Energetic Event Manager with 15+-year successful career in planning, coordinating and delivering small to large-scale industry specific events on time and within stringent budgets. Proven ability to develop creative, effective and successful event strategies. Adept at managing all aspects of event planning including logistics, venue selection and catering.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Event Planning Manager
Canon Medical Informatics
Minnetonka, MN
12.2022 - Current
Managed $750k comprehensive budget to stay within financial constraints, to deliver at or below projected costs.
Worked with professional vendors to create memorable and successful events
Promoted adherence to industry event requirements through delegation, prioritizing and management of entire event lifecycle from concept to execution
Evaluated existing plans, processes and events planning services to identify opportunities for improvement.
Delivered prompt payment for event vendors, venues, staff and transportation providers
Developed and distributed event surveys to gather feedback and assess event success
Supported senior leadership by developing status reports on activities related to planning, scheduling, cancellation, inquiries, resourcing, risk mitigation, and proposal development for various events
Marketing Manager
Midwest Sign & Screen Printing Supply Co
St. Paul, MN
09.2008 - 01.2022
Managed yearly marketing budget and associated P&L to develop and execute marketing strategies and sales plans for business segments
Managed internal and external digital and social media campaigns to promote brand awareness, increase lead generation, and promote sales
Implemented monthly digital marketing campaigns with vendors to promote their products, including 4-month promotion that resulted in 15% increase in 3M product sales
Collaborated on full redesign of corporate e-commerce website utilizing Magento 2 platform, and account setup process, resulting in averaging 11% quarterly sales
Created company brand messaging and collateral materials, including sales tools, sell sheets, and presentations
Managed and cultivated relationships with multiple outside vendors and contractors, including event companies, manufacturers, for event management