Casey Stankus

• Successfully navigated and integrated competitive event operations teams and calendars following business acquisitions.
• Managed contract and revenue pipeline and forecasting in direct coordination with Chief Revenue Officer to ensure team goals and budgets were met
• Oversaw and refined the policies, processes, and tools to streamline events, manage event budgets, and drive reporting and analytics
• Developed and executed a comprehensive events strategy aligned with the company's goals and objectives; lead the execution of events and programs with innovation and efficiency
• Built and maintained an annual revenue stream of $15+ million
• Established strong relationships with vendors and suppliers, ensuring seamless event execution.
• Increased employee satisfaction, providing regular coaching and feedback sessions for 6+ direct reports.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment and integration of event strategies with marketing, sales, editorial, and other departments.
• Led cross-functional teams to successfully launch new products, meeting deadlines and budgets.
• Implemented cost-saving measures through effective resource allocation and budget management, ultimately reflected in higher profit margin events
• Enhanced internal communication channels, resulting in improved information flow and decision-making processes.
• Evaluate event performance and effectiveness through metrics, analytics, and feedback, and make data-driven recommendations for continuous improvement.

• Built and oversaw an annual calendar of 50+ events
• Maintained annual budget of $3.5+million dollars
• Oversaw all event operation communications, including venue/vendor management, registration setup, attendee communication, and marketing
• Delivered memorable events that exceeded client expectations, leading to increased repeat business and referrals.
• Navigated the transition from fully in-person events to fully virtual in 2020; growing our virtual platform and our audience reach
• Led post-event evaluations to identify areas for improvement and implement necessary changes for future success.
• Oversaw events with 8000+ attendees throughout the course of the year and managed 230+ sponsorships and deliverables.

• Conducted all vendor and facility site/research
• Responsible for Custom Event attendee registration to include: pre-event registration set-up, manage onsite registration including equipment and extra staff, if needed, and compile post-event attendee data
• Managed all onsite room rental, catering, and A/V
• Responsible for pre-event logistics to include: posters, banners, attendee registration packages
• Maintained inventory of company-owned meeting supplies
• Used online project management software to track deliverables and guarantee tasks are completed on deadline
• Tracked, reconciled and forecasted expenses per event
• Wrapped up and reported on performance post-event, using this information to improve future events
• Worked onsite at every event to see that it proceeds smoothly ensuring client satisfaction