KEA TOLBERT-THIEN

currently based in Houston, TX

• Responsible for managing and producing high end events and multifaceted projects on behalf of company's private clientele. Projects include private events, product/brand launches & activations, conferences, galas, road/trade shows, corporate, and catering events.
• Full on-site event management and execution.
• Full in-house event design and presentation.
• Financial management, development and delivery of client budget plans. Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts, and costs.
• Production of complex schedules, itineraries and documentation for events.
• Sourcing, appointing, briefing and managing contractors and in-house and/or third party suppliers/vendors.
• Consulted and resource planning with clients to assess needs and propose guaranteed optimal delivery solutions.
• Ensuring sensitivity to the client's specific requirements and objectives for a professionally executed and successful event.
• Management of full in-house and contractor staffing for events.
• Generated six and seven figure-revenues yearly and effectively capitalized on industry growth.
• Monitored market conditions to set accurate product pricing and take advantage of emerging trends.
• Instagram: @theksgevents

• Management of major brand and celebrity-driven events alongside top event promoters. Managed door entry for all invited guests and celebrities along with coordination and creation of invite and VIP guest list.
• Oversaw event registration process by collecting and tracking attendee information.
• Managed administrative logistics of events planning, event booking, and event promotions.
• Management and coordination during events ensuring celebrity and talent satisfaction and proper/timely efficiency of event.
• Point of contact and negotiated contracts with venues, vendors and suppliers to obtain best rates and services.
• Utilized social media to promote events and increase attendance.

• Responsible for assisting two Managing Directors, and Sr. Vice President in the Special Situations department at private investment/equity firm.
• Organized and coordination of various executive meetings and events including board meetings, annual investor conferences, company holiday parties, and monthly client meetings.
• Managed executive calendars, scheduling meetings and appointments and coordinating travel arrangements to optimize time.
• Provided weekly agenda using advanced software to prepare documents, relative value reports and presentations.
• Processed travel expenses and reimbursements for executive team and senior management group.
• Promoted team productivity by keeping supplies organized and well-stocked.
• Updated and maintained confidential databases and records.

• Provided high-level clerical, executive and administrative assistance to the Executive Director, Business/Operations Manager, and Case Managers at non-profit organization
• Processed travel expenses and reimbursements for executive team and senior management group.
• Created filing and organization systems for efficient tracking and records keeping. Created various new forms and spreadsheets for efficient use for day to day operations.
• Data Entry for new ETO reporting, client demographic systems. Headed the import of client info into the new system.
• Assisted residents, visitors and callers; directed clients to appropriate staff member.
• Assisted the Support Services team in planning and coordinating monthly community events/activities.
• Worked as Administrative Consultant as-needed; virtually via Los Angeles (March 2011-August 2011)

• Wrote and edited high-quality content and visually impactful stories and features under deadline pressure with exciting, captivating, and authentic approach.
• Executed one on one interviews with celebrity/musical talent for articles.
• Utilized exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills to produce engaging and error-free content.
• Delivered print magazine content to an online audience in a creative and editorial based environment.
• Attended various entertainment/celebrity-driven events and parties for special reporting on Vibe.com website.
• Executed one on one interviews with celebrity/musical talent for articles.
• Promotion and enhancement of the site's online community; interacting with members, and helping to develop new features that will be made available to viewers and clients.
• Brainstormed ideas to create useful content
• Spring Internship

• Assistant for VP, Events/Marketing & National Accounts Sales; VP, Business Development & Sustainable Growth.
• Marketing Coordinator for entire Marketing and Events dept. Working closely with the Regional Event Marketing Managers across nation with events such as sampling at Aspen Food & Wine Classic, NY Fashion Week, Coachella, Hawaii Film Festival, Sundance, and FIJI Dinner Series, as well as Retail Promotion events and Showroom seeding for the likes of Dior, Bvlgari, Prada, DVF, Creative Recreation, Ted Baker, Puma, Converse, H&M, Disney, Fox, Warner Bros., Paramount, Oliver Peoples, and more.
• Assisted VP's and their departments in office and national sectors with all scheduling, expense reports using American Express T&A tool, arranging travel, and coordination of all meetings. Direct report to VP's.
• Planned and executed internal and external marketing events.
• Created and maintained thorough filing system for all outdoor ad work, ad specs, advertising contracts, and invoices.
• Assisted team with brand management projects including public relations, brand distribution and advertising.
• Direct contact for outside ad companies, media outlets, events and sponsorship requests.
• Coordinator of FIJI Concierge program. Designed to assist top Home Delivery and Celebrity customers by placing orders for incentive program.

• Assisted Sr. Publicists with event logistics and public relations operations.
• Organized and arranged press kits, prepared press releases, and merchandised client articles from press.
• Assisted publicists with high profile clients; attended and escorted clients to events.
• Assisted with special events by working premieres/screening, private and charity events.
• Managed Entertainment Events calendar for office schedules and bookings
• Pitched and arranged for celebrities to attend events. Arranged road press for clients.

• Assisted customers with bank account information through company's phone banking system.
• Presented and sold customers new banking and mortgage products.
• Completed transactions for customers and capitalized on opportunities to cross-sell products and services.
• Upheld strict security procedures to verify identities when completing actions for members and giving out private banking information.
• Improved customer satisfaction by going above-and-beyond to answer questions and offer expert support.
• Referred customers to other banking departments for specialized services.