Michelle Dimond, CMP
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Event leader with extensive experience in strategizing, planning, and executing high-impact events. Responsible for generating $20M in customized event experiences across diverse regions. Skilled in developing high-performing teams centered on client relationships, vendor partnerships, and streamlined operational excellence.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Events
Access DMC
Las Vegas, NV
11.2023 - Current
- Leads a team of high-producing event managers, operating $20M across 2 territories
- Implements overall event strategy to align with company revenue goals, KPI's, and annual budgets
- Provides onsite and planning support for major events and key clients to ensure seamless processes and premium service levels
- Leading partnership negotiations with a robust vendor network to secure cost-effective, high-quality products
- Streamlines processes to improve operational efficiency and creates opportunities for cross-departmental collaboration
Senior Events Manager
Access DMC
Las Vegas, NV
08.2021 - 11.2023
- Planned and executed events exceeding $5M in annual revenue.
- Ranked as top performer in revenue generation, ASOs, and client surveys (100% return rate, 98% satisfaction score)
- Created unique experiences with corporate and incentive clients, from planning to execution
- Orchestrated all aspects of vendors, venues, hotel partners, and staff to ensure seamless operation
- Oversaw contracting and budgets for each program to ensure profitability.
Director of Global Events
NS8
Las Vegas, NV
01.2019 - 09.2020
- End-to-end project management and logistical planning, including custom exhibit booths, marketing materials, speaking engagements, live events, VIP functions
- Managed annual global events budgets of $2M+ across 50+ events/year
- Partnered with internal stakeholders, sales, product, partnership, and marketing teams across US, APAC and EMEA to align global events with campaigns and strategic efforts
- Negotiated sponsorship contracts while nurturing supplier relations
Project Manager
Evolutionary Events
Las Vegas, NV
04.2016 - 12.2018
- Full-scope meeting and event planning, including corporate meetings, incentives, weddings, and trade show activations from conception to completion.
- Monitored multiple program budgets and timelines, ensuring alignment with project deliverables.
- Executed high-quality events by coordinating with vendors on setups, menus, entertainment, and transportation.
- Cultivated robust client relationships to enhance repeat business opportunities.
Event Services Manager
Sands Expo
Las Vegas, NV
08.2013 - 03.2016
- Organized event details and logistical planning of corporate events and trade shows from 20 - 60,000 attendees
- Ensured safety and security of onsite venue operations at 380,000 sq ft exhibition space across 4 expo halls and meeting space
- Managed interdepartmental operations to deliver seamless event production and fulfillment of AV, F&B, electrical, rigging, IT, show set, and cleaning services.
- Oversaw on-site move-in/out of trade shows and large-scale production events, coordinating with general contractors and outside vendors
Trade Show Registration Coordinator
Experient (now part of Maritz)
Las Vegas, NV
10.2010 - 07.2013
- Directed onsite registration and lead retrieval operations at over 20 trade shows each year
- Conducted temp staff training across the country, shipping logistics, server and workstation setup/teardown
- Ensured secure management of attendee data through detailed reporting and regular platform quality assessments
Education
B.s. - Hotel Administration
University of Nevada, Las Vegas
01.2010
B.A. - Mass Communications
University of California, Berkeley
01.2009
Skills
- Event Strategy & Project Management
- Building Stellar Event Ops Teams
- Client Relationships
- Partnership & Vendor Negotiations
- Empathic Problem Solving
- Data Analytics & Reporting
- Budget Management & Maximizing Profits
- Brand Sponsorships
Timeline
Director of Events
Access DMC
11.2023 - Current
Senior Events Manager
Access DMC
08.2021 - 11.2023
Director of Global Events
NS8
01.2019 - 09.2020
Project Manager
Evolutionary Events
04.2016 - 12.2018
Event Services Manager
Sands Expo
08.2013 - 03.2016
Trade Show Registration Coordinator
Experient (now part of Maritz)
10.2010 - 07.2013
B.s. - Hotel Administration
University of Nevada, Las Vegas
B.A. - Mass Communications
University of California, Berkeley
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