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Molly Cavanaugh

Calamus,IA

Summary

Highly organized and detail-oriented professional passionate about executing exceptional events that achieve established goals. Experience with planning, budgeting and coordinating wide variety of both small-scale and large-scale events. CStrong communicator and negotiator able to foster relationships with key stakeholders and vendors.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Event Specialist

John Deere
03.2023 - Current
  • Led onsite execution of events, overseeing setup, breakdown, troubleshooting any issues as they arose while maintaining composure under pressure for a professional outcome every time.
  • Expedited contract negotiation processes by reviewing, editing and preparing critical documents for stakeholder approval.
  • Interfaced with stakeholders to understand event objectives.
  • Negotiated and worked with venues and vendors to carry out event objectives.
  • Assessed overall event success continuously by tracking key performance indicators and utilizing data-driven insights for continuous improvement in planning and executing future events.
  • Analyzed post-event feedback, implementing improvements based on insights gained for future success rates of the events organized.
  • Developed planning strategies while creating and maintaining best practices for budgets, project plans, event timelines, and presentations.
  • Managed administrative logistics of events planning, event booking, and event promotions.
  • Managed event logistics and operations.
  • Elevated guest satisfaction by addressing concerns promptly and professionally during events.
  • Ensured smooth event operations through diligent coordination with vendors and staff members.
  • Coordinated florists, photographers, and musicians for events.

Sales Support Specialist

Pigott
02.2022 - 03.2023
  • Coordinated responses and resources to handle special client requests.
  • Assisted customers with sales needs such as inventory and shipping questions.
  • Managed customer accounts, responding to inquiries and resolving customer service issues
  • Expedited product delivery times for enhanced customer satisfaction through close coordination with supply chain partners.
  • Received and organized vendors samples for use by sales team.
  • Participated in sales strategy meetings to provide valuable input resulting in the development of innovative approaches to reach target audiences.
  • Boosted sales performance by providing timely and efficient support to the sales team.

Program, Event & Marketing Coordinator

DeWitt Chamber & Development Company
07.2018 - 02.2022
  • Lead the implementation of DCDC programs and events, including but not limited to: quarterly luncheons, monthly business networking events, Summer Movies in the Park, Autumn Fest, Hometown Christmas, Success Roundtables, STEM Fest & Manufacturing Day, Look Local First Programming, Welcome to DeWitt Kits, DeWitt Delivers! Blog, Member Choice Awards and the DCDC Year in Review.
  • Manage DCDC website, social media posts and campaigns for all programs and events.
  • Develop, implement, and manage marketing plans to publicize DCDC programs and events to the appropriate audiences. This includes, but is not limited to news releases, event marketing tools, brochures, website updates, radio interviews and social media posts.
  • Evaluate program and event effectiveness, implementing changes and improvements as needed.
  • Manage and meet budges associated with the different programs and events.
  • Work closely with volunteer committees to prepare meeting agendas, minutes and budgets, as well as making sure each committee volunteer has identified their appropriate tasks and is completing them in a timely manner.
  • Attend each program/event and "the day of" to ensure all events/programs run properly.
  • Write informal and formal content for a variety of media channels including website, social media outlets, community blog and monthly membership newsletter.
  • Research, secure and manage sponsorships for DCDC programs and community events.
  • Mentor and engage intern on daily office tasks and collaborate with for event planning and marketing efforts.
  • Attend occasional professional development training courses or conferences.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Apparel Merchandising And Design

Iowa State University
Ames, IA
05.2014

Associate of Arts - General Education

Clinton Community College
Clinton
05.2012

Skills

  • Travel Arrangements
  • On-site Execution
  • Event Planning Expertise
  • Branding Consistency
  • Speaker Coordination
  • Social Media Promotion
  • Logistics Management
  • Budget Management
  • Business Development
  • Post-event Analysis
  • Entertainment Booking
  • Vendor negotiation
  • Budget Development
  • Guest List Management
  • Contract Negotiations
  • Venue Selection
  • Registration management
  • Event Evaluation
  • Sponsorship Acquisition
  • Exhibit Management
  • Time Management
  • Event Setup and Breakdown
  • Event Planning
  • Vendor Relations
  • Branding

Certification

  • Event Management Certified - Cvent
  • Attendee Hub Certified - Cvent

Timeline

Event Specialist

John Deere
03.2023 - Current

Sales Support Specialist

Pigott
02.2022 - 03.2023

Program, Event & Marketing Coordinator

DeWitt Chamber & Development Company
07.2018 - 02.2022

Bachelor of Science - Apparel Merchandising And Design

Iowa State University

Associate of Arts - General Education

Clinton Community College

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