Experience
History Colorado Center  July 2015 - Present
AXS Group   March 2014 - April 2015
DMC Network, LLC  2009 - April 2015
Meeting Professionals International   July 2013 - June 2014
The Arrangers DMC  September 2009 - March 2014
Meeting Professionals International Rocky Mountain Chapter   July 2012 - June 2013
MPI Rocky Mountain Chapter   July 2011 - June 2012
Rocky Mountain Chapter Meeting Professionals International   June 2008 - January 2011
Catering By Design  March 2009 - September 2009
Catering By Design  January 2007 - August 2008

Skills
Event Planning, Event Management, Special Events, Team Building, Hospitality, Conferences, Corporate Events, New Business Development, Hospitality Industry, Meeting Planning, Trade Shows, Hospitality Management, Food & Beverage, Catering, Sponsorship, Hotels, Marketing, Public Relations, Customer Service, Sales, Entertainment, Wedding Planning, Parties, Events, Social Media, Weddings, Convention Services, Live Events, Private Events, Social Media Marketing, Social Networking, Coordinating Events, Incentives, Marketing Communications, Budgets, Fundraising, Event Producing, Holidays, AV, Resorts

Education
Colorado State University   1987 — 1989
Bacholor of Arts, Music, Theatre

Moody Bible Institute   1984 — 1987
Bachelor of Arts, Music

High School   1978 — 1982
Graduate, Heritage Christian

Experience
ACCESS Destination Services  June 2013 - Present
Meeting Professionals International   February 2013 - June 2013
Chicago Travel Consultants, Inc. (CTC)   March 2010 - June 2013
Meeting Professionals International   July 2009 - November 2010
GIO Global Intelligence  June 2009 - March 2010
Hotel Sax Chicago  September 2009 - January 2010
Fig Media  May 2006 - May 2009
Fig Media Inc.  January 2005 - May 2009
Fig Media Inc.  January 2004 - May 2009

Skills
Event Planning, Event Management, Account Management, Supervisory Skills, Special Events, Sales, Leadership, Business Development, Hotels, Leadership Development, Corporate Events, Advertising, Project Planning, Trade Shows, Research, Stage Management, Budgets, Team Building, Marketing, Public Relations, Customer Service, CRM, New Business Development, Social Media Marketing, Training, Social Media, Customer Satisfaction, Social Networking, Facebook, Entertainment, Management, Meeting Planning, Catering, Public Speaking, Hospitality, Parties, Marketing Communications

Education
Wright Leadership Institute   2004 — 2014
Human Potential and Development

Indiana University Bloomington   1996 — 2000
BA, Theater

Experience
CMHC - SCHL  June 2015 - Present
Meeting Professionals International   2009 - Present
Environment Canada  October 2014 - May 2015
Fisheries and Ocean Canada   March 2014 - August 2014
Environment Canada  October 2013 - March 2014
Fisheries and Oceans Canada  July 2013 - October 2013
Gowlings - Gowling Lafleur Henderson LLP   June 2010 - June 2013
65 Roses Gala for Cystic Fibrosis   2004 - 2013
Child & Youth Friendly Ottawa   April 2009 - March 2010
TELUS Communications  July 2008 - January 2009

Skills
Event Management, Community Investment, Sponsorship Development, Media & Entertainment, Media Relations, Community Relations, Public Relations, Marketing Communications, Sponsorship, Broadcast, Television, Event Planning, Video Production, Publicity, Volunteer Management, Corporate Events, Marketing, Fundraising, Strategy, Strategic Communications, Community Development

Education
Algonquin College of Applied Arts and Technology   2010 — 2014
Graduate Certificate (Hons.), Conventions and Meetings Management

Algonquin College of Applied Arts and Technology   1985 — 1987
Diploma, Radio and Television Broadcasting

Experience
Arizona State University  October 2014 - Present
Hotel Valley Ho  May 2014 - June 2014
College of Public Programs  July 2012 - May 2014
Hotel Valley Ho  December 2013 - April 2014
Sheraton Suites St. Louis City Center   December 2013 - January 2014
Special Event Planner's Association   December 2012 - January 2014
ASU Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication   September 2013 - December 2013
M.Y. Events   June 2013 - August 2013
M.Y. Events   March 2012 - March 2013
Meeting Professionals International   December 2011 - January 2013

