Betty Blair
Valparaiso,IN
Summary
Meeting planning professional with expertise in organizing and executing successful events. Proven history of delivering high-quality experiences through meticulous planning and effective problem-solving. Highly collaborative with excellent communication skills and adaptability to changing needs.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Meeting Planner/President
MAWI - MICE Axess Worldwide Inc.
Chicago, IL - Dubuque, IA
02.2014 - 12.2022
- Developed and implemented new strategies and policies to establish long-term business objectives and provide strong and sustainable organizational leadership
- Supported project management team for optimal performance
- Coordinated logistics for corporate meetings, ensuring seamless execution of all event details.
- Collaborated with vendors to secure services and negotiate contracts for cost-effective solutions.
- Managed on-site operations, supervising staff to deliver exceptional attendee experiences.
- Implemented feedback mechanisms to enhance future meeting planning and execution processes.
Meeting Planner/Vice President of Sales
CIPI - Conferences & Incentives Plus Inc
Toronto, Canada
03.1997 - 01.2014
- Continually evaluated marketplace trends and oversaw gathering of competitive intelligence within markets and across service lines.
- Drove company branding efforts to increase market presence and brand recognition by participating in Industry's Trade Shows and Sales Missions.
- Strategically coordinated operations according to objectives and capabilities, effectively allocating resources to meet demands.
- Supported Operations Team in reviewing, identifying and prioritizing strategic initiatives.
- Increased company profits through performance optimization strategies and efficiency improvements.
- Identified and solved issues with workforce and suppliers
- Negotiated contracts with vendors, optimizing service delivery and cost efficiency for events.
Personal Assistant
Michael Klein
Maui, Hawaii
02.1993 - 12.1996
- Managed scheduling and calendar coordination for executive meetings and appointments
- Attended to all his correspondence
- Organized travel arrangements, including itineraries and accommodations for business and personal trips
- Assisted in preparing reports and presentations for client meetings and internal reviews
- Maintained confidential files, ensuring accuracy and compliance with his company's policies
- Executed his extensive entertaining events
Education
English
UCSB - University of California Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara, CASkills
- Proficient with Microsoft 365
- Proficient with QuickBooks
- Contract Negotiations
- Effective Communicator
- Proficient at Building Relationships
- Time Management
- Budget Management
- Creating and Delivering Presentations
- Strategic Planning
- Integrity and Transparency
Affiliations
MPI - Meeting Professionals International
SITE - The Society for Incentive Travel Excellence
Choose Chicago - Chicago official destination marketing
organization
OTMPC - Ontario Tourism Marketing Partnership Corporation - Committee Member 1998- 2004
Timeline
Meeting Planner/President
MAWI - MICE Axess Worldwide Inc.
02.2014 - 12.2022
Meeting Planner/Vice President of Sales
CIPI - Conferences & Incentives Plus Inc
03.1997 - 01.2014
Personal Assistant
Michael Klein
02.1993 - 12.1996
English
UCSB - University of California Santa Barbara