Taylor Proudfoot
Downers Grove,IL
Summary
Highly organized and detail-oriented Event Planner of 8 years with a strong performance history of developing creative, effective and successful events and experiences. Possesses excellent communication and interpersonal skills to establish and maintain strong relationships with senior leaders and key stakeholders across the organization. Dependable and hard working candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude and high degree of accuracy.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Event Planner
Motorola Solutions, Inc.
04.2023 - Current
- Ownership of 25+ events annually from strategy development, RFP, negotiations, project planning and contracting to onsite execution and post-event evaluations and budget reconciliation
- Manages a diverse portfolio of internal corporate events, including senior leadership programs, incentive programs, recognition events and trade shows simultaneously, while maintaining a high level of organization and attention to detail
- Strong track record of developing and maintaining strong working relationships with senior leadership, stakeholders, team members and external vendors
- Develops creative, memorable event concepts that exceed client expectations and consistently garner positive feedback from attendees and key stakeholders.
Event Planner
Pampered Chef, A Berkshire Hathaway Company
03.2019 - 11.2021
- Managed overall recognition program for independent sales consultants through incentive travel, promotional products and recognition events
- Facilitated sourcing, contracting, communications, planning and execution of annual domestic and international incentive programs for independent sales consultants ranging in size from 750-1,250 attendees
- Sourced, designed and communicated promotional items for independent sales consultants to use for marketing and recruiting purposes
- Maintained all vendor relationships for logo wear merchandise, promotional items and gifting
- Planned and executed recognition events for top sales consultants at National Conference and bi-annual leadership meetings
- Adapted quickly to unforeseen circumstances or changes in the event landscape, implementing contingency plans as needed
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign
Champaign, IL05.2016
Skills
- Multitasking and Prioritization
- Team Player
- Nimble
- Problem Solving
- Creativity
- Client-centric Approach
- Program Planning and Development
- Calm and Professional Demeanor
- Resourceful
- Receptive & Adept
- Meticulous and Conscientious
Timeline
Senior Event Planner
Motorola Solutions, Inc.
04.2023 - Current
Event Planner
Pampered Chef, A Berkshire Hathaway Company
03.2019 - 11.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign
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