LEISHA SANTILLI
Midlothian,Virginia
Summary
Experienced event manager skilled in planning and executing successful in-person and virtual events, conferences, and trainings. Proficient in all aspects of event management, including initial planning, vendor selection, budgeting, on-site logistics, and post-event evaluation. Proven track record of achieving event objectives and surpassing attendee expectations.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Member Services and Event Manager
Virginia Sexual and Domestic Violence Action Alliance
09.2021 - Current
- Implemented innovative event themes and designs to create memorable experiences for attendees.
- Organized special events for members, fostering a sense of community within the organization.
- Prepared marketing materials that would be sent out to members, which detailed new events, promotions, and activities that were coming up.
- Developed creative events and trainings that exceeded client expectations and garnered positive feedback from attendees.
- Spearheaded venue selection process, negotiating favorable terms while remaining within budget constraints.
- Oversaw registration systems and attendee management, streamlining operations for a seamless guest experience at each event.
- Delivered successful database migration projects, ensuring seamless transitions with minimal disruption to business operations.
Development Coordinator
Community Brain Injury Services
10.2018 - 09.2021
- Maintained accurate donor records using database management systems, ensuring efficient tracking of contributions and communication history.
- Developed and maintained relationships with new and current sponsors, donors, volunteers and other key constituents
- Created marketing materials for donor communications, effectively conveying the organization''s mission and impact on the community.
- Planned and implemented fundraising events including the annual gala, Mill House Pig Out, Giving Tuesday and End of Year Giving.
- Managed administrative and onsite logistics of events including establishing budgets, registration and check out, Banquet Event Orders, audio-visual needs, promotions, and on site logistics.
Senior Director of Events
Special Olympics Virginia
02.2007 - 08.2018
- Planned, executed and provided on site support for statewide championships, meetings, and training events for numbers per event from 200 to 2000 registered attendees, plus volunteer support
- Developed volunteer policies and procedures, codes of conduct and volunteer standards
- Collaborated with team on creation of all event registration materials, promotional materials and updating event website and social media outlets
- Oversaw preparation and management of event budgets to deliver at or below projected costs
- After action items included drafting attendee and vendor invoices, post-event evaluations using Google Docs and Survey Monkey, interpreting surveys and recommending changes for future events
Education
Certificate - Health And Wellness Coach
Health Coach Institute
Boise, ID03.2020
Emerging Non Profit Leaders Certificate -
Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, VA2013
Bachelor of Science - Consumer Affairs
Ohio State University
Columbus, OH06.2002
Skills
- Event logistics coordination
- Meticulous attention to detail
- Cultural competency
- Sponsorship relationship management
- Clear interpersonal communication
- Strategic planning
- Effective relationship management
- Social media strategy development
Timeline
Member Services and Event Manager
Virginia Sexual and Domestic Violence Action Alliance
09.2021 - Current
Development Coordinator
Community Brain Injury Services
10.2018 - 09.2021
Senior Director of Events
Special Olympics Virginia
02.2007 - 08.2018
Certificate - Health And Wellness Coach
Health Coach Institute
Emerging Non Profit Leaders Certificate -
Virginia Commonwealth University
Bachelor of Science - Consumer Affairs
Ohio State University
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