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Jhpiego - a Johns Hopkins University AffiliateSenior Manager, Conferences and Events
Aug. 2016Baltimore, Maryland, United StatesResponsible for all aspects of large-scale event management including budget development, site selection, contract negotiation, travel coordination, registration processing, technology procurement, and overall on-site operational logistics and financial reconciliation Oversaw strategic planning and provided program support for multiple domestic and international public health conferences, most notably the annual country directors/field representatives meeting and side events at the U.N. General Assembly, executing an average of six major events per year Developed and implemented promotional marketing programs promoting key messages in support of the organizational mission, designing strategic media and logistics to enhance brand recognition and visibility Directed cross-functional planning teams for conference exhibits to establish event project plans and time schedules, assure attainment of timely deliverables, implement social media strategy, and maintain consistency of branded materials Served as a liaison for media and public relations staff in promoting events and conferences Cataloged all sponsorships, fundraising, and donations for major events, developing a comprehensive department budget and corresponding with donors to report on use of funds Collaborated with the Vice President of Global Engagement and Communications, the Senior Vice President of Global Programs and Technical Leadership, the Chief Financial Officer, Ministers of Health from foreign governments, and various government dignitaries and public officials Demonstrated proficient interpersonal skills in managing vendor relations, building positive relationships and fostering a complex network of connections in order to procure keynote speakers, catering companies, and multimedia services whose capabilities aligned with event specifications
Jones New YorkRetail Associate
Jan. 2015 - Jan. 2016Queenstown, MD
Inn at Perry Cabin by BelmondCatering & Conference Service Manager
Jan. 2010 - Aug. 2016St. Michaels, MDServed as the property’s catering manager and coordinator for a charming, luxury brand manor house venue, capitalizing on a passion for event planning to ensure stellar customer service and clockwork efficiency for high-impact corporate conferences and events Worked directly with clients to establish event themes and identify specific requirements, creating a Group Resume and Event Orders for every incoming corporate group to provide staff members with a comprehensive profile and to enhance customer relationship management (CRM) efforts in the case of repeat business Managed all aspects of third-party equipment procurement, including A/V equipment, entertainment, furniture and linen rental, and catering equipment Oversaw several major corporate events simultaneously, demonstrating a superior ability to multitask and excellent time management skills Communicated billing information to clients and reconciled expenses for all group events, maintaining comprehensive documentation of quotes, sales, transactions, and credits owed to clients Briefed banquet and culinary management teams on the needs and expectations for all incoming groups on a weekly basis, encouraging cross-departmental communication and cohesiveness Generated food and beverage sales revenue in excess of $1M annually
St. Michaels Harbour Inn, Marina & SpaSales Manager
Jan. 2006 - Jan. 2010St. Michaels, MD
Current Medical DirectionsAccount Executive
Jan. 2003 - Jan. 2005New York, NY
Current Medical DirectionsSenior Meeting Manager / Meeting Manager
Jan. 2001 - Jan. 2003New York, NY
Apogee NetworksSeminar & Trade Show Manager
Jan. 2000 - Jan. 2001Saddle Brook, NJ
MediMedia USMeetings Manager
Jan. 1998 - Jan. 1999Ewing, NJ
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