Laura M. Belluomini
Mount Prospect,IL
Summary
Seasoned business development professional and event strategist bringing years of experience in diverse markets spanning healthcare, technology, insurance and hospitality. Proficient in operational excellence, process optimization and flawless execution.
Personable. Resourceful. Capable.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Event Specialist
Metropolis Ballroom
03.2025 - Current
- Design and execute full cycle of events from concept to completion, ensuring alignment with client vision and objectives
- Collaborate with culinary, operations, and marketing teams to facilitate seamless event execution
- Utilize event management applications to craft proposals, contracts, floor plans, menus and timelines
- Cultivate partnerships with vendors, community leaders, and businesses to co-market and create new event opportunities
Sales, Marketing & Events Coordinator
opX LLC
Palatine, Illinois
11.2020 - 11.2023
- Collaborated with vendors, clients, and internal teams to plan group meetings and coordinate outreach and community engagement
- Supported sales procedures, order processing, customer service, and client relation initiatives
- Managed stakeholder communications to ensure project alignment and optimized outcomes
- Organized meetings, prepared agendas, and recorded minutes for effective collaboration across multiple teams
Independent Consultant Corporate Events
Creative Group Inc.
Schaumburg, Illinois
02.2014 - 03.2015
- Coordinated registration and scheduling for large corporate incentive trips, ensuring seamless participant experience
- Delivered customer service support for 30,000 attendees, enhancing event satisfaction
- Facilitated logistics coordination for large scale corporate events and incentive trips
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to implement innovative solutions to enhance client satisfaction
Licensed Insurance Producer / Customer Service Specialist
Allstate Insurance
Arlington Heights, Illinois
09.2012 - 01.2014
- Sold multiple insurance products through strategic upselling and acquisition of new clients, contributing to revenue growth.
- Achieved sales goals and maintained service standards, enhancing overall customer experience.
- Managed high volume service calls while coordinating multiple projects, ensuring timely resolution and customer satisfaction.
Business Development Specialist
McGladrey
Chicago, Illinois
10.2011 - 09.2012
- Engaged C level executives to promote financial, audit, and IT services, enhancing client relationships.
- Worked directly with Financial Advisory Partners on multiple sales initiatives in the private equity space, financial forensics & tax/audit
- Acted as internal liaison to facilitate regional IT sales strategies across markets, aligning efforts with organizational goals.
Regional Sales Manager
b2b4Business, Inc.
04.2001 - 12.2001
- Led lead generation and new business acquisition initiatives in Chicago market to expand customer base.
- Launched new e-commerce solution for online B2B transactions in various markets
- Enhanced customer acquisition strategies to strengthen market presence and increase sales.
- Developed and executed sales training program while managing onboarding for all regional new hires
Medical Sales Representative
Cytyc Corporation
Boxborough, Massachusetts
01.2000 - 04.2001
- Promoted innovative cervical cancer screening technology within Chicago medical market
- Established screening technology as the standard of care in key medical facilities
- Hosted product demonstrations, lunch-and-learns, and educational events to drive utilization
- Selected as team leader to develop strategic sales initiatives for increased market saturation and early adoption
- Completed first year at 129% of quota, finishing second in the region.
Pharmaceutical Sales Representative
Dura Pharmaceuticals
04.1998 - 01.2000
- Generated over 30% increase in prescription volume for core products consistently month after month
- Developed key relationships with physicians and pharmacies in Chicago market to drive prescription sales.
- Coordinated physician events and seminars to enhance brand visibility and market saturation
- Achieved Presidents Club recognition for outstanding sales performance in 1999
Account Manager
ASAP Software
07.1993 - 04.1998
- Managed largest government contract within public sector market, ensuring compliance and client satisfaction
- Sold over 30,000 software titles and licensing agreements, driving revenue growth through key corporate and government accounts
- Achieved Sales Representative of the Month award eight times for outstanding performance in sales.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Economics
Northern Illinois University
DeKalb, ILSkills
- Project management
- New business development
- Lead Generation
- Account development
- Sales Forecasting
- Networking skills
- Contract Negotiation
- Proposal/Contract Creation
- Community Engagement
- Stakeholder Relations
- New Event Sourcing
- Event Execution
- CRM, Placez, Caterease, Office Suite Proficiency
- Vendor Sourcing
- Logistics Coordination
- Team Collaboration
- Budget Planning
Accomplishments
- Alpha Sigma Alpha Sorority, Rush Co-Chair, NIU
- Completed San Diego Marathon, raising over $10,000 for Arthritis Foundation
- BEHIV Educational Outreach Program Volunteer
References
Available Upon Request
Timeline
Event Specialist
Metropolis Ballroom
03.2025 - Current
Sales, Marketing & Events Coordinator
opX LLC
11.2020 - 11.2023
Independent Consultant Corporate Events
Creative Group Inc.
02.2014 - 03.2015
Licensed Insurance Producer / Customer Service Specialist
Allstate Insurance
09.2012 - 01.2014
Business Development Specialist
McGladrey
10.2011 - 09.2012
Regional Sales Manager
b2b4Business, Inc.
04.2001 - 12.2001
Medical Sales Representative
Cytyc Corporation
01.2000 - 04.2001
Pharmaceutical Sales Representative
Dura Pharmaceuticals
04.1998 - 01.2000
Account Manager
ASAP Software
07.1993 - 04.1998
Bachelor of Science - Economics
Northern Illinois University