Education
Arizona State University   2010 — 2014
Bachelor's degree, Tourism Development and Management, Senior

Experience
Pan Pacific Vancouver  September 2015 - Present
Pan Pacific Vancouver  May 2013 - September 2015
Pan Pacific Vancouver  March 2013 - May 2013
Meeting Professionals International   September 2012 - May 2013
604 Imports   December 2008 - May 2012

Skills
Hospitality Management, Tourism, Hotels, Teamwork, Event Management, Sales/Marketing, Sales Operations, Food & Beverage, Customer Service, Hospitality, Event Planning, Social Media Marketing, Market Research, Time Management, Advertising, Marketing, Video Editing, Adobe, Rooms Division

Education
British Columbia Institute of Technology / BCIT   2011 — 2013
Diploma, Marketing Management - Tourism

British Columbia Institute of Technology / BCIT   2007 — 2008
Associate's degree, Video Editing

Experience
California Orthopaedic Association   August 2013 - Present
Meeting Professionals International   2013 - 2013
Melia Cozumel All Inclusive Golf and Beach Resort   May 2012 - July 2012
Melia Puerto Vallarta All Inclusive   June 2011 - July 2011
Bureau of Land Management  June 2010 - May 2011
California State Capitol  September 2009 - May 2010
Winters Health Care   2006 - 2009

Skills
PowerPoint, Microsoft Office, Spanish, Event Planning, Microsoft Excel, Tourism, Hospitality, Social Media Marketing, Fundraising, Customer Service, Administrative Work, Multi-Cultural Team..., Organization, Program Evaluation, Research, Inclusiveness, Photoshop, Listening to customers, Passion for Helping..., Event Management, Social Media, Microsoft Word

Education
California State University-Sacramento   2008 — 2013
Bachelor's degree, Commercial Recreation

Experience
Myhill Partners   September 2014 - Present
Center for Executive Education, Haas School of Business, UC Berkeley   July 2011 - August 2014
Center for Executive Education, Haas School of Business, UC Berkeley   April 2010 - July 2011
American Animal Hospital Association  August 2008 - June 2009
Meeting Returns   June 2004 - July 2008
Meeting Professionals International   2002 - 2004
Meeting Professionals International   1998 - 2002
Dallas Arboretum  1994 - 1998

Skills
Meeting Planning, Public Speaking, Event Planning, Event Management, Strategic Planning, Program Development, Leadership Development, Adult Education, Budgets, Project Management, Staff Development, Instructional Design, Curriculum Design, Public Relations, Marketing Communications, Program Management, Training, Strategy, Volunteer Management, Management, Nonprofits, Leadership, Marketing, Recruiting, Data Analysis, Teaching, Project Planning, Community Outreach, Proposal Writing, Workshop Facilitation, Organizational..., Higher Education, Grant Writing

Education
Baylor University
BA, Museum Studies

The George Washington University
Master of Arts in Teaching

Experience
Hotel Maya a DoubleTree by Hilton  August 2015 - Present
Hotel Maya a DoubleTree by Hilton  November 2013 - Present
Meeting Professionals International   2015 - 2015
Meeting Professionals International   2015 - 2015
Avenue of the Arts Wyndham Hotel  February 2013 - November 2013
Joe's Crab Shack  2007 - 2012
Joe's Crab Shack  2007 - 2012
Joe's Crab Shack  2007 - 2012
Bistango   March 2010 - January 2011

Skills
Sales Management, Catering, Conference Coordination, Corporate Events, Coordinating Events, Hospitality Management, Meeting Planning, Hotels, Hospitality, Food & Beverage, Convention Services, Hotel Management, Event Management, Hospitality Industry, Microsoft Excel, Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Event Planning

Education
California State University-Fullerton   2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Entertainment and Tourism

Cypress College
Airline and Travel Careers

Experience
The Mosaic Company  2005 - Present
Meeting Professionals International   June 2012 - June 2013
Meeting Professionals International   June 2011 - June 2012
Ecolab  1998 - 2004

Skills
Trade Shows, Event Management, Event Planning, Meeting Planning, Marketing, Sponsorship, Social Media Marketing, Corporate Events, Project Planning, Marketing Communications, Public Relations, Management, Fundraising, Marketing Strategy

Education
University of St. Thomas   1998 — 2002
Master of International Management, Concentration in International Marketing and German

