Alaina Pattillo
Rogers,AR
Summary
Experienced program and operations leader with a track record of delivering success on large-scale, customer-centric projects and events. Founder and CEO of an organization focused on community engagement and building successful experiences as an event and operations consultant. Known for high productivity and efficient task completion as a results-driven Program Manager. Strategic planner, clear communicator, and innovative thinker in complex environments.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Program Manager
Plug & Play Tech Center
Bentonville, AR
11.2022 - Current
- Champion the successful implementation of innovative approaches for managing the Supply Chain and Health programs among top industry companies in Bentonville.
- Lead champion communication to bring visions to fruition. Managed Walmart's Innovation Day launch, overseeing budgets and timelines for 20+ tech startups. Currently developing an enhanced edition of the event for year 2.
- Collaborate with the University of Arkansas to organize a renowned yearly event, drawing attendees from across the nation to gain insights from top-notch Supply Chain executives and industry professionals.
Event Logistics Contractor
Greater Bentonville Chamber of Commerce
Bentonville, AR
08.2022 - 11.2022
- Skillfully executed a budgeting strategy that prioritized local business development within the Greater Bentonville Chamber of Commerce while maintaining exceptional NWA Tech Summit quality and reducing dependence on non-local vendors.
- Coordinated with team of volunteers to ensure seamless planning, installation and setup of over 30 vendors during a multi-day event
- Managed event design and budget for 5 local venues to procure rentals and entertainment, with emphasis on maintaining theme cohesion and maximizing unique summit topics.
Founder & CEO
TerraGood
Northfield, NJ
01.2018 - 01.2022
- Founded TerraGood, strategically focused on driving volunteerism and local business engagement
- Responsible for financial performance including forecasting, strategic marketing plans, security, capital expenses, and aligning operations.
Senior Operations Director & Event Lead
Brainerd Communications
Atlantic City, NJ
01.2016 - 01.2019
- Directly responsible for the creation, planning and execution of year-long event schedules for 50+ events across multiple states for a subsidiary and three Community Association Institute chapters.
Founder
Saltwater Fitness
Charleston, SC
01.2014 - 01.2016
General Manager
The Best of Luck
Baltimore, MD
01.2013 - 01.2014
Hospitality Coordinator
Swiss Post Solutions
Baltimore, MD
01.2012 - 01.2013
Bridal Show Producer
T Rose IMG
Annapolis, MD
01.2011 - 01.2012
Social Marketing Analyst
Vantage Strategy
Annapolis, MD
01.2009 - 01.2010
Event Manager
Media Star Promotions
Baltimore, MD
01.2011
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mass Communication, Public Relations
Towson University
Towson, MD05.2009
Skills
- Project Management
- Event Management
- Vendor Relationship Management
- Team leadership and supervision
- Budgeting and Finance
- Operations & Logistics
- Business Development
- Marketing
Timeline
Program Manager
Plug & Play Tech Center
11.2022 - Current
Event Logistics Contractor
Greater Bentonville Chamber of Commerce
08.2022 - 11.2022
Founder & CEO
TerraGood
01.2018 - 01.2022
Senior Operations Director & Event Lead
Brainerd Communications
01.2016 - 01.2019
Founder
Saltwater Fitness
01.2014 - 01.2016
General Manager
The Best of Luck
01.2013 - 01.2014
Hospitality Coordinator
Swiss Post Solutions
01.2012 - 01.2013
Bridal Show Producer
T Rose IMG
01.2011 - 01.2012
Event Manager
Media Star Promotions
01.2011
Social Marketing Analyst
Vantage Strategy
01.2009 - 01.2010
Bachelor of Science - Mass Communication, Public Relations
Towson University
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