Bryan Brown
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Accomplished Event Manager skilled in project management, team leadership, and budgeting for large-scale events. Expertise in strategic planning and vendor relations enhances event execution and client satisfaction. Proven ability to manage complex timelines, workshops, and performance goals, ensuring events remain organized and successful.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Psychotherapist & Consultant
Bryan Brown Counseling and Consultation
Seattle, WA
01.2020 - Current
- Lead employee engagement and wellness programs in mental health awareness, facilitating workshops and psychoeducation sessions that foster workplace resilience and support.
- Curated continuing education and multicultural competency programs that enhanced employee engagement and retention, contributing to inclusive workplace culture and strengthening team cohesion.
- Developed and implemented business strategy plans, incorporating recruitment and training initiatives to enhance team cohesion and client engagement while aligning with organizational goals through project management and budgeting.
- Spearhead rebranding initiatives, utilizing change management principles to facilitate a successful transition in brand and cultural restructuring.
Psychotherapist & Professor
Bellevue College | Seattle Pacific Univ | Edmonds College
Seattle, WA
01.2019 - 01.2022
- Administered 2,000+ hours of therapy to diverse clientele through group and individual sessions, significantly enhancing student mental wellness and engagement.
- Implemented workshops and developed materials on mindfulness, conflict resolution, and stress management, which fostered a supportive and engaged student community.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure continuity of care, strengthening community partnerships that improved student support services.
Outreach Coordinator
University of the Nations
01.2014 - 01.2017
- Partnered with local organizations to provide resources to underserved populations, aligning program goals with community needs.
- Facilitated leadership development and equity-driven training for international teams, enhancing team cohesion and effectiveness in service delivery.
- Directed programs in multiple countries, managing budgets of $100,000+ and achieving cost savings through efficient planning and resource allocation.
Event Manager
Relish Carolina
Charlotte , NC
10.2012 - 08.2016
- Managed vendor schedules, deliveries, and service timelines, facilitating seamless event production.
- Monitored event details, timelines, and workflow tasks to ensure smooth execution across Relish Carolina operations.
- Supervised venue setup, floor plans, and decor placement for event spaces.
- Led team of 3-12 associates, overseeing assignments, briefings, and day-of support during events.
- Coordinated media communications, enhancing event visibility and outreach.
- Ensured compliance with applicable laws and regulations related to event planning and operations.
- Hired and trained staff for cross-functional roles, ensuring understanding of procedures for each event type.
Event Planner
Dina Berge Blazek Events
Charlotte, NC
01.2010 - 01.2015
- Planned and executed corporate and private events, overseeing logistics, vendor relationships, and budgets for events exceeding $500,000 to ensure successful delivery.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless event operations, building strong vendor and stakeholder relationships that contributed to positive event outcomes.
- Designed innovative event experiences and provided exceptional client service, resulting in recognition as a premier event planning organization.
Education
Master's - Counseling Psychology
The Seattle School of Theology & Psychology
Seattle, WA01-2019
Bachelor's - Business Management
Johnson & Wales University
Charlotte, NC01-2009
Skills
Personal Information
Title: Psychotherapist | Consultant |Events Manager
Timeline
Psychotherapist & Consultant
Bryan Brown Counseling and Consultation
01.2020 - Current
Psychotherapist & Professor
Bellevue College | Seattle Pacific Univ | Edmonds College
01.2019 - 01.2022
Outreach Coordinator
University of the Nations
01.2014 - 01.2017
Event Manager
Relish Carolina
10.2012 - 08.2016
Event Planner
Dina Berge Blazek Events
01.2010 - 01.2015
Master's - Counseling Psychology
The Seattle School of Theology & Psychology
Bachelor's - Business Management
Johnson & Wales University