Vanessa Evans Email & Phone Number

Burns, Or, Us

As the Event Marketing Manager, I play a pivotal role in developing and executing comprehensive event marketing strategies to promote Activate Learning's science curriculum materials and enhance brand awareness. I am responsible for the end to end planning, coordinating, and managing a variety of event types, including local, state, and national conferences, workshops, client receptions, and company events. I travel as needed to oversee the execution of these events as well. I also… Show more As the Event Marketing Manager, I play a pivotal role in developing and executing comprehensive event marketing strategies to promote Activate Learning's science curriculum materials and enhance brand awareness. I am responsible for the end to end planning, coordinating, and managing a variety of event types, including local, state, and national conferences, workshops, client receptions, and company events. I travel as needed to oversee the execution of these events as well. I also create all marketing materials and collateral for events, such as brochures, flyers, and presentations, and promotional items, to effectively communicate key messages and showcase our products.I am also responsible for the design and ordering of branded merchandise and promotional items, including apparel, swag bags, giveaways, and workshop materials to enhance brand awareness while managing the budget.My primary goal is to generate leads, build relationships with educators and stakeholders, and drive sales through impactful event marketing campaigns. In addition, I manage the company's social media accounts, including content creation, scheduling, and community engagement, to enhance brand visibility and audience engagement. Show less

As Senior Event Sales Representative I was responsible for closing inquiries for multiple locations throughout Arizona, California, Colorado, and Oregon through phone calls, emails, conducting site visits and entertaining potential clients. I also enjoyed guiding my clients through the entire event planning & coordination process and prided myself on creating a unique and world class event experience for each client. I was focused on consistently meeting and exceeding monthly sales… Show more As Senior Event Sales Representative I was responsible for closing inquiries for multiple locations throughout Arizona, California, Colorado, and Oregon through phone calls, emails, conducting site visits and entertaining potential clients. I also enjoyed guiding my clients through the entire event planning & coordination process and prided myself on creating a unique and world class event experience for each client. I was focused on consistently meeting and exceeding monthly sales goals by cultivating client relationships throughout the planning experience and continuing those relationships well after the event has concluded. Show less

Chandler, Arizona, United States

- Ownership over the day-to-day operations and optimization of a multi-million-dollar asset- Coached, mentored, and inspired a team of administrative and service personnel; coordinating their activities to create the most streamlined and effective processes and procedures.- Oversaw hiring, promotions, transfers, discharges, and ongoing employee performance; on-board, train and develop new and current employees- Acted as the subject matter expert for your community’s sub-market… Show more - Ownership over the day-to-day operations and optimization of a multi-million-dollar asset- Coached, mentored, and inspired a team of administrative and service personnel; coordinating their activities to create the most streamlined and effective processes and procedures.- Oversaw hiring, promotions, transfers, discharges, and ongoing employee performance; on-board, train and develop new and current employees- Acted as the subject matter expert for your community’s sub-market, keeping in tune with competitive communities and surrounding employment base.- Worked in coordination with the Manager of Facilities and Service with regards to exterior property issues (including landscaping), outstanding unit service requests, unit move-out costs, move-in turn schedules, market ready inventory, maintenance staffing, supplies needed, etc.- Managed key performance factors for the community, such as unit availability and assess any necessary price adjustments including premiums on vacant unit and on-notice units.- Managed various community specific accounting activity, such as daily bank deposits, record collection activity, monitor daily input of rent payments, weekly purchase orders, invoices, Budgets, etc. Show less

Prescott, Az

Directed and administered all private event, public event, and catering operations for all Vivili Hospitality owned restaurants and catering company. Overview:This role included, but was not limited to, company direction of guest service, soliciting new accounts, negotiating contracts, merchandising and marketing, planning, event execution, cost control implementation, systems management, budget and forecasting, and department management. Other duties included:~ Heighten… Show more Directed and administered all private event, public event, and catering operations for all Vivili Hospitality owned restaurants and catering company. Overview:This role included, but was not limited to, company direction of guest service, soliciting new accounts, negotiating contracts, merchandising and marketing, planning, event execution, cost control implementation, systems management, budget and forecasting, and department management. Other duties included:~ Heighten awareness externally within the community at local networking events, bridal shows, and other public events~ Responsible for being a positive role model in both social media formats and public forums by being active and showing consistent participation in all public facing opportunities~ Evaluate guest needs and industry competitive set to implement product, service and operational changes necessary to ensure guest satisfaction and market dominance. Show less

Prescott, Arizona

~ Captured social catering business and coordinated all catering functions in the hotel. ~ Negotiated contracts to ensure satisfaction of the client while increasing overall business to meet and exceed established sales goals. ~ Conducted ongoing sales efforts to attain new clients. ~ Created exposure and awareness in the local community of Hassayampa Inn’s wealth of services and superior brand.

Charlotte, North Carolina

~ Achieved record breaking sales numbers by substantially increasing the number of social events booked year over year. ~ Lead our banquets team in successfully executing all arrangements surrounding booked social events, weddings and wedding related events. ~ My outstanding representation of The Duke Mansion in all aspects of the sales process both on and off property increased our industry connections and solidified successful working relationships within the community.

Washington D.C. Metro Area

~ Developed the Catering and Events Program for District Restaurant Group through creating all catering sales packages, menus, and training of events staff. ~ Oversaw event sales staff and banquets team to ensure successful execution of sales process and events. ~ Lead all marketing and promotional efforts for District Restaurant Group to create a steady book of business, and increase exiting client retention.

National Harbor, Md

~ Planed and coordinated all aspects of site inspections and FAM’s for potential convention and meeting clients ~ Worked directly with all clients to plan site inspection agendas, meeting arrangement and meeting clients ~ Used creativity to personalize the site inspection process for the client and make their experience especially memorable

National Harbor, Md

~ Coordinated services provided to VIP guests for all aspects of their stay ~ Delivered superior service by going above and beyond established administrative tasks to exceed expectations of VIP guests and ensure continued patronage.

Arlington, Va

~ Liaison between the Catering/Convention Services Managers and the on-site meeting or event contact ~ Highly visible position within hotel and the central point for handling and addressing special client needs and requests ~ Required detailed knowledge of the hotel meeting facilities, group dynamics, and event details

Flagstaff, Az

• Took part in the planning and execution of event design for Bothands annual fundraising breakfast• Managed the distribution of publicity and marketing materials for event

Flagstaff, Az

• Handled logistics and set up for the 50th Annual Turquoise Ball benefit event for Flagstaff Community Hospital• Participated in the creation of event design for all events and weddings

Santa Barbara, Ca

• Assisted in creative and logistical execution of Community Environmental Council of Santa Barbara 40th Anniversary ‘Green Gala’• Constructed and maintained new client files, handled timelines and schedules for event clients