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Annie McSherry

Milwaukee

Summary

Dynamic Meetings & Development Manager with a proven track record at Executive Director Inc, excelling in event management and nonprofit fundraising. Expert in vendor negotiation and stakeholder communication, I drive successful conferences and cultivate valuable sponsorships, enhancing participant engagement and ensuring compliance with organizational goals.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Meetings & Development Manager

Executive Director Inc
Milwaukee
02.2022 - Current
  • Led planning and execution of national and international conferences, ensuring seamless logistics and high attendee satisfaction.
  • Managed program agendas, coordinated speakers, and collaborated with committees to streamline workflows.
  • Negotiated contracts with hotels, convention centers, and AV vendors to optimize budgets and service quality.
  • Directed registration processes, event marketing, and collateral creation to enhance participant engagement.
  • Cultivated sponsorships and donor relationships to support fundraising strategies aligned with CAHON’s mission.
  • Developed sponsorship and exhibitor packages while managing onsite experiences for maximum value.
  • Maintained donor and sponsor databases, overseeing grant reporting and acknowledgments to ensure compliance.

Licensed Executive Coordinator

Powers Realty Group, Inc
Shorewood
05.2021 - 02.2022
  • Supported executive leadership in daily operations, managing schedules, communications, and client workflows for a top-producing real estate team
  • Coordinated property showings, prepared contracts, and acted as liaison between agents, clients, lenders, and title companies
  • Oversaw marketing initiatives including MLS listings, social media promotions, and open house materials
  • Ensured compliance with state regulations and brokerage policies in contract and transaction management

Catering Director

The Wisconsin Club
Milwaukee
04.2013 - 11.2020
  • Directed catering operations for a premier private club, managing client consultations, event planning, and execution
  • Collaborated with the Executive Chef on menu development and led weekly manager planning sessions
  • Supervised catering staff, ensuring exceptional service standards and member satisfaction
  • Managed event budgets, invoicing, and departmental financial tracking

Event Coordinator

Shully’s Cuisine & Events
Thiensville
01.2008 - 01.2013
  • Coordinated corporate and social events from proposals and menu planning to on- site execution
  • Managed vendor relations, rental orders, and event timelines for seamless delivery
  • Conducted site visits, tastings, and client meetings, customizing event experiences
  • Oversaw billing, contracts, and post-event financial reconciliation

Education

Bachelor of Arts - English

Carroll University
Waukesha, WI

Skills

  • Event and conference management
  • Nonprofit fundraising and development
  • Sponsorship and donor relations
  • Vendor negotiation
  • Budget oversight and optimization
  • Stakeholder communication
  • Team collaboration and leadership
  • Marketing and promotion
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Registration management
  • Volunteer management
  • Compliance oversight

Timeline

Meetings & Development Manager

Executive Director Inc
02.2022 - Current

Licensed Executive Coordinator

Powers Realty Group, Inc
05.2021 - 02.2022

Catering Director

The Wisconsin Club
04.2013 - 11.2020

Event Coordinator

Shully’s Cuisine & Events
01.2008 - 01.2013

Bachelor of Arts - English

Carroll University

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