Kelly Haenni
Franklin,Tennessee
Summary
Motivated Event Manager bringing 20 years of experience successfully delivering over 50 Meetings and Incentives; on-time and within budget constraints, averaging from $100,000 up to 1 million in revenue. Talented at identifying potential problems, promptly mitigating obstacles, and actively resolving conflicts to ensure client satisfaction and positive attendee experience.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Meeting Event Manager
Maritz Global Events
Franklin, Tennessee
01.2010 - Current
- Developed and implemented event plans, including budgets, venues, catering, décor, entertainment and special guests.
- Designed and maintained spreadsheets documenting vendor, facility and guest information.
- Managed on-site logistics during events, such as registration set-up, audio and visual equipment setup and breakdown.
- Chose facilities, inspected spaces and planned set up and execution to exceed client expectation.
- Acted as a liaison between clients and vendors throughout the duration of an event.
National Sales Manager
Exclusive Destinations
Beverly Hills, MI
02.2008 - 01.2010
- Maintained relationships with travel partners and vendors.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of the latest industry trends in order to provide informed advice to clients.
- Offered exemplary customer service to new and existing clients, which helped build lasting relationships and secure new travel assignments.
Sourcing Manager
Maritz Global Events
Beverly Hills, MI
05.1986 - 02.2008
- Assisted in negotiation of Hotel contracts and pricing.
- Verified purchase requisitions by comparing items requested to master list.
- Participated in negotiations regarding price, terms, quality and lead time for suppliers and categories.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Marketing
Indiana University Bloomington
Bloomington, IN05-1985
Skills
- Managing Events Start to Finish
- Budgeting and Finance
- Customer Service-Driven
- Project Management
- Budget Development
- Vendor Management
Timeline
Meeting Event Manager
Maritz Global Events
01.2010 - Current
National Sales Manager
Exclusive Destinations
02.2008 - 01.2010
Sourcing Manager
Maritz Global Events
05.1986 - 02.2008
Bachelor of Science - Marketing
Indiana University Bloomington
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