Jenn Halze
Celina
Summary
A results-oriented Marketing and Event Planning Professional with over 17 years of industry experience within the corporate and special event arena. Articulate communicator with exceptional interpersonal, organizational, and time management skills, and a proven ability to plan and synchronize the essential details of multiple events in an efficient and resourceful manner.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Event Manager
BSN SPORTS
03.2024 - Current
- Support all aspects of planning to include itinerary development, pre-marketing
campaigns, communications, survey development, technology needs,
meeting or booth space and food & beverage planning, signage, templates, property
sourcing, promo items, creative, vendor-relations, accounts payable, timelines, etc. while
following company processes and guidelines for 18 Trade Shows and support Manager Sales Kickoff each year. - Created Event Toolkit that houses all tools and resources Field Sales Pros need to plan a successful event Marketing does not support.
Senior Event Manager
George P. Johnson
08.2022 - 03.2024
- Program Manager for key areas of corporate events up to 15,000 attendees for Atlassian, Indeed and Google.
- Specialize in meeting space facility management, food and beverage, special event and ancillary meeting management, ambassador scheduling and staff management
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients and vendors to foster lasting relationships
- Financial project management up to $1.3 million including SOW's, spend tracking, cost savings, and invoice reconciliation
- Experience with but not limited to domestic and international conferences, trade shows, ancillary programs, special events and roadshows
Marketing Event Manager
Freeman
03.2017 - 08.2022
- Project managed including, but not limited to, budget management, venue selection, vendor sourcing and management, event registration, on-site event management, prioritization and resolving issues
- Managed and executed special events for a high standard at C-suite level
- Worked closely with marketing, sales and product teams to achieve business goals via event marketing
- Conduct post-event evaluations to assess the effectiveness of the event and gather feedback for future improvements
Project Manager
Wondr Health
09.2020 - 05.2021
- Lead status and planning meeting with agencies, vendors, teammates, and other departments supporting the entire rebrand project
- Tracked project performance, specifically to analyze the successful completion of short- and long-term goals
- Created project schedules and timelines, tracking progress and making adjustments as needed to meet deadlines
- Addressed and resolved project issues, conflicts, and roadblocks as they arose
Event Manager
Success Partners
12.2012 - 05.2017
- Lead and managed a team of Event Coordinators and support staff and provided guidance, allocated tasks, and monitored event project status to ensure the client's goals and objectives were met
- Directed the planning and execution of the on-site store for many prestigious Multi-Level Marketing clients
- Managed event logistics, creative design, budget management and reconciliation
- Identified staffing needs and selection, vendors sourcing, team motivation and performance
Convention Service Manager
Hyatt Regency
04.2011 - 12.2012
- Acted as the main point of contact between the venue and the client, maintained clear and effective communication throughout the event planning and execution process
- Coordinated with various departments within the venue, such as catering, audio-visual, housekeeping, and facilities management, to ensure that all aspects of the event were properly prepared and executed
- Present on the day of the event to ensure that all aspects ran smoothly, addressing any issues that may have occurred
- Ensured that the client's needs and expectations were met or exceeded during the event, providing exceptional customer service
Wedding Coordinator
The Country Abbey
07.2008 - 01.2011
- Acted as onsite contact and manage detailed schedule for rehearsal, wedding ceremony and reception
- Catering Chief and vendor management
Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Interior Design, Merchandising/Hospitality Management & Business Administration
UNIVERSITY OF NORTH TEXAS
Denton, Texas05.2005
Skills
- Budget Management
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Effective Communication
- Innovative Thinking
- Logistics Management
- Onsite Operations Management
- Event Evaluation Analysis
- Analytical Problem Solving
- Vendor Negotiation
- Venue Selection
- Proficient in MS Office Applications
- Skilled in Google Workspace
Timeline
Senior Event Manager
BSN SPORTS
03.2024 - Current
Senior Event Manager
George P. Johnson
08.2022 - 03.2024
Project Manager
Wondr Health
09.2020 - 05.2021
Marketing Event Manager
Freeman
03.2017 - 08.2022
Event Manager
Success Partners
12.2012 - 05.2017
Convention Service Manager
Hyatt Regency
04.2011 - 12.2012
Wedding Coordinator
The Country Abbey
07.2008 - 01.2011
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Interior Design, Merchandising/Hospitality Management & Business Administration
UNIVERSITY OF NORTH TEXAS
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