Martha Quinteros
Rocklin,CA
Summary
Experienced with team leadership, strategic planning, and operational management. Utilizes effective communication and organizational skills to drive project success. Track record of fostering productive work environments and achieving set goals.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Event Organizer
Independent Contractor
08.2010 - 03.2013
- Manage logistics, including collaboration with local governments and embassies to ensure artistic quality, contract negotiation, and budget allocation for successful social functions.
- Establish clear objectives and goals for each event, drive execution toward goals and measured and monitored results to track impact.
- Build and implement cost reduction strategies and industry best practices, reduce expenses and streamline planning and delivery.
- Research vendors and locations, liaised between staff and facilities and contract teams to coordinate event setup and teardown.
- Train and supervise staff to complete tasks on time.
- Manage administrative logistics of planning, booking, and promotions.
- Implement contingency plans to address last-minute changes or unforeseen events.
- Create detailed timelines and budgets for events to meet all deadlines.
- Implement protocols and procedures to effectively manage planning process.
- Compile detailed event reports, documenting all aspects of each event.
- Coordinate transportation and parking arrangements for guests and vendors.
- Develop and distribute event surveys to gather feedback and assess event success.
- Coordinate travel and accommodations for event artist.
Cultural Manager
Fundacion Teatro Nacional Sucre
12.2003 - 09.2009
- Oversee budget planning for efficient resource allocation in program implementation.
- Coordinate logistics for events, including venue selection, scheduling, and vendor management.
- Collaborate with other departments to integrate culture-focused content into broader organizational objectives.
- Serving as a liaison between Embassies and the Foundation to facilitate cross-cultural support.
- Coordinate foundation events in different cities of the country including Galapagos Islands,
- Negotiate contracts with performers, artists, and other service providers to secure high-quality talent for events.
- Increase attendance at cultural events by designing targeted marketing campaigns.
- Manage the team ensure successful event execution and positive experiences for attendees.
- Promote inclusivity by incorporating various cultural perspectives into programming.
- Provide leadership, guidance and support to staff members.
- Monitor program performance and outcomes for successful delivery of services.
- Create and manage budgets, efficiently allocating resources for social and community service projects.
- Manage collaborations with hotels and transport for international artist.
Education
Master of Arts - Corporate Event Management
Complutense University of Madrid
Spain 06-2003
Bachelor's Degree With Major in Tourism Management -
SEK International University
Quito-Ecuador 09-2001
Skills
- Budgeting and finance
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving
- Active listening
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Task prioritization
- Self motivation
- Conflict resolution
- Documentation
- Maintenance scheduling
- Inventory management
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
French
Limited Working
Timeline
Event Organizer
Independent Contractor
08.2010 - 03.2013
Cultural Manager
Fundacion Teatro Nacional Sucre
12.2003 - 09.2009
Master of Arts - Corporate Event Management
Complutense University of Madrid
Bachelor's Degree With Major in Tourism Management -
SEK International University
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