Ellen Rhodes
Broomfield,CO
Summary
Dynamic Event Specialist with over 12 years of expertise in project management and event planning, developing new opportunities, identifying effective strategies, improving decision-making and driving organizational performance. Accomplished in logistics, public relations and program content. Strong organizational skills in managing and executing multiple simultaneous assignments, tasks and special projects on time and within budget requirements.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Event Specialist
University Of Colorado Department Of Orthopedics
2015.01 - Current
- I have promoted three levels in my position since starting in 2015
- I am currently up for promotion to a Program Manager role
- Current responsibilities include:
- Plan and execute all details of department events including receptions, golf tournaments, fundraisers, banquets, and continuing education conferences
- Lead onsite execution of events, overseeing setup, breakdown, troubleshooting any issues as they arise while maintaining composure under pressure for a professional outcome every time
- Direct supervisor of Event Coordinator
- Arrange and manage all logistics regarding travel and accommodations
- Spearhead event promotion efforts, utilizing social media platforms and email campaigns to increase awareness and drive attendance rates up
- Streamline registration processes, providing seamless experiences for participants from start to finish
- Boost overall event attendance by implementing targeted marketing strategies
- Coordinate schedules and timelines for events
- Implement contingency plans to address last-minute changes or unforeseen events
- Staff management, training, and delegation
- Served as interim Marketing and Communications Coordinator
- Subject matter expert on procurement and procedural policies
- Involved in high level decision making
- Interface with clients to understand event objectives
- Assess overall event success continuously by tracking key performance indicators and utilizing data-driven insights for continuous improvement in planning and executing future events
- Analyze post-event feedback, implementing improvements based on insights gained for future success rates of the events organized
- Negotiate and work with venues and vendors to carry out event objectives
- Develop planning strategies while creating and maintaining best practices for budgets, project plans, event timelines, and presentations
- Ensure smooth event operations through diligent coordination with vendors and staff members
- Determine root causes of problems with systematic approach and developed new ideas to overcome obstacles
- Cultivate strong relationships with sponsors and partners, fostering long-term support for events
- Develop metrics and processes to measure events for program success
- Analyze performance and trends to recommend program improvements
- Implement creative solutions when faced with unexpected challenges or obstacles throughout various stages of an entire event's life cycle
- Manage budgets effectively, optimizing resource allocation for maximum impact on events.
Event Marketing Specialist
St. Jude Children's Research Hospital - ALSAC
2012.08 - 2014.12
- Enhanced brand awareness through the execution of successful promotional events and activations
- Analyzed market trends to stay ahead of industry standards, maintaining relevance in a competitive landscape
- Maximized ROI by consistently monitoring campaign performance metrics
- Recognized with “People First” award by regional management
- Orchestrated community outreach efforts, fostering positive relationships between the organization and key stakeholders
- Secured sponsorships and partnerships for increased revenue and event support
- Increased event attendance by developing and implementing strategic marketing campaigns
- Managed budgets and timelines, ensuring all projects were completed on time and within budget constraints
- Identified appropriate marketing channels and target customers for campaigns
- Established and fostered corporate relationships to sustain sponsorship revenue
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver seamless event experiences for attendees
- Coordinated logistics for multiple events simultaneously, demonstrating exceptional organizational skills
- Strong focus on sales, marketing, community development and corporate partnerships
Bilingual Park Ranger
National Park Service
2011.05 - 2012.07
- Bilingual park ranger administering historic walking tours and programs
- Involved in multidisciplinary teams including Interpretive, Education, Biologic Services, and Backcountry rangers to accomplish NPS goals
- Provided exceptional customer service at entrance stations, answering questions, offering assistance, and processing fee payments accurately
- Interacted pleasantly with visitors and promoted park rules, regulations and safety measures to educate and inform
- Provided information and guidance for park visitors, answered questions and inquiries and suggested trails for hiking
- Developed cultural history management plans to preserve and restore ethnic history, historical sites and preserve local folklore
- Volunteered weekly with the Backcountry and Biologic rangers
Education
Triple Major: Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology, Spanish, And Latin American & Caribbean Studies
University of Georgia
ATHENS, GASkills
- Logistics Management
- Event Planning Expertise
- Travel Arrangements
- On-site Execution
- Workflow Management
- Client Relations
- Budget Management
- Project Management
- Clear Communication
- Decision-Making
- Self-Starter
Personal Information
Title: SENIOR EVENT SPECIALIST
Timeline
Senior Event Specialist
University Of Colorado Department Of Orthopedics
2015.01 - Current
Event Marketing Specialist
St. Jude Children's Research Hospital - ALSAC
2012.08 - 2014.12
Bilingual Park Ranger
National Park Service
2011.05 - 2012.07
Triple Major: Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology, Spanish, And Latin American & Caribbean Studies
University of Georgia
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