Chloe Hanson
Knoxville,TN
Summary
Results-driven Events Manager with 10+ years’ experience in B2B, nonprofit, and international event strategy. Proven track record in leading teams, managing budgets up to $300K, and delivering in-person, virtual, and hybrid conferences, webinars, and client events. Skilled in vendor negotiation, cross-functional collaboration, and post-event analysis to drive brand presence, engagement, and ROI.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Signature Events Coordinator
Wesley House
07.2025 - Current
- Develop strategic plans outlining proposed annual events with flexibility to incorporate emergent opportunities.
- Organize fundraising events from inception to day-of execution, including budget management, vendor coordination and contract negotiations.
- Coordinate all event activities, including speaker management, catering, entertainment, and audiovisual requirements.
- Collaborate with Director of Advancement and Donor Engagement to develop fundraising initiatives and press kits.
- Work with Executive Director to register event attendees, submit payments to vendors, and coordinate shipment of materials.
Event Manager
PostModern Distilling
05.2024 - Current
- Oversee end-to-end planning and execution of events, including project timelines, team workflows, and high-quality delivery.
- Develop and implement customer experience-focused initiatives to improve attendee engagement and overall satisfaction.
- Maintain interpersonal relationships with cross-functional teams, vendors, and sponsors to exceed quality standards.
- Lead team meetings to review progress, set priorities, and address challenges.
- Analyze performance metrics after each event to optimize future initiatives.
- Stay informed on industry trends, regulations and relevant topics to ensure events remain timely relevant, and impactful.
- Foster client relationships through exceptional communication and project management skills, ensuring seamless event execution.
Senior Events Coordinator
The Humane League
09.2022 - 01.2025
- Developed vision, goals, and strategies for all event programs.
- Supervised 20 or more individuals per event, with a minimum of 3 direct reports in the off season.
- Collaborated with senior executives to align business strategy with event objectives, driving successful program outcomes.
- Coordinated end to end logistics for all events, including run of show, venue selection and management, accommodations, and food and beverage.
- Maintained relationships with key vendors including venues, catering, technology, and transportation across the North America, South America, and Europe.
- Developed and maintained event timelines and deliverables, fostering efficient communication.
Postdoctoral Lecturer
University of Tennessee
05.2020 - 06.2022
- Developed educational programming to meet the professional development and training needs of students.
- Utilized student feedback data to evaluate the success of educational programming and adjust future programs.
- Integrated digital teaching technologies to improve student engagement and comprehension rates.
- Built partnerships with governmental agencies and higher education institutions to meet the needs of the community.
Events Management Specialist Fellowship
My Dog is My Home
10.2021 - 02.2022
- Identified and recruited diverse speakers, broadening annual conference impact and inclusivity.
- Collaborated with graphic designers to create social media marketing graphics promoting the conference, shared across multiple platforms.
- Tracked conference registration and data through event management platforms.
- Facilitated strategic planning sessions for conference working groups, driving creative solutions for co-sheltering initiatives.
- Led volunteers in promoting the conference and registering attendees.
- Built relationships with governmental agencies, universities, and individual stakeholders to promote and recruit for the conference.
- Developed and implemented targeted marketing programs to promote the conference, driving attendance and revenue growth.
- Secured monetary donations and in-kind donations, with an average gift of $1,000.
- Documented key dates, including proposal submission deadlines, registration deadlines, and exhibit reservation deadlines.
Graduate Instructor and Department Events Lead
University of Tennessee
08.2016 - 05.2020
- Oversaw end to end planning and execution of events, including project timelines, team workflows, and high-quality delivery.
- Strengthened alumni engagement and contribution by cultivating a vibrant, mission-aligned alumni network that supported event programming, recruited new fellows, and advanced department goals.
- Coordinated stakeholder management efforts to ensure seamless program execution, fostering strong relationships with executives and stakeholders alike.
- Managed the planning and delivery of executive programs that focused on professional development, leadership growth, and organizational effectiveness.
- Led comprehensive planning and execution of NEXUS, an interdisciplinary conference, including budget management, speaker logistics, and onsite support.
- Developed and edited run of show, agendas, panels, and program copy for NEXUS.
- Created session materials, including speaker prep, program intros, questions, and key talking points for NEXUS speakers.
Director of Fundraising
Sundress Academy for the Arts
08.2016 - 05.2020
- Directed fundraising events, increasing donations by an average of 13% annually.
- Developed the first fundraising strategy and docket of events, bringing in $50,000 over the course of three small events the first year.
- Executed event strategies that incorporated powerful storytelling techniques, enhancing the overall event experience.
- Tracked and presented on event registration data and ROIs to improve future event attendance and outcomes.
- Utilized digital marketing channels to promote events and secure new donors.
- Nurtured vital donor, sponsor, and stakeholder relationships, ensuring ongoing support.
- Recruited, onboarded, and trained interns, fostering a high-performing team.
Staff Director
Sundress Academy for the Arts
08.2016 - 08.2017
- Managed staff schedules, improving workflow and boosting productivity.
- Led strategic planning meetings, fostering an environment of open communication.
- Planned and hosted webinars, conferences, and employee trainings online and in person.
- Mentored high school and college students to build trust, motivate action, and create spaces where young people felt seen, supported, and inspired.
- Recruited, selected, and trained 10 interns per year, and selected 2 individuals for full-time positions from qualified intern pool.
Education
Ph.D. - English
University of Tennessee
Knoxville, TN05.2020
Master of Arts - English
Utah State University
Logan, UT05.2016
Bachelor of Arts - English
Utah State University
Logan, UT12.2013
Skills
- Written and Verbal Communication
- Budget Development and Management
- Contract Writing and Negotiations
- Data Analysis
- Cross-Team Coordination
- Speaker Management
- Donor Engagement and Activation
- Fundraising
Certification
- Digital Marketing - Hubspot Academy
- Content Marketing - Hubspot Academy
- Email Marketing - Hubspot Academy
- Social Media Marketing - Hubspot Academy
Languages
French (Highly proficient)
Awards
2020 Grantee - Culture and Animals Foundation, Awarded a grant based on my academic and creative work regarding animal welfare.
Timeline
Signature Events Coordinator
Wesley House
07.2025 - Current
Event Manager
PostModern Distilling
05.2024 - Current
Senior Events Coordinator
The Humane League
09.2022 - 01.2025
Events Management Specialist Fellowship
My Dog is My Home
10.2021 - 02.2022
Postdoctoral Lecturer
University of Tennessee
05.2020 - 06.2022
Graduate Instructor and Department Events Lead
University of Tennessee
08.2016 - 05.2020
Director of Fundraising
Sundress Academy for the Arts
08.2016 - 05.2020
Staff Director
Sundress Academy for the Arts
08.2016 - 08.2017
Ph.D. - English
University of Tennessee
Master of Arts - English
Utah State University
Bachelor of Arts - English
Utah State University
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