KELLY O'BRIEN
Orlando,FL
Summary
Visionary director with 12+ years of experience in event planning, entertainment management, and real estate. Expertise in building strategic partnerships and managing brand initiatives. Demonstrated ability to optimize processes and improve team performance through effective communication and engagement speaking.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Event Manager and Travel Coordinator,
HelmsBriscoe
02.2019 - 01.2026
- Recruited and developed top-tier candidates for positions across the Southeast U.S., enhancing team capabilities.
- Led logistics coordination for national events, ensuring seamless execution and client satisfaction.
- Managed budgets and expenditures to ensure cost-effectiveness while upholding quality standards.
- Streamlined communication channels to enhance information flow and accelerate decision-making.
VIP owner sales executive,
Hilton Grand Vacations Club
2014 - 2018
- Executed VIP owner sales strategies for Hilton's U.S. and international portfolio properties, enhancing owner engagement.
- Provided real estate support as Licensed Real Estate Associate at Hilton's corporate headquarters, facilitating property transactions.
- Coordinated corporate fundraising initiatives for Hilton, aligning team efforts to achieve fundraising goals.
Media Spokesperson and Experience Curator,
Aloft Hotel
2012 - 2014
- Developed and branded charity events and corporate gatherings, enhancing audience engagement through interactive performances.
- Collaborated with production teams to create innovative show concepts and segments, elevating overall production quality.
- Scripted and delivered promotional content for upcoming events and shows.
- Coordinated logistics for on-site events, facilitating seamless execution and maximizing guest satisfaction.
Director of Training and Recruiting
Central Florida Investments, Inc
1998 - 2011
- Developed training programs and growth opportunities for coaching staff, enhancing leadership skills and overall performance.
- Director of Training for all U.S. properties; awarded 'Closing Officer of the Year' for 3 consecutive years.
- Developed training programs for diverse employee roles to obtain 92% client retention.
- Conducted performance assessments and identified improvement areas, facilitating targeted development initiatives.
Event Coordinator and Production Manager
Sparks Productions
1996 - 2004
- Coordinated interactive and immersive corporate events, ensuring seamless execution and high attendee engagement.
- Collaborated with executives and celebrities on-site across U.S. and international locations to enhance event experience.
- Developed event concepts, ensuring alignment with client objectives and branding.
Spokesperson/Talent Scout,
John Casablancas & Elite Model/Talent Management
1993 - 1995
- Developed and implemented creative recruitment strategies to attract diverse talent.
- Coordinated job fairs and networking events, elevating visibility and engagement for employer brand.
- Coordinated photo shoots with photographers and videographers, enhancing visual content for promotional campaigns.
Actress and Celebrity Spokesperson
Universal Studios Florida
1991 - 1993
- Captivated audiences with dynamic performances by exhibiting creative improvisation skills during live, real-time performances.
- Adapted performances to align with diverse themes and audience demographics, enhancing overall audience experience.
- Collaborated with fellow artists to create impactful scripts and choreography that resonated with audiences.
Special event entertainer/Performance Dancer
Walt Disney World & Tokyo Disneyland
1989 - 1991
- Executed choreographed routines in themed productions, captivating audiences across multiple venues.
- Interacted with audiences to elevate their experience during live shows and parades.
Education
Institute of Florida Real Estate, Orlando, FL -
Florida Licensed Realtor
Florida Notary Association, Orlando FL -
Notary Public
Some College (No Degree) -
South Florida Community College, Avon Park, FL
Skills
- Experiential event planning, marketing, and venue selection
- Resource allocation
- Recruitment strategies
- Customer relationship management
- Brand management
- Salesforce administration
- High-Impact communication
- Staff training, team building, and development
- Coaching and mentoring
- Performance and contract management
- Strategic event coordination
- Stakeholder engagement
- Innovative Problem-Solving
Timeline
Event Manager and Travel Coordinator,
HelmsBriscoe
02.2019 - 01.2026
VIP owner sales executive,
Hilton Grand Vacations Club
2014 - 2018
Media Spokesperson and Experience Curator,
Aloft Hotel
2012 - 2014
Director of Training and Recruiting
Central Florida Investments, Inc
1998 - 2011
Event Coordinator and Production Manager
Sparks Productions
1996 - 2004
Spokesperson/Talent Scout,
John Casablancas & Elite Model/Talent Management
1993 - 1995
Actress and Celebrity Spokesperson
Universal Studios Florida
1991 - 1993
Special event entertainer/Performance Dancer
Walt Disney World & Tokyo Disneyland
1989 - 1991
Institute of Florida Real Estate, Orlando, FL -
Florida Licensed Realtor
Florida Notary Association, Orlando FL -
Notary Public
Some College (No Degree) -
South Florida Community College, Avon Park, FL
Professional Coaching And Training Seminars
- Anthony Robbins
- Dean Graziosi
- Zig Ziglar
- Tim Foley
- Tom Hopkins
Professional Coaching and Training Seminars
- Anthony Robbins: Date With Destiny, Unleash the Power Within.
- Dean Graziosi: Mastermind World Summit, Thrive in 2025.
- Zig Ziglar: Leadership Training, See You at the Top.
- Tom Hopkins: Mastering the Art of Sales.
- Lisa Maile Image & Acting School: Public engagement speaking, improvisational, method acting.