FRANKIE L. BETHEA
Washington,DC
Summary
Strategic leader with 20 years of experience in multi-market operations and campaign strategy. Delivered large-scale events and voter engagement programs while managing multimillion-dollar budgets and vendor contracts. Expertise in coalition building, communications, and stakeholder engagement, with a focus on implementing solutions aligned with legislative initiatives. Familiar with CRM systems, including VAN and NGP.
Overview
18
18
years of post-secondary education
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Event Coordinator
Foundation Entertainment
Washington, D.C.
07.2026 - Current
- Facilitated logistics for Blacks in Health event at Congressional Black Caucus, September 2026
- Executed event logistics, optimizing audiovisual and lighting arrangements for seamless operations.
- - Coordinated security, load-in/load-out schedules, and stakeholder briefings to ensure alignment among partners, sponsors, and on-site staff.
- Monitored event setup, execution, and breakdown procedures
- Coordinated with media personnel such as photographers and videographers for capturing important moments during the event.
- Worked closely with audio visual technicians and other technical personnel in setting up equipment at the venue.
- Coordinated and allocated equipment, supplies and staff for events.
- Recruitment of technicians and AV staff to support live events
- Conducted post-event evaluations to measure success of each program against objectives set forth by clients.
- Tracked and reported key post-event metrics, including attendance, revenue, and participant feedback, to evaluate success and identify improvement areas.
On-Air Talent Appearance Coordinator
Aljazeera America, RT America, ABC Channel 7 News
Washington, D.C.
01.2010 - Current
- - Developed and managed on-air talent looks, overseeing broadcast/live production operations, schedule coordination, and vendor management for televised and streaming events. Ensured all talent met the network's brand standards, maintaining creative quality and timely delivery.
- Managed broadcast and live production operations to ensure smooth execution of events.
- Calculated financial figures, supporting accounting team in achieving accurate reporting.
- Implemented departmental policies and standards in conjunction with management to streamline internal processes.
- Reviewed employee work to ensure adherence to quality standards and procedures.
- Trained employees on best practices and protocols while managing teams to maintain optimal productivity.
- Guided employees in resolving complex issues, enhancing problem-solving skills.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Managed day-to-day operations of the department including scheduling tasks and assigning duties.
Lecturer/Faculty Advisor
Howard University
Washington, District of Columbia
01.2022 - 05.2026
- - Lecturer; leading cross-department teams of 10+ staff and 50+ volunteers.
- - Established partnerships with campus, community, and media stakeholders to enhance program visibility and support.
- Directed programs and outreach initiatives at Howard University, increasing student engagement and community involvement.
- Advised students during office hours on coursework, academic planning, and progress.
- Provided guidance to students on course selection, career planning, and other educational matters.
- Cultivated partnerships with campus, community, and media stakeholders to foster collaboration and support.
- Coordinated with department faculty on curriculum updates and instructional planning, ensuring alignment with educational standards and student needs.
- Collaborated with department faculty on curriculum updates and instructional planning.
Organizer and Canvasser The Obama Campaign
Organizing for America
Washington, D.C.
09.2007 - 01.2009
- - Managed campaign cycles in staff/consultant ecosystems (detail as applicable). worked with voter contact programs.
- Conducted canvassing conversations with community members about campaign priorities.
- Scheduled and organized phone banking shifts for Organizing for America, facilitating effective outreach.
- - Managed campaign cycles in staff/consultant ecosystems (detail as applicable). worked with voter contact programs.
- Tracked volunteer contact information in voter engagement databases.
- Distributed campaign materials during community outreach and registration drives.
- Documented canvass responses in tracking system, ensuring data accuracy for strategic decision-making. in field tracking systems
- Engaged in conversations with residents to explain candidate positions clearly.
- Distributed literature and campaign materials during neighborhood walks
Event Coordinator
Department of Parks and Recreation
Washington, D.C.
- - Coordinated programming, vendor procurement, and on-site logistics for community events; engaged local constituents and achieved community outreach objectives through impactful public programming.
- Coordinated entertainment event logistics for Foundation Entertainment productions and live experiences.
- Managed logistics for entertainment events, ensuring smooth operations throughout the process. for Foundation Entertainment productions and live experiences.
- Coordinated scheduling of vendors, talent, and venue teams to align with event timelines. using Foundation Entertainment run-of-show plans.
- Managed late-night event operations for Hype, ensuring all logistics were executed smoothly.
Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Technical Theatre
Howard University
Washington, DC 09.2001 - 05.2019
Skills
- Leadership & Staff Management Strategic Planning Financial management
- Donor relations Event strategy Coalition Building Community Outreach
- Staff training Project Management Communications & Media Relations Vendor &
- Contract Negotiation Data operations
- Event logistics management
- Controls
- - Tools: Microsoft Excel (advanced), Google Sheets, Google Drive, Slack, Asana/Trello, basic SQL familiarity
- - Communications: press outreach, messaging development, stakeholder briefings
- - Training: staff & volunteer onboarding, vendor contract negotiation, budget reconciliation
- Event logistics
- Vendor management
- Data management
- Project management
- Stakeholder coordination
- Budget tracking
- Calendar management
- Clear communication
- Attention to detail
- Team leadership
- Problem solving
- Stakeholder engagement
- Public speaking
- Community event coordination
- Schedule management
- Vendor sourcing
- Workflow management
- Team mentorship
- Talent management
- Vendor negotiation
- Venue selection
- Client consultations
- Time management
- Fundraising
- Branding
Personal Information
Title: EVENTS COORDINATOR
Community Leadership
Title: EVENTS COORDINATOR
Affiliations
- Board Member, Rachels Women's Center - 03/2013 - 09/2014
- - Supported development and event operations for spring fundraisers; tracked grant pipeline to secure approximately $30,000, enhancing organizational cash flow.
- Fundraising Committee Member Rachels Women's Center - 20132014
- - Co-led sponsorship outreach, achieving a 20% increase in event revenue through strategic corporate sponsorships and donor recognition for major gifts.
- - Co-led sponsorship outreach and silent-auction procurement for annual gala (including Kennedy Center ticket-package items); helped secure corporate sponsorships representing a 20% increase in event revenue year-over-year.
- - Developed donor stewardship materials and coordinated donor recognition for major gifts.
Publications & Projects
Title: EVENTS COORDINATOR
CUST
Title: EVENTS COORDINATOR
Timeline
Event Coordinator
Foundation Entertainment
07.2026 - Current
Lecturer/Faculty Advisor
Howard University
01.2022 - 05.2026
On-Air Talent Appearance Coordinator
Aljazeera America, RT America, ABC Channel 7 News
01.2010 - Current
Organizer and Canvasser The Obama Campaign
Organizing for America
09.2007 - 01.2009
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Technical Theatre
Howard University
09.2001 - 05.2019
Event Coordinator
Department of Parks and Recreation