between disciplines, and elevate the Gartner brand.• Provided mentorship, support, and guidance to foster a high-performance culture, resulting in increased productivity and employee satisfaction by 23% measured in annual team survey.• Renegotiated vendor creative contracts resulting in $500k annual cost savings.

• Developed experiential creative production for Meta’s presence at global tentpole events, including CES, Cannes, AdWeek, and Meta Connect.• Collaborated closely with internal & external teams across multiple business units, as well as agency and vendor partners to curate the Meta Partner Center NYC, alongside a pilot experiential program for 6 international spaces aimed to be immersive Meta “Innovation Hubs.”• Designed and implemented a comprehensive marketing metaverse strategy and scope, including AR/VR demos, targeted events and industry partnerships resulting in the design & curation of the Metaverse Acceleration Experience, an AR/VR interactive physical activation, hosting 525+ executive AR/VR demos in 4 months, quickly scaled to all 6 global locations.• Spearheaded the creation of interactive VR/AR experiences and curated demos, showcasing Meta’s capabilities to partners and clients, resulting in over $1 billion in sales revenue.

• Created and standardized Wonder's first-ever events department, developing: playbook, branding, and standard operating procedures including vendor contract negotiation and event budget reconciliation.• Implemented new processes and procedures that ensured seamless execution of events and enhanced the overall brand experience, articulating project updates and risk levels to all levels within the org.• Partnered with Comms teams to leverage brand storytelling via activation design & strategic programs.

• Directed creative & design curation of experiential activations in the NYC Cloud Studio, an immersive Google brand themed “edu-tainment” experience for C-level customers/partners.• Designed and implemented creative strategy to plan, manage, and execute 4-7 in-person and virtual experiences per week within brand & budget guidelines to deliver on the “Google Experience.”• Owned project management & creative process and led a team of 5 in pre-planning logistics & on-site operations for brand programs (i.e., resource plans, schedules, and estimates).• Piloted & standardized Executive Customer Programs to support sales strategy & customer conversion.• Created website, operations playbook, & programming of Google’s NYC Cloud Studio.• Collaborated with specialized teams to design theatrical technical elements such as custom lightingdesign looks, spatial audio integration and more.• Developed & facilitated internal communications strategy training for cross-functional stakeholders.

• Created and managed a 3+ million dollar budget supporting 220+ hybrid events & programs annually.• Delivered reporting on key metrics (daily, weekly, and quarterly) for events and site performance toensure goals are met, including onsite visitor attendance growth, 85% customer satisfaction, andproject launches to improve the experience and program growth by 27% annually.• Used outbound channels (website updates, monthly promotional emails, and social media communityengagement) to promote the NYC Amazon Loft.• Executed project plans as an Amazon Community Manager in New York City, and collaborated &partnered with community leaders to build programs for startups & entrepreneurs at the Amazon Loft.

• Managed vendors and internal partners, including Marketing/PR, Entertainment, and Ops for the successful execution of immersive events from 20 to 20,000 attendees. • Led production for Celebration of Harry Potter: Fan Expo, as well as The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, TODAY Show, One Direction in Orlando, The Steve Harvey Show, and American Ninja Warrior, collaborating with license/franchise partners and vendors to bring these projects to over 38,000,000 viewers.• Upsold clients on additional event elements / services increasing revenue by 10%, contributing to EBITA.• Ensures smooth communication with clients regarding event opportunities and challenges to assure high levels of client satisfaction and repeat business.• Reports financial information for client billing, credit establishment and sales reporting.• Assists the sales process by conducting site inspections with clients for proposed events as well as finalizing event details with clients for contracted events.• Facilitates the development of creative material (or event marketing material) for events to include signage, banners, laminates, programs, etc.

• Designed and implemented Production strategy and operations for Entertainment Events within the Universal Studios theme park.• Project manager for multiple stakeholders and coordinated defined production timeline and execution• Assisted Supervisor/Stage Manager in event documentation, staff/legal requests, creation of itineraries,post-event labor reconciliation/reporting.• Coordinated communication with multiple departments such as Marketing, PR, Ops Management, and vendors.• Monitored and reported performance and aesthetic quality standards, and safety needs as required.• Independently coordinated small events by trouble-shooting and problem solving, travel logistics for off-property events, and corporate client park-wide events.

• Developed and implemented strategy for backstage experience for VIP clientele.• Partnered with various Disney departments to ensure a seamless and positive experience for guests.• Worked with clients ranged from booking to vacation planning using knowledge of product and resort to make connections that will last for a lifetime.

• Coordinated numerous events with Park Event Operations including: • Magic Kingdom – Mickeys Not So Scary Halloween Party, New Years Eve – Zone Captain • EPCOT – Future World East-er Egg Hunt – Zone Captain • Hollywood Studios – VARSITY Cheer and Dance Events, Star Wars Weekends, Festival Disney

• Worked directly with clients to execute creative vision for weddings and events, recommend vendors, and design ideal experience.• Conducted wedding rehearsals, schedule ceremonies and receptions on strict timelines.• Managed set up crew to set up event space the day of an event, as well as schedule interns for coordination and mentorship.• Onsite the day of an event in fast-paced environment making quick decisions and solving on-the-spot problems

• Served as liaison between LEAD Scholars professional staff and students.• Oversaw a budget of $30,000 and directed an executive board of 10 students and over 50 student run events.

• Facilitated group of peers to coordinate UCF’s Official Welcome Week, with $35,000 budget.Planned open recruitment, selection, and retreat for eight person executive board. • Marketed to a student body of over 52,000 students, formulating sponsorships and vendors for week’s events.• Coordinated large scale events and catering with entertainment/production companies.