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Melissa Gnoth

IMPERIAL,PA

Summary

Equipped with 24 years of leadership experience in event planning, group coordination, and program development, with a strong commitment to exceeding client expectations. Proven ability to design and execute comprehensive events and services—from initial planning to post-event follow-up—with consistent, outstanding results. Highly skilled in managing logistics, vendor relations, and high-touch group experiences. Adept at building lasting professional relationships with clients and community partners. Thrives in fast-paced, high-pressure environments while delivering seamless, detail-oriented outcomes for diverse audiences.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Billing Specialist

Wilke & Associates
Pittsburgh, PA
10.2024 - Current
  • Reviewing work-in-progress (WIP) and preparing invoices per client engagement requirements
  • Reconciling WIP and accounts receivable balances
  • Processing and recording accounts receivable transactions
  • Preparing bank deposits and monthly client statements.
  • Researching and resolving billing or payment discrepancies.
  • Assisting partners with client billing and WIP analysis.
  • Preparing detailed invoices as needed.

Director of Student Life

Pittsburgh Technical College
Oakdale, PA
05.2000 - 05.2024
  • Developed the Department of Student Activities at Pittsburgh Technical College. This includes student activities, intramural programs, and student organizations.
  • Coordinated and executed over 50 campus events annually, including student orientations, workshops, and student celebrations for over 2,100 students. Events consisted of eight large-scale activities (300-600 attendees, with budgets from $9,000 to $20,000) and 50 smaller-scale activities (100-500 attendees, with budgets up to $1,000).
  • Managed event logistics such as venue selection, room setup, A/V, catering, and transportation.
  • Oversaw event budgets up to $80,000, including tracking expenditures, processing vendor payments, and adhering to college financial policies.
  • Collaborated with various campus departments, student leaders, and external vendors to deliver seamless event experiences.
  • Developed marketing materials and communication plans to promote programs to a diverse student audience. This included: Chief Editor of Communications, i.e. FYI: A Student Newsletter, content management for the student portal, and student engagement on Facebook and Instagram pages created marketing and advertising promotions for all student events and activities.
  • Assisted in the facilitation of annual familiarization trips for Hospitality and Travel students, and assisted in planning and executing a post-event travel show.
  • Collaborated with student leaders to develop and supervise over 18 student organizations.
  • Coordinated staff and faculty events, Health & Wellness Center Ribbon Cutting, educational programs, Holiday parties throughout the academic year, ensuring smooth logistics, timely communication, and high attendee satisfaction.
  • Led a team of five staff members and seven student workers while fostering a collaborative and supportive
    work environment and achieving departmental goals.

Education

Master of Science - Higher Education Administration

University of Nebraska
NE

Bachelor of Science - Resort, Recreation and Hospitality Management

Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania
Slippery Rock, PA

Associate of Science - Business Administration

Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania
Slippery Rock, PA

Skills

  • Core Strengths:
    Attention to detail Time management Multitasking under pressure Creative problem solving Adaptability Professionalism
  • Event planning: event logistics, venue coordination, catering and hospitality, run-of-show development, on-site event execution, post-event evaluation
  • Communication & Collaboration:
    Cross- department coordination Student, Staff and Faculty relations Customer service Team leadership Conflict resolution
  • Project & Budget Management:
    Budget tracking Vendor negotiations Contract management Timeline planning
  • Tools & Software:
    Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) Google Workspace Canva Zoom / MS Teams SurveyMonkey Ticket Leap Zeffy
  • Client Relationship Management:
    Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, understanding their unique needs, and delivering solutions that exceed expectations, ensuring high satisfaction and repeat business

Affiliations

  • President, West Allegheny Boys Soccer, August 2024 - Current
  • Team Manager, Beadling Soccer Club, 2018 – Current
  • Treasurer, West Allegheny Swim & Dive Boosters, 2022 – 2024
  • PTA President, Vice President and Secretary, West Allegheny Middle School, 2020- - 2023
  • President, Secretary, Community Days Chair and Board Member, North Fayette Parks and Recreation, 2007 - 2022

Timeline

Billing Specialist

Wilke & Associates
10.2024 - Current

Director of Student Life

Pittsburgh Technical College
05.2000 - 05.2024

Master of Science - Higher Education Administration

University of Nebraska

Bachelor of Science - Resort, Recreation and Hospitality Management

Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania

Associate of Science - Business Administration

Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania

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