Assistant Director Senior Event Planner resume example with 16+ years of experience
Results oriented event management professional who contributes to the organizationās business objectives and event initiatives. Possesses the ability to leverage exceptional program planning and development of
engaging and successful meetings and events that exceed client expectations. Offers experience in meeting and event planning through strong negotiation skills, program budgeting and development, event implementation, and has a superior understanding of customersā needs. Exceptional communicator with a keen ability to assess clientsā requirements.
- Meeting and Event Planning
- Vendor and Contract Negotiations
- Budget Administration
- Team Leadership
- Problem Resolution
- Event Production & Management
- Project and Process Management
- Client Needs Assessment & RFPs
- Relationship Development
- Effective Communication
Completed several graduate level courses in Educational Leadership
Hasbrouck Heights, NJ, 08/2016 - 08/2020
Annually planned and managed over 150 meetings, conferences, educational symposia, galas, and special events for leadership, divisions, departments, colleges, and external clients on GW campuses.
- Effectively assumed managerial position to lead a team of event professionals to implement and execute all events successfully and seamlessly.
- Continuously played a key role in high-profile events to include: Commencement, Inaugural Ball, Colonials Weekend, University Presidentās Annual Fourth of July VIP Celebration, Board of Trustees events and meetings, Obama Foundation Scholars, Pete for America Fundraiser, George Talks Business with Mark Lerner, Politics & Prose, various international programs with Ambassadors, Heads of State, etc.
- Advised clients on venues, room layouts, audio/visual services, catering, event design, security, travel, and entertainment to achieve successful event outcomes.
- Served as principal liaison between contractors, caterers, administrators, faculty, and staff with regards to all facets of logistical operations and support of programs and events.
- Led event staff and managed onsite logistics, to include problem-solving, direct event set-up, communicate with stakeholders, organize vendors, security, media outlets, and oversee takedown.
- Scheduled and maintained extensive events calendar. Assisted with event contracts.
- Prepared and submitted post-event evaluation reports and offered recommendations to improve provided services and event quality.
City, STATE, 08/2008 - 08/2016
Contractual consultant specializing in event planning and project management. Coordinated and delivered all aspects of event production including, venue scouting, audio/visual, food and beverage,
transportation, lodging, entertainment, and program development.
- Executed event details to include: request for proposal (RFPs), liaising with vendors, facilitators, and participants, venue selection, contract negotiations, run of show, food and beverage, audio/visual, transportation, lodging, entertainment, registration, onsite support and management.
- Developed and maintained budgets and invoicing. Reconciled all vendor accounts.
City, STATE, 02/1993 - 06/1996
Provided event administration for the Conference and Capacity Development Program activities, including seminars, symposiums, and training courses for Bank employees and regional offices.
- Served as focal point and worked closely with all units and offices of the diplomatic community, external partners, stakeholders, NGOs, and academic institutions.
- Coordinated all event functions, including site selection, scheduling, vendor contracts, marketing, travel, room blocks, materials, event management and follow-up.
- Managed events calendar and registered attendees and processed event participation fees.
- Booked talent and confirmed speaker fees, travel, and program development.
- Worked with Training Officer to ensure events were delivered on time and within budget.
- Prepared event evaluations and performance reports according to the Bankās guidelines and standards.
City, STATE, 03/1992 - 12/1992
- Coordinated and managed special events; supervised the overall operations of the Catering Department.
- Assisted catering clients and meeting planners with event requests and administered contracts.
- Prepared budget proposals, event billing, and handled financial reconciliation.
- Tracked and maintained client database for events management.
- Provided administrative support for Director of Catering and managers.
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Ungerboeck Software, Visio, Social Tables
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School Attended
- George Mason University
- George Washington University, The
Job Titles Held:
- Assistant Director / Senior Event Planner
- Special Events Consultant
- Conference Coordinator
- Events and Catering Associate
Degrees
- Bachelor of Arts
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