LINDSAY GARRET
Marlboro
Summary
Event professional with extensive experience planning and executing corporate conferences, meetings, virtual webinars, and large-scale trade show conventions. Highly organized and adept at managing multiple projects simultaneously to ensure seamless execution and strong attendee satisfaction. Known for creative problem-solving and the ability to thrive in fast-paced, high-pressure environments. Proven success in strategic planning, vendor negotiation and relationship management, and event marketing to deliver cost-effective, engaging, and memorable event experiences.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Events Manager, Community Engagement
Wiley
Hoboken
09.2022 - 02.2026
- Led end-to-end strategy and implementation of in-person and virtual events across the Assessments portfolio, supporting four global brands: Everything DiSC®, The Five Behaviors®, The Leadership Challenge®, and PXT Select®.
• Planned and executed 39 annual events, including a 150-attendee in-person Award Summit, 5 virtual conferences with up to 500 registrants each, and 16 brand showcases averaging 200 participants, consistently delivering high-quality experiences.
• Owned the full event lifecycle from leading project planning, budget development and reconciliation, venue sourcing and contract negotiation, PO and contract approvals, lodging and catering coordination, vendor management, agenda development, production schedules, floor plans, signage, materials, and onsite execution.
• Directed virtual event production, overseeing platform logistics, audiovisual details, and live event management from setup through delivery.
• Partnered cross-functionally with content and social marketing teams to drive pre- and post-event communications and ensure accurate lead capture and campaign tracking.
• Managed trade show and conference operations, including exhibitor booth experience, show logistics, staffing coordination, branded materials, and onsite delivery.
• Sourced and secured speakers and entertainment, enhancing event value and audience engagement.
• Managed and cultivated vendor relationships including venues, hotels, caterers, production teams, and event speakers —ensuring exceptional service and seamless collaboration.
• Spearheaded event management, turning high-pressure moments into flawlessly executed, impactful experiences.
• Delivered post-event reporting, evaluating performance metrics and implementing strategic improvements to elevate attendee experience and business outcomes.
• Designed and built event registration landing pages, organized a custom mobile app for an in-person event, monitored attendee engagement, and managed reporting all in Cvent Event Management Platform.
Coordinator, Camp College & Special Youth Programs
Mercer County Community College
11.2018 - 02.2022
- Organized summer youth programs and trips for 1,000 campers: researched venues and vendors, negotiated contracts, managed billing, and reserved transportation.
- Composed an annual camp catalog with over 500 course offerings.
- Arranged a new camp program during the pandemic that successful kept 300+ campers and staff safe.
- Initiated a series of marketing campaigns including social media, web advertising, emails, and community engagement.
- Increased camp revenue to $1M through extensive marketing and brand awareness.
- Maintained excel spreadsheets to track enrollment, expenses, and payroll.
- Managed 35+ Instructors and purchased their course supplies.
- Collaborated with other departments on campus to prepare for the camp season.
Marketing Events Specialist
SHI, International Corp.
06.2012 - 11.2018
- Planned and executed 25+ marketing events annually, which generated revenue and sales growth for the company. Events budgeted between $5k- $1M and ranged from: Sales Conferences, Sales Huddles, Customer Events, Field Events, Meet & Greets, Lunch & Learns, and Trade Shows.
- Managed various event operations such as: selecting a venue, contracting, negotiating pricing, reserving transportation, booking hotel accommodations, catering, and coordinating audio/visual arrangements.
- Built and managed content for SHI's mobile event apps through Cvent Event Management platform.
- Assisted with the implementation of using Cvent's Event Management software for event registration and OnArrival app.
- Created an online store for over 2,000 employees to easily request company branded promotional giveaways for customer field events.
- Engaged in weekly calls and Quarterly Business Review meetings with vendors to discuss marketing plans, budgets, content development, and training programs.
- Generated marketing contracts and reported financials.
Inside Sales Manager- Verizon Enterprise Account
SHI, International Corp.
05.2011 - 06.2012
- Supported asset recovery services for Verizon customers.
- Ensured smooth implementation of disposal services, ran reconciling reports, and placed partner invoices and orders.
- Trained Sales Account Managers in SHI's asset recovery services during a period of expansion.
Project Coordinator
Picture Us Perfect
08.2006 - 05.2011
- Scheduled and coordinated meetings, appointments, and travel arrangements for supervisors.
- Prepared and processed invoices, quotes, contracts, and other documents, using Microsoft Word, Excel, and/ or PowerPoint software.
- Contacted and followed up with clients to ensure ongoing customer satisfaction and resolved any complaint.
Education
B.A. - English
Monmouth University
01.2008
Skills
- Event planning and project coordination
- Tradeshow management
- Adaptability in high-pressure environments
- Stakeholder and vendor relations
- Multitasking and prioritization
- Problem solving
- Self-motivation
- Deadline and time management
- Attention to detail
- Attendee engagement strategies
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Event management software expertise (Cvent)
Certification
Cvent Event Management Certification
Timeline
Events Manager, Community Engagement
Wiley
09.2022 - 02.2026
Coordinator, Camp College & Special Youth Programs
Mercer County Community College
11.2018 - 02.2022
Marketing Events Specialist
SHI, International Corp.
06.2012 - 11.2018
Inside Sales Manager- Verizon Enterprise Account
SHI, International Corp.
05.2011 - 06.2012
Project Coordinator
Picture Us Perfect
08.2006 - 05.2011
B.A. - English
Monmouth University