·Accomplished marketing and event operations manager with an expansive range of experience including: event production, revenue generation, promotions, marketing sales packages and on-premise programs
·Strategic thinker with experience in marketing and event strategy, new operations techniques, client and vendor insight
·Experienced in managing multiple employees, vendors, budgets, cross-functional teams and fast paced operations
· Production, operations, on-site logistics and consulting for an event planning company
·Offered continued support before, during and after each event in the areas of administration and built strong working relationships with on-site vendors and staff
·Prioritized conflicting issues and requirements on-site with limited time and resources, resulting in better outcomes in the areas of time, space, equipment and service
· Supervised, scheduled, and trained new full-time and temporary staff
·Responsible for logistical management and successful operation of contracted programs for a full service destination management company
·Negotiated costs and services in order to maintain budget specifications
·Developed and maintained supplier/partner relationships
·Successfully managed multiple programs, venue staff and tour guides
·Oversaw development of revenue generation worksheets and budgets and assisted with the establishment of corporate marketing/ sales packages and plans
·Created process for identifying, assessing, and recommending key marketing and sponsorship opportunities
·Increased profits in the event’s display, hospitality and sponsorship revenue generating areas
·Designed and created event program and managed the successful launch of the new event website, expansion, redesign and updates
·Updated new marketing and sponsorship materials, lists, and budgets
·Effectively managed a six person team by providing direction, offering support, and creating an open, results-oriented environment
·Assisted the director of Fleet Week USA in producing and implementing over 10 (+) events and activities during show week; Streamlined registration process and advanced ship tour procedures for approximately 4,000 designated visitors
· Facilitated event contracts and renewals and responsible for production and implementation of
city permits
This is one of the one sheeters I helped create and distribute to at MDM Group that announced the activities that would happen with the Air & Sea Show and Fleet Week USA.
This is the sponsorship/marketing portfolio that I helped create for MDM Group, that was used for the Air & Sea Show and Fleet Week USA.
Former Supervisor at Hello Florida!, Inc.
Former Supervisor at Event Logistics, Inc.
Former Supervisor at MDM Group, Ltd.