I have over 15 years of experience in Project and Operations Management and over 20 years experience in event planning. I have been a warehouse distribution supervisor, hotel and catering sales manager and director, event planner, project coordinator, and an executive leader. I am a strategic and analytical thinker who utilizes collaboration and business development to grow strong working relationships and balance big picture goals while accomplishing small, critical details and tasks. I am highly professional with poise, entrepreneurial spirit, and dedication. I am skilled at managing and executing major events and strategic initiatives, as well as leading dynamic teams.As a customer focused practical problem solver, I have demonstrated success in developing and leading diverse teams to find innovative solutions that help organizations achieve their goals. My event teams have achieved outstanding results with thoughtful planning and execution based upon customer needs. I am skilled at negotiating diverse environments after working in large venues and for large organizations. My leadership skills in project management are enhanced by my active listening, SMART goal setting, data management, keen judgment, sound decision making principles, diplomacy, and my resolve to get things done.Functional experience includes: Warehouse Distribution Supervisor, Marketing, Sales, Budgeting, Training, Fund-raising, Event planning, Account management, Volunteer recruitment and coordination, Project presentation.