Alli Pereira
Montclair
Summary
Senior Event & Hospitality Leader with 25+ years of experience producing high-profile corporate, celebrity, fundraising, wedding and social events. Proven expertise in large-scale event operations, client management, revenue generation, vendor negotiation, and end to end execution. Trusted partner to Fortune 500 companies, global brands, and entertainment leaders. Known for calm leadership, meticulous logistics, and delivering flawless guest experiences under pressure.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Corporate Event Planner
Delta Galil
New York
12.2024 - Current
- Led planning and execution of an international corporate summit involving global stakeholders.
- Coordinated hotel room blocks, ground transportation, & travel logistics for international executives.
- Produced multi day agendas including meetings, luncheons, dinners, receptions, guest speakers.
- Managed audiovisual production and prepared executive-level PowerPoint and Excel reporting.
- Designed branded, themed gift bags and oversaw in-room delivery logistics.
Director of Special Events
Cove Castle
Greenwood Lake
01.2016 - 10.2025
- Owned the full lifecycle of event sales & execution, from inquiry through post event follow up.
- Led site tours, negotiated contracts, and customized menus for private and corporate clients.
- Directed all digital marketing efforts including social media, advertising, and website content.
- Drove new revenue through strategic outreach, local trade shows, marina partnerships, and targeted advertising.
- Supervised on-site teams and personally managed events to ensure flawless execution and guest satisfaction.
- Coordinated vendors, managed accommodations, and ensured all contractual obligations were met.
Director of Events
Metronome Hospitality Group
New York
08.1998 - 10.2014
- Joined Metronome during its early growth and helped expand the company from one venue to four hospitality and event spaces.
- Led event sales, planning, and execution for high-profile corporate, media, entertainment, and private clients across all locations.
- Generated and oversaw $8M+ annually in banquet and event revenue, driving consistent year-over-year growth.
- Successfully booked and executed events during active construction and venue expansion phases, maintaining revenue flow while coordinating client expectations, safety protocols, evolving layouts, and operational constraints.
- Managed and trained a 25+ person team across sales, operations, and on-site event staff.
- Produced large-scale corporate buyouts, film and television after-parties, network events, celebrity-hosted private celebrations, weddings, and nonprofit galas.
- Served as primary point of contact for Fortune 500 companies, television networks, studios, VIP clients, including HBO, ABC, Microsoft, and Morgan Stanley.
- Coordinated talent logistics & live entertainment for corporate launches & private performances, ensuring compliance with rider requirements, security protocols, and production needs.
- Partnered closely with ownership and senior leadership on venue launches, branding, marketing strategy, and operational expansion.
Marketing | Tour & Travel Coordinator
Tavern on the Green
New York
09.1997 - 07.1998
- Planned and booked large-scale group events with pre-fixed menus.
- Executed targeted marketing initiatives for Fortune 500 clients.
- Represented the brand at national and international trade shows.
Event Coordinator
Tatou Restaurant
New York
08.1995 - 08.1997
- Managed private dining and special events from inquiry through execution.
- Conducted venue tours and served as primary client contact.
- Coordinated chefs, vendors, and promotional campaigns.
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Music Business
Five Towns College
Huntington Station, NY05.1994
Skills
- Corporate & Experiential Event Leadership
- On Site Event Direction & Crisis Management
- Budgeting
- Contracts & Revenue Growth
- Menu Design & Catering Operations
- Vendor negotiation and partner management
- International Travel & Logistics Coordination
- Staff Leadership
- Scheduling and training
- Trade Shows
- Galas & High-Visibility Events
Select Clients Highlighted Projects
HBO, Microsoft, Morgan Stanley, Credit Suisse, Goldman Sachs, JP Morgan Chase, UBS, Pfizer, Sports Illustrated, ABC, Playboy, Blue Sky Studio, The Sopranos, Julie Andrews, Halle Berry, Mick Jagger, Stevie Wonder, Woody Allen, James Cameron, Jack Black, Denis Leary, Ben Affleck, Liv Tyler, Ben Stiller, Miracle on the Hudson (Sully), New York Film Critics Circle (3-year partnership), HBO Movie Premiers, WB 11 upfront, Microsoft Launch Event
Timeline
Corporate Event Planner
Delta Galil
12.2024 - Current
Director of Special Events
Cove Castle
01.2016 - 10.2025
Director of Events
Metronome Hospitality Group
08.1998 - 10.2014
Marketing | Tour & Travel Coordinator
Tavern on the Green
09.1997 - 07.1998
Event Coordinator
Tatou Restaurant
08.1995 - 08.1997
Bachelor's Degree - Music Business
Five Towns College