Emily Thigpen

Skilled Event Liaison uses event management software to properly plan, track and manage events. Experienced in working with stakeholders at all levels, from clients to vendors and suppliers. Possesses strong organizational and administrative skills to coordinate multiple projects simultaneously. Committed professional provides excellent customer service and works to carry out events to highest of standards. Knowledgeable and experienced in budgeting, vendor management and event promotion and marketing. Adept at problem-solving.

I am the founder and COO of the Sweet Kids Cruise-In & Car Show. We have hosted 13 cruise-ins in Creve Coeur and raised over $90,000 for the Pediatric Diabetes Resource Center at the Children's Hospital of Illinois. Our funds directly benefit the patients and staff by paying expenses such as summer camp tuitions and conference fees.

I have been a member of the Neonatal Critical Care Unit Family Advisory Board since 2017. Our primary goal is to help the families admitted to the NCCU in CHOI. We have helped provide funds to purchase breast pumps for every room, monthly Family Dinner Nights to encourage communication, and more. As a member of the FAB, I also help to plan and coordinate the Small Wonders Miracle Reunion. This reunion brings past NCCU graduates and staff together to connect.