Main point of contact for 100+ event sponsors and clients
Direct five annual Summits of 350+ attendees and other events as needed
Liaison amongst internal departments, sponsors, venues, hotels, and entertainment
Execute event components such as floorplans, audio-visual needs, food and beverage, contractual negotiations, special client requests, and third-party services.
Director of Events & Operations
Waterloo Convention Center
01.2021 - 03.2022
Support and oversee event staff of 10+
Act as Event Manager for highest-end clientele
Interview, hire, and train new team members
Approve event licensing agreements, floorplans, service orders, and event invoices
Maintain agreements with vendors and city government entities
Anticipated Assistant General Manager promotion Spring 2022
Event Manager
Owensboro Convention Center
10.2017 - 03.2020
Coordinate with clients and venue staff to successfully execute 150+ events including consumer shows, conventions, and live entertainment
Generate event floorplans, service orders, and invoices
Moderate staff meetings to discuss all event logistics
Act as Manager on Duty in supervising all staff and guests during events.
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