Coe College
BA, Business & German

Experience
University of British Columbia Ceremonies and Events   September 2015 - Present
Liu Institute for Global Issues  September 2008 - Present
Meeting Professionals International   2009 - 2014
United Way of the Lower Mainland  August 2013 - December 2013
CN  October 2006 - September 2008
Procter & Gamble  June 2005 - October 2006

Skills
Excellent Communication..., Strong Mathematical..., Proven Problem Solving..., Technical Report Writing, Management Training, Team Player, Microsoft Office, SIMS Software, Lotus Notes, Audio/Visual..., AutoCAD, TDG Certification, WHIMS Certification, SmartFTP, Conference Services, Conference Coordination, Teamwork, Event Planning, Executive..., Fundraising, Problem Solving, Video Conferencing, Meeting Planning, Public Speaking, Communication

Education
British Columbia Institute of Technology   2008 — 2012
Marketing Management, Event Marketing, Graduated With Distinction

Seneca College of Applied Arts and Technology   1996 — 1999
Diploma, Environmental Engineering Technology/Environmental Technology

St. Lawrence College   1994 — 1995
Business Administration and Management, General

Experience
Horizon Realty Advisors  January 2015 - Present
Indiana Thespians   June 2012 - Present
Horizon Realty Advisors  February 2014 - January 2015
Meeting Professionals International   May 2013 - March 2014
General Hotels   October 2013 - January 2014
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc.   July 2013 - October 2013
White Lodging Services  December 2012 - July 2013
MEETING PROFESSIONAL INTERNATIONAL INDIANA   June 2012 - July 2013
White Lodging Services  April 2012 - December 2012
Ricker’s Oil Company   March 2010 - March 2012

Skills
Hospitality, Hotels, Hospitality Management, Customer Satisfaction, Catering, Hospitality Industry, Public Relations, Management, Sales, Delphi, Event Management, Social Media, FOSSE, Sales Coordination, Customer Service, Customer Retention, Opera, Real Page, OneSite, Lead 2 Lease, Marketing, Apartments, Leasing, multi-family apartments, Building Relationships

Education
Ball State University   2007 — 2012
BS, Hospitality and Food Management

Muncie Central   2003 — 2007

Experience
Meeting Professionals International   August 2006 - October 2013
Society of Petroleum Engineers  January 2001 - October 2002
Eicon Networks  November 1991 - September 2000

Skills
Budgets, Association Management, Strategic Planning, Non-profits, Event Management, Marketing, Nonprofits, Cross-functional Team..., Strategy, Marketing Communications, Team Leadership, Management, Contract Negotiation, Leadership, Strategic Partnerships, Forecasting, Business Strategy, Team Building, Business Planning

Education
Chapman University
Master of Business Administration (MBA)

University of North Texas
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Finance

Experience
Display Group   July 2012 - Present
Meeting Professionals International   September 2010 - Present
McDonald's Corporation  July 2005 - July 2012
Michigan Boating Industries Association  May 2011 - September 2011
Gus Macker Basketball Tournament   April 2011 - May 2011
Meeting Professionals International   August 2010 - May 2011
New Venture Competition   April 2011 - April 2011
City of Hannibal, Missouri   March 2011 - April 2011
Central Michigan University  2010 - 2011
Central Michigan University Athletics  September 2009 - November 2010

Skills
Event Planning, Sales Support, Marketing Communications, Social Media Marketing, Promotions, Meeting Planning, Trade Shows, Trade Show Coordination, Event Management, Public Relations, Social Media, Press Releases, Event Marketing, Public Speaking, Leadership, Marketing, Fundraising, Facebook

Education
Central Michigan University   2006 — 2011
Bachelor of Applied Arts, Communication; Interpersonal Communication concentration, Event Management

Experience
Traverse City Downtown Development Authority   September 2013 - Present
Fifth Third Bank  June 2013 - November 2013
Central Michigan University  January 2012 - May 2013
Meeting Professionals International   January 2012 - May 2013
Grand Traverse Resort and Spa  2012 - 2012
The Original Manton Mini Mart   September 2007 - September 2011
Arby's Restaurant  January 2005 - August 2006

Skills
Event Planning, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Customer Service, Volunteer Management, Event Management, Social Media, Public Speaking, Facebook, Microsoft Word, Research, Fundraising, Microsoft Excel, Higher Education, Editing, Community Outreach, Public Relations, Time Management, Social Networking, Marketing, Hospitality

