Kimberly Risso
Cameron Park,CA
Summary
I have a proven ability to create professional and well-orchestrated events. With meticulous planning, attention to detail, and a creative mindset, I consistently deliver exceptional experiences for clients and guests. My expertise in event management, vendor coordination, and logistical planning ensures seamless execution from start to finish. From corporate conferences to social gatherings, I have a track record of exceeding expectations and creating memorable moments. Let me bring my passion for event planning and dedication to excellence to the DLA Piper family.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
EVENT MANAGER
Twin Rocks Estate Winery
2023.04 - Current
- Managed budgets and negotiated contracts with vendors, ensuring cost-effective event execution.
- Nurtured and built relationships with vendors and industry contacts to obtain best pricing and services for events.
- Streamlined event planning processes by implementing efficient project management strategies.
- Implemented innovative event themes and designs to create memorable experiences for attendees.
- Created and implimented a winery social media presence to boost revenue stream.
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR & SENIOR GENERAL MANAGER
Stanford University Hospitality & Auxiliaries
2018.09 - 2023.03
- Special and high-profile event design and execution for Stanford departments, alumni, partnership and recruiting companies
- Implemented emerging innovation to increase participant engagement and client satisfaction
- Strategic conference planning including catering, content management, speaker communication, technical services, custom set design, and virtual presentation coordination
- Clientele relationship development
- Oversight of the Stanford Redwood City campus Hospitality & Auxiliaries programs (retail, catering, conferences and special programming)
- New Hospitality & Auxiliaries concept strategy, development, and implementation
- Team management, professional training, and mentoring
- Website, marketing and printed messaging and development in partnership with Strategic Communications
- Budget management and stakeholder financial reporting
- Facility enhancements.
GENERAL MANAGER – MUNGER CATERING & EVENTS
Stanford University Hospitality & Auxiliaries
2010.05 - 2018.09
- Munger Conference Center management, event scheduling, and event execution
- Creating comprehensive event orders, catering arrangements and floor plans for Stanford conferences, reunions, recruitment events, and presentations
- Clearly and concisely communicating with clientele
- Catering menu development
- In-house team management and third-party vendor oversight
- Team training
- Facility management
- Managing budgets and reporting to key stakeholders
- Food and beverage safety oversight.
Education
B.A. - Business & Managerial Economics
UC Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara2005
Skills
- Event planning and execution
- Innovative
- Multitasking
- Problem-solving
- Collaboration
- Stakeholder communication
- Business development
- Project management
- Dependability
- Integrity
Technology Skills
- Microsoft Office Suite, emphasis on Excel & PowerPoint
- Cvent & Social Tables
- Google Docs
- Zoom
- WebEx
Awards
Keith L. Guy Award for Exemplary Service, Stanford University - 2019
References
- Monique Chao Norquist, Director of Programs and Special Events, Stanford Law School, 650.725.5001, chaom@law.stanford.edu
- Jason Helmers, Facilities Director, Stanford Law School, Stanford University, 650.444.4249, jhelmers@stanford.edu
- Michael Gratz, Executive Director of Hospitality & Auxiliaries, Stanford University, 650.387.9685, mgratz@stanford.edu
- Carole Brande Virtucio, Knight-Hennessy Scholars Events Manager, Stanford University, 650.505.7199, cbrande@stanford.edu
- Joanne Conlu, Event Manager, Stanford University, jconlu@stanford.edu
Timeline
EVENT MANAGER
Twin Rocks Estate Winery
2023.04 - Current
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR & SENIOR GENERAL MANAGER
Stanford University Hospitality & Auxiliaries
2018.09 - 2023.03
GENERAL MANAGER – MUNGER CATERING & EVENTS
Stanford University Hospitality & Auxiliaries
2010.05 - 2018.09
B.A. - Business & Managerial Economics
UC Santa Barbara
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