Lynn Williams
St Johns,FL
Summary
Results-driven Vice Presiden, high-energy, positive thinking professional who is a builder of relationships, teams, partnerships, organizations and strategies for overall growth and success of objectives. I am highly motivated with a strong sense of purpose and believe I can make a positive difference in any organization. Strategic planning outside-of-the-box initiatives and identifying the key sources for growth and roadblock resolution is my specialty. Seasoned sales, organization management, conference manager and non-profit BOD fundraising experience.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
VP, Community & Strategic Partnerships
The ASCII Group
09.2023 - Current
- Cultivated strong relationships with key stakeholders, including members, vendor partners, and community leaders to promote collaboration and long-term success & growth.
- Identified strategic partners and negotiated exclusive benefits for members to add value.
- Negotiated high-value contracts that maximized profitability while mitigating risks for the organization.
- Host 9 live conferences with speaking and overall experience.
- Created additional events called Taste of Success for channel engagement, recruited sponsors, venue & menu negotiation and host in person.
Director, Community & Strategic Partnerships
The ASCII Group
10.2022 - Current
- Cultivated an ecosystem of IT professionals, members, new vendor partners to create maximum value of the membership.
- Negotiated & sealed partnerships with significant organizations for community growth.
- Public speaking on the value of community.
Senior Event Manager & Member Relations
The ASCII Group
12.2021 - Current
- Oversaw all aspects of event logistics, from registration to post-event follow-up activities.
- Developed innovative marketing strategies to promote events, resulting in higher attendance rates.
- Established strong relationships with vendors and suppliers, ensuring seamless event execution.
Member Relations & Marketing Manager
The ASCII Group
10.2015 - Current
- Planned all vendor marketing programs, managed & executed all deliverables.
- Created an excellent ecosystem of service & experience for members.
- Recruited attendees for our live events and attended as on-property management.
BOD - President
Hospice of St Mary's
06.1998 - 04.2007
- Cultivated strong relationships with external partners to foster collaboration and maximize resources.
- Prepared annual budget forecasts and monitored performance to meet organizational objectives.
- Lead a team of professionals to meet budget needs and create new revenue streams through events and partnerships.
BOD Events & Fundraising Chair
Patuxent Naval Air Museum
02.1998 - 03.2007
- Expanded the donor base through targeted outreach efforts and networking within the community.
- Optimized use of existing donor database software through regular updates and system maintenance.
- Cultivated a strong sense of teamwork among committee members by fostering open communication and collaboration on projects.
- Developed donor relationships resulting in increased financial support for the organization.
Conference Manager
La Costa Resort & Spa
06.1994 - 10.1997
- Developed comprehensive project plans, outlining milestone deadlines and deliverables for successful conference organization.
- Ensured proper communication channels were established pre-, during-, and post-event stages allowing smooth information flow amongst all parties involved.
- On-site overall conference experience for clients.
Program Coordinator
The Muscular Dystrophy Association of Los Angeles
10.1992 - 06.1994
- Facilitated regular meetings with team members to discuss progress updates, address challenges, and brainstorm solutions for ongoing success.
- Established strategic partnerships with external organizations, expanding program reach and impact.
- Planned and executed all fundraising events to include the Magic Johnson Sports Star Award Gala & Auction in Beverly Hills, CA.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Marketing
Iowa State University
Ames, IA05.1991
Skills
- Team Leadership
- Relationship Building
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Business Development
- Contract Negotiation
- Partnerships and Affiliations
- Public Speaking
- Strategic business planning
Timeline
VP, Community & Strategic Partnerships
The ASCII Group
09.2023 - Current
Director, Community & Strategic Partnerships
The ASCII Group
10.2022 - Current
Senior Event Manager & Member Relations
The ASCII Group
12.2021 - Current
Member Relations & Marketing Manager
The ASCII Group
10.2015 - Current
BOD - President
Hospice of St Mary's
06.1998 - 04.2007
BOD Events & Fundraising Chair
Patuxent Naval Air Museum
02.1998 - 03.2007
Conference Manager
La Costa Resort & Spa
06.1994 - 10.1997
Program Coordinator
The Muscular Dystrophy Association of Los Angeles
10.1992 - 06.1994
Bachelor of Science - Marketing
Iowa State University
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