Education
Central Michigan University   2009 — 2013
B.A.A., Entrepreneurship and Food Service Administration (Minor in Hospitalities Service Administration), Senior

Experience
Relayware   August 2014 - Present
Young Event Professionals   January 2013 - Present
UNISON: The Collaborative Meeting Experience   March 2008 - July 2014
Meeting Professionals International   February 2012 - July 2013
Rockland Music Conservatory   March 2010 - February 2012
Town of Orangetown, New York   November 2007 - January 2012
Putian University and the USC Lippo Education Fund   March 2005 - July 2006
Microsoft, Inc.   June 2005 - June 2006
Apple Computer, Inc.   October 2003 - May 2005

Skills
Communications, Public Relations, IT Strategy, IT Governance, Government Relations, Government, Legislation, Public Policy, Community Relations, Strategic Communications, Media Relations, Public Speaking, Editing, Press Releases, Community Outreach, Speech Writing, Corporate Writing, Writing, Political Campaigns, Community Development, Nonprofits, Event Planning, Social Media, Management, Leadership, Program Development, Social Networking, Marketing Communications, Email Marketing, Leadership Development, Blogging, Salesforce.com, Event Management, Lead Generation, Proposal Writing, Politics, Volunteer Management, Internal Communications, Budgets, CRM, Communication

Education
Burning Man

Landmark Education   2013 — 2014
The Landmark Forum

University of Southern California   2001 — 2005
BS

Experience
Loews Hotels  October 2013 - Present
Meeting Professionals International   September 2014 - Present
Simplement 2   November 2012 - Present
Loews Hotels  May 2013 - October 2013
Loews Hotels  January 2012 - May 2013
Loews Hotels  December 2008 - December 2011
Hotel Le Crystal   January 2008 - December 2008
W Montreal Hotel  August 2005 - January 2008
Westin Hotels & Resorts  May 2007 - August 2007

Skills
Hotels, Resorts, Tourism, Hospitality Industry, Hospitality Management, Sales, Hospitality, Trade Shows, Marketing, Training, Marketing Strategy, Management, Sales Management, Banquets, Catering, Recruiting, Budgets, Food & Beverage, Customer Service, Forecasting, Hotel Management, Revenue Analysis

Education
Université du Québec à Montréal   2004 — 2007
B.A.A, Tourism and Hospitality Management

Universidad del Mayab   2006 — 2006
B.A.A, Tourism and Hospitality Management

Cégep de Sainte-Foy   2001 — 2003
DEC, Languages

Experience
Baylor S3 Board Member   October 2011 - December 2014
Jack Morton Worldwide  April 2011 - December 2014
Meeting Professionals International   March 2009 - February 2011
FC Dallas & Pizza Hut Park   January 2004 - October 2008
Texas Tornado Hockey  March 2003 - December 2003
Host Communications  May 1999 - July 2001
Streetball Partners International  June 1996 - May 1999
Streetball Partners International / Host Communiations   October 1994 - July 1996
The Quaker Oats Company  April 1988 - July 1994
Tatham, Laird Kudner   April 1985 - March 1988

Skills
Sponsorship, Contract Negotiation, Marketing Communications, Sports Marketing, Event Management, Social Media, Marketing Strategy, Business Development, Trade Shows, Event Planning, Marketing, Integrated Marketing, Public Relations, Social Media Marketing, Advertising, Strategy, Staff Management, Experiential Events, Strategic Planning, Leadership, Corporate Communications, Strategic Communications, Brand Management, Management, Creative Direction, Sales, Budgets, Program Management, Market Research, Relationship Marketing, Media Planning, Brand Development, Social Networking, Media Relations, Strategic Partnerships, Digital Marketing, Online Marketing

Education
Indiana University Bloomington   1980 — 1984
BA, Telecommunications, Business

Experience
Meeting Professionals International   February 2015 - Present
Northstar Travel Media  February 2010 - January 2015
Northstar Travel Media  September 1997 - February 2010
Northstar Travel Media  March 1994 - September 1997
Northstar Travel Media  April 1993 - March 1994
Northstar Travel Media  May 1990 - April 1993
The Record  January 1985 - May 1990
Ocean County Reporter   May 1980 - January 1985

