Nia Zadzisa
Chicago,IL
Summary
To find your purpose, take what you love, and ask how you can turn that love into service to the world. My purpose is to create beautiful and mind-altering experiences for the world; I know this because I possess a deep love for art, planning, and inspiring new ideas. My commitment to my purpose is the driving force behind my resilience and creativity. I search for my next job with the intention to work in alignment with my purpose, build meaningful connections, and drive growth for every brand, project, or partner I get the opportunity to work with.
-Nia
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Project Manager
The 1937 Group
08.2023 - 08.2024
- Oversaw the planning, execution, and completion of projects, ensuring they met objectives, stayed on schedule, and remained within budget while effectively managing team dynamics and stakeholder communications.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to develop creative project timelines and deliverables.
- Lead client meetings addressing updates, projections and client needs.
- Led project planning and execution for multiple client initiatives.
- Developed comprehensive project schedules and timelines for deliverables.
- Facilitated regular team meetings to ensure alignment and progress updates.
- Oversaw resource allocation to maximize team efficiency and productivity.
- Implemented process improvements to enhance project management practices.
- Maintained records of all documents related to each project including specifications, change orders, invoices.
- Collaborated closely with senior management on long-term strategic planning initiatives related to projects in development or execution stages.
- Conducted periodic inspections of job sites for quality and progress.
Lead Event Coordinator
KVL International Marketing Agency
06.2022 - 08.2024
- Coordinated logistics for events from planning through execution stages.
- Managed vendor relationships to secure services and supplies for events.
- Developed event timelines to ensure all tasks were completed on schedule.
- Collaborated with marketing teams to promote events through various channels.
- Oversaw volunteer recruitment and training for event support roles.
- Designed décor concepts that aligned with event themes and objectives.
- Facilitated post-event evaluations to gather feedback and improve future events.
- Maintained accurate records of all expenses associated with each event.
- Hired and supervised team members throughout duration of event ensuring tasks were completed efficiently.
- Provided support during the execution of events by troubleshooting any problems that arose during the course of the day.
- Developed detailed agenda outlining timeline of activities during each event.
- Ensured compliance with governmental cannabis and event regulations.
- Conducted research into venues, vendors and new trends in order to stay up-to-date on industry best practices.
- Reviewed contracts with vendors prior to signing off on agreements.
- Developed risk management plans for each event based on potential hazards identified pre-event.
- Oversaw catering services to ensure food was provided in a timely manner according to dietary requirements specified by guests.
- Coordinated setup of audio and visual equipment before the start of each event.
- Created marketing materials such as flyers, posters and emails to promote the events.
Field Marketing & Sales Manager
The 1937 Group
01.2023 - 08.2023
- Developed processes for Field Marketing operations including hiring, onboarding, reporting, scheduling and field processes.
- Executed targeted marketing campaigns and lead the sales team to drive customer engagement and increase revenue.
- Grew the in store brand ambassador team from 0 to 10 to manage 380 retail locations throughout Illinois.
- Assisted in managing logistics, planning, and execution of regional events, trade shows, and customer engagement activities
- Managed full cycle of ambassador experience from scheduling, in store process through KPI tracking.
- Mentor and support team members on field marketing best practices, account-based marketing, and sales alignment
• Generated regular reports on marketing activities, providing insights and recommendations to senior management and clients. - Mentored and support team members on field marketing best practices, account-based marketing, and sales alignment
Event Coordinator
Freelance Sole Proprietorship Event Services
06.2018 - 06.2022
- Developed and executed full-scale events which included logistical planning, creative marketing, graphic design, developing & executing sales initiatives, vendor management, client management and day of event direction.
Skills
- Event design and logistical planning
- Strategic thinking and brand development
- Operational development and project management
- Creative vision and strategy
- Project management
- Vendor negotiation
- Effective communication
- Account development
- Creative direction
- Product launches
- Attention to detail
Passion
My passion for creativity, impact and beauty are the driving forces behind everything I do. Whether I am designing, problem-solving, or simply appreciating the world around me, I pour my heart into every detail, striving to create meaning and harmony. This deep enthusiasm fuels my perseverance, inspiring me to push boundaries, embrace innovation and leave the world more beautiful than I found it.
Open To
- Remote
- On site
- Travel/relocating
Job Experiences
- Project Manager, The 1937 Group. Oversaw the planning, execution, and completion of projects, ensuring they met objectives, stayed on schedule, and remained within budget while effectively managing team dynamics and stakeholder communications.
- Lead Event Coordinator, KVL International Marketing Agency. Led the development of innovative concepts and visual strategies that effectively communicated brand, product and event visions to engage audiences across various platforms., Coordinated and executed various events, managing logistics, vendor relationships, sponsorship sales and budgets to ensure each occasion was profitable for the brand and memorable for attendees., Implemented marketing strategies to drive ticket sales.
- Field Marketing Manager, The 1937 Group. Developed processes for field ambassador operations as well as Field Marketing operations. Executed targeted marketing campaigns and build the sales ambassador team to cover from 0- 380 dispensaries in Illinois.
- Event Coordinator, Freelance Events. Developed and executed full-scale events which included logistical planning, creative marketing, graphic design, developing & executing sales initiatives, vendor management, client management and day of event direction.
Certification
CPMP
Timeline
Project Manager
The 1937 Group
08.2023 - 08.2024
Field Marketing & Sales Manager
The 1937 Group
01.2023 - 08.2023
Lead Event Coordinator
KVL International Marketing Agency
06.2022 - 08.2024
Event Coordinator
Freelance Sole Proprietorship Event Services
06.2018 - 06.2022