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Cindy Sherwood

Saint Albans,VT

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate seeking to maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Conference and Trade Show Planner

Delaney Event Management
02.2011 - 01.2024
  • Negotiated favorable contracts with vendors, resulting in cost savings and improved event quality.
  • Managed budgets effectively to optimize resource allocation without compromising event standards.
  • Developed strong relationships with key stakeholders, facilitating successful partnerships for future events.
  • Oversaw on-site staff during conferences, maintaining high level of professionalism and responsiveness to attendee needs.
  • Ensured compliance with venue guidelines and regulations, minimizing risk of disruptions or penalties during events.
  • Selected and inspected appropriate venues based on event requirements, budget constraints, and location preferences.
  • Liaised with catering services providing diverse menu options that catered to various dietary restrictions of attendees.
  • Brainstormed and implemented creative event concepts and themes.
  • Developed and maintained schedules and timelines for events.
  • Managed event logistics and operations for upwards of 1 events per year.
  • Oversaw event registration process by collecting and tracking attendee information.
  • Implemented protocols and procedures to effectively manage planning process.

Convention Services Manager

Sheraton Burlington Hotel And Conference Center
09.1999 - 02.2011
    • Developed strong relationships with clients, leading to repeat business opportunities and positive referrals.
    • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth execution of events.
    • Utilized project management tools for effective communication and streamlined coordination among team members.
    • Balanced multiple projects simultaneously under tight deadlines while delivering high-quality results consistently.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Education

New England College
Henniker, NH

Skills

    • Attention to Detail
    • Cross-functional Collaboration
    • Time Management
    • Organizational Skills
      • Adaptability
      • Problem Solving
      • Team Leadership

Software

Asana

Timefox

Microsoft 365

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Conference and Trade Show Planner

Delaney Event Management
02.2011 - 01.2024

Convention Services Manager

Sheraton Burlington Hotel And Conference Center
09.1999 - 02.2011

Bachelor of Arts - Education

New England College

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