MEGHAN RYAN
NY/NJ
Summary
Detail driven event specialist skilled in producing seamless, high impact events. Experienced in logistics management, vendor relations, and stakeholder alignment, consistently driving ROI and lead generation through strategic planning and creative event concepts.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
National Events Marketing Specialist
COHNREZNICK
03.2025 - Current
- Lead planning and execution for internal and client-facing events across multiple sectors, aligning program objectives with firmwide business goals.
- Manage budgets from $8K to $2M, overseeing financial planning, vendor negotiations, forecasting, and marketing strategy.
- Execute programs, including the LA Consumer CFO Dinner at Spago, partner business activator trainings, new office openings and business of sports events.
- Coordinate with cross-functional teams to deliver seamless experiences from planning through on-site execution.
- Provide post-event insights and recommendations that support continuous improvement.
Associate Producer
HANGARFOUR CREATIVE
03.2024 - 08.2024
- Supported the planning and execution of client events for brands, including Delta Airlines and Match Group.
- Managed timelines, logistics, creative direction, and production elements.
- Oversaw budgets of up to $1.5M and coordinated vendor operations.
- Supervised on-site production to maintain quality and resolve issues efficiently.
- Developed and pitched innovative, on-brand event concepts that elevated RFP submissions and secured new business with clients ranging from L'OR Espresso to Naturium Skincare.
Senior Production Coordinator
HANGARFOUR CREATIVE
09.2023 - 03.2024
- Built event content aligned with client and brand objectives.
- Negotiated vendor contracts and supported financial targets.
- Implemented streamlined event workflows using Asana.
- Cultivated vendor relationships, and monitored industry trends.
Recruiting Coordinator
AMAZON
04.2021 - 09.2023
- Managed hiring workflows for 150+ roles per year, improving overall efficiency.
- Achieved a 95% candidate satisfaction rate through clear communication.
- Improved offer acceptance rates by 15% through partnership with hiring teams.
- Trained more than 50 interviewers within Amazon Advertising.
- Completed Amazon Advertising Campaign & Creative Manager Career Track Program.
Casting Assistant
TELSEY + COMPANY CASTING
08.2017 - 09.2020
- Supported casting for Broadway productions valued at more than $400 million such as Hamilton and Mean Girls.
- Contributed to a 70% diverse ensemble for West Side Story through targeted outreach.
Casting Assistant
JS CASTING
01.2017 - 08.2017
- Supported casting for unscripted TV including Cooks vs. Cons and Ink Master.
Education
Bachelor of Arts -
Ithaca College
Ithaca, NY12-2016
Timeline
National Events Marketing Specialist
COHNREZNICK
03.2025 - Current
Associate Producer
HANGARFOUR CREATIVE
03.2024 - 08.2024
Senior Production Coordinator
HANGARFOUR CREATIVE
09.2023 - 03.2024
Recruiting Coordinator
AMAZON
04.2021 - 09.2023
Casting Assistant
TELSEY + COMPANY CASTING
08.2017 - 09.2020
Casting Assistant
JS CASTING
01.2017 - 08.2017
Bachelor of Arts -
Ithaca College