Ilana Schackman
Summary
Dedicated and experienced event management professional with proven success exceeding goals, managing budgets, and maintaining client relationships. A leader and a team builder with over 15 years of experience in the events arena. Resourceful and creative, a strategic thinker with strong organizational skills and consistent, high-quality results.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Marketing & Events Coordinator
Brach Eichler LLC
02.2022 - Current
- Coordinate internal firm events, including but not limited to: milestone receptions, celebratory gatherings, fundraisers, and seminars.
- Collaborate with external organizations and associations to host joint programs, including: forums, networking receptions, and accredited meetings.
- Plan and execute the firm's Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives including events and communications.
- Solely manage and organize the firm's annual offsite conference in Atlantic City, NJ. Responsible for coordinating the program agenda, sponsor solicitation ($100k+), registration, accreditation application, marketing materials, hospitality, and the guest experience.
- Manage sponsorships on behalf of the firm's attorneys, including creative for advertisements.
- Correspond with the firm's Public Relations agency and coordinate press opportunities.
- Conduct research to target clients and networking engagements.
Vice President of Events
Mary Giuliani Catering & Events, Inc.
10.2014 - 02.2022
- Coordinated social and corporate events from initial inquiry to final product, including but not limited to: drafting proposals, creating customized menus, determining pricing, communicating with vendors, designing floorplans and program flows, and drafting and reviewing contracts.
- Cultivated and procured new business; maintained current client and partner relationships.
- Generated $4+ in annual sales revenue.
- Managed and reconciled event budgets.
- Researched and solicited vendors and locations, liaised between event staff and facilities and arranged teams to coordinate event setup and breakdown.
- Developed strategic client partnerships.
- Oversaw events in progress; resolved unforeseen problems quickly.
- Trained and supported 50+ team members and volunteers.
Vice President of Events
Scoozi Events NYC, Inc.
02.2010 - 10.2014
- Managed events from inquiry to final product.
- Facilitated client communications and managed client expectations.
- Hired, trained, booked, and oversaw assistants, chefs, and waitstaff.
- Organized staff and event schedules.
- Created and designed new Company menus, marketing materials, and promotional invitations.
- Researched and brainstormed event ideas, menus, and decor.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Hospitality Administration
Boston University
Boston, MA05.2008
Skills
- Event Logistics Management
- Event Execution
- Contractual Obligations
- Marketing Materials
- Client Relationship Development
- Vendor Relationship Management
- External Team Collaboration
- Proposal Development
- Client Satisfaction
- Budget Development
- Location Scouting
Timeline
Marketing & Events Coordinator
Brach Eichler LLC
02.2022 - Current
Vice President of Events
Mary Giuliani Catering & Events, Inc.
10.2014 - 02.2022
Vice President of Events
Scoozi Events NYC, Inc.
02.2010 - 10.2014
Bachelor of Science - Hospitality Administration
Boston University
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