

Dynamic event leader and strategist with extensive experience in guiding cross-functional teams in the successful production of large-scale global events and trade shows. Proven track record in managing all facets of event planning, logistics, and staff management to ensure seamless execution from conception to completion. Expertise in optimizing the customer journey to create memorable experiences, along with a history of developing effective communication plans, branding, and promotions. Recognized for strong negotiation skills with vendors and a talent for building cohesive teams while mentoring members to achieve performance excellence and career growth.
* Program Design and Implementation: Conceptualized and launched the Seller Café program as a cornerstone of Amazon Accelerate, providing sellers with direct access to Amazon subject matter experts for personalized consultations and actionable business solutions.
* Strategic Planning and Execution: Developed and executed a comprehensive strategy for the Seller Café, ensuring alignment with Amazon Accelerate’s mission to empower sellers and enhance their business strategies
* Personalized Seller Support: Designed and managed tailored consultation sessions, including 40-minute in-person meetings and 20-minute virtual support stations, to address specific seller challenges and unlock growth opportunities.
* Operational Leadership: Oversaw the scheduling and logistics of Seller Café appointments, including pre-event bookings and virtual walk-up stations, ensuring seamless experiences for registered attendees.
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* Expert Collaboration: Coordinated with Amazon subject matter experts across diverse categories, such as account health and advertising, to provide sellers with specialized guidance and insights.
* Feedback-Driven Program Expansion: Leveraged seller feedback to identify high-demand topics and expand the scope of the Seller Café menu, ensuring relevance and value for participants.
* Engagement Optimization: Implemented strategies to enhance seller participation and satisfaction, resulting in Seller Café becoming one of the most popular features of Amazon Accelerate.
* Impact Measurement and Reporting: Established metrics to evaluate program success, delivering detailed reports to stakeholders on seller engagement, satisfaction, and business outcomes.
* Event Management Expertise: Directed the integration of Seller Café into Amazon Accelerate, ensuring the program’s prominence and accessibility to attendees on a first-come, first-served basis.
* ness Strategy Enhancement: Empowered sellers with practical solutions and actionable strategies to improve their business operations, fostering long-term growth and success.
Certified Meeting Profession (CMP), Events Industry Council
- Completion planned for 2026
The Star Award Recipient, MPI Potomac Chapter (Excellence in meetings and event execution), March 2017 / The Spirit Award Recipient, Bank of America (Annual award for top 10% of overall performers), June 2004
Traveling
Inernational cuisine
Architecture
Diverse cultures
Film and television production
Festivals and cultural events