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Karli Walsh

Las Vegas

Summary

Dynamic event professional with extensive experience at Pole Position Raceway, excelling in event planning and logistics. Proven track record in budget management and vendor negotiations, ensuring cost-effective solutions. Adept at fostering client relationships and leading teams to deliver exceptional corporate events, consistently enhancing client satisfaction and operational efficiency.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Co-Owner

Confetti and Chaos Event Planning & Mobile Bar
Las Vegas
01.2024 - Current
  • Monitored event expenses to ensure adherence to budget constraints.
  • Evaluated costs and assessed vendor availability for optimal selections.
  • Created load-in/out schedules and maps, managing on-site processes until completion.
  • Developed event timelines, work schedules, and job assignments for efficient execution.
  • Managed inventory and maintained event operations equipment in peak condition.
  • Oversaw daily business operations, including staffing, budgeting, and payroll processing.
  • Established policies to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
  • Negotiated vendor contracts to secure favorable terms and conditions.

Event Operations Manager

Anything Events
Las Vegas
03.2024 - 01.2025
  • Established and nurtured vendor relationships to ensure timely event service delivery.
  • Managed guest lists, VIP registrations, and seating arrangements effectively.
  • Compiled expense reports for events to streamline accounting processes.
  • Monitored vendor performance throughout event lifecycle and provided constructive feedback.
  • Developed comprehensive timelines to track all event planning milestones.
  • Coordinated staff schedules for pre-event preparation, onsite execution, and post-event breakdown.
  • Oversaw event budgeting from inception to completion, ensuring cost efficiency.
  • Created and executed operational plans for corporate events to enhance execution.

General Manager

K1 Speed
Las Vegas
06.2022 - 09.2024
  • Oversaw event planning and execution in accordance with corporate standards
  • Managed licensing and compliance for event operations
  • Assisted with project planning and process improvements
  • Continued full event coordination duties from prior role (see below)

Director of Sales and Events

Pole Position Raceway
Las Vegas
10.2007 - 07.2022
  • Planned and managed corporate events across five locations, enhancing overall engagement.
  • Developed customized event concepts while overseeing timelines, budgets, and vendor contracts.
  • Directed daily operations, including staff scheduling and customer service management.
  • Supervised on-site logistics for event set-up and breakdown to ensure smooth execution.
  • Negotiated vendor contracts to achieve cost efficiency and maintain high service quality.
  • Maintained strong vendor relationships in catering, décor, entertainment, and rentals.
  • Analyzed performance metrics to refine processes and improve event outcomes.
  • Cultivated long-term client relationships through exceptional service and diligent follow-up.

Group Event Sales Manager

Imperial Palace Hotel & Casino
Las Vegas
01.2000 - 09.2007
  • Book all incoming groups into the hotel for events
  • Draft event proposals and timelines along with contracts
  • Create detailed event schedules and agendas from hotel stay, event management to check out
  • Manage event set up and take down

Education

Some College (No Degree) - English Literature

University of Nevada Las Vegas
Las Vegas, NV

Skills

  • Event planning and logistics
  • Client relations and vendor management
  • Budgeting and financial planning
  • Team leadership and project management
  • Corporate event coordination
  • Contract negotiation and crisis management
  • Timeline creation and effective communication
  • Sales strategies and operations management
  • Staffing and small business operations
  • Multitasking and organization

Timeline

Event Operations Manager

Anything Events
03.2024 - 01.2025

Co-Owner

Confetti and Chaos Event Planning & Mobile Bar
01.2024 - Current

General Manager

K1 Speed
06.2022 - 09.2024

Director of Sales and Events

Pole Position Raceway
10.2007 - 07.2022

Group Event Sales Manager

Imperial Palace Hotel & Casino
01.2000 - 09.2007

Some College (No Degree) - English Literature

University of Nevada Las Vegas

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