Skills
Digital Media, Online Advertising, Online Marketing, Business Development, Event Management, Social Media Marketing, Online Publishing, Email Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Strategic Partnerships, Advertising Sales, Operations Management, Integrated Marketing, Sales Management, B2B, Marketing Communications, Lead Generation, Trade Shows, Social Media, Contract Negotiation, Tourism, Publishing, Account Management, Magazines

Education
Georgian Court University   1980 — 1991
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Business Administration and Management, General

North Bergen High School, North Bergen, NJ 07047   1974 — 1978
High School Diploma

Experience
Centerplate  December 2003 - Present
Downtown Athletic Club & Hotel - Heisman Foundation   1999 - 2003
Bayards   1998 - 1999
Manhattan Penthouse   1997 - 1998
International Special Events Society  1997 - 1998
Meeting Professionals International   1997 - 1998
A Time To Party   1994 - 1997

Skills
Catering, Food & Beverage, Hospitality, Hospitality Management, Banquets, Restaurants, Hotels, Hospitality Industry, Menu Development, Food, Hotel Management, Culinary Skills, Resorts, Event Management, Restaurant Management, Trade Shows, Revenue Analysis, Corporate Events, Income Statement, Tourism, Customer Service, Food Service, Inventory Management, Customer Satisfaction, Micros, Budgets, Meeting Planning, Event Planning, Marketing, Fine Dining, Weddings, Parties, Leadership, Advertising, Wine, Cuisine, Pre-opening, Profit, Management, Wedding Planning, Sales, Private Events, Gourmet, Convention Services, Banquet Operations, Public Relations, Menu Engineering, Managing in a union..., Union, Rooms Division

Education
The George Washington University   1997 — 1997
Certificate in Event Management

New York University   1996 — 1996
Certificate in Banquet Management

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University

Experience
MPI, Philadelphia Chapter   August 2015 - Present
ACE Conference Center  March 2014 - Present
American Cancer Society  October 2009 - Present
Meeting Professionals International   2010 - 2015
ACE Conference Center  February 2004 - March 2014
Wyndham Hotel  March 2000 - February 2004
Hilton Valley Forge   1992 - 2000

Skills
Logistics Planning, Strategic Planning, Problem Solving, Meeting Planning, Event Planning, Event Management, Hospitality, Corporate Events, Hotels, Trade Shows, Catering, Hospitality Management, Budgets, Food & Beverage, Fundraising, Customer Service, Hospitality Industry, Tourism, Contract Negotiation, Marketing, Sales, Public Speaking, Team Building, Social Networking, Time Management, Online Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Public Relations, Email Marketing, Marketing Strategy

Education
Central Connecticut State University   1988 — 1992
BA, Geography--Travel & Tourism

Experience
Oncology Nursing Society  January 2015 - Present
Meeting Professionals International   2008 - Present
Sheraton Station Square Hotel/ Starwood Hotels & resorts Worldwide Inc   December 2012 - January 2015
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc.   March 2003 - December 2012

Skills
Six Sigma Green Belt, VP of Education MPI..., Six Sigma, Hotels, Convention Services, Meeting Planning, Hospitality Industry, Hospitality, Hotel Management, Hospitality Management, Yield Management, Event Management, Trade Shows, Banquets, Revenue Analysis, Catering, Corporate Events, Resorts, Food & Beverage

Education
Duquesne   1999 — 2005
Masters of Business Administration, Operation Management, Strategic Management and Sales Process

Duquesne University   1999 — 2005
Bachlor of Science, Management & Marketing

Experience
Meeting Professionals International   June 2015 - Present
Travel Alberta  July 2009 - Present
Meeting Professionals International   June 2014 - June 2015
Meeting Professionals International   June 2013 - June 2014
Meeting Professionals International   February 2011 - 2013
Ottawa Venues   July 2007 - July 2009
Ottawa Tourism  October 2005 - June 2007

Skills
Tourism, Conventions, Incentive Travel, Trade Shows, Event Planning, Conferences, Marketing Communications, Hospitality, Budgeting, Events, Account Management, Budgets, Business Development, Corporate Events, Event Management

Education
Algonquin College of Applied Arts and Technology   1994 — 1996
Hotel Restaurant Management

Experience
Tickled Media   January 2013 - Present
Alzheimer's Speaks Blog   March 2012 - Present
Meeting Professionals International   January 2003 - Present
Robinson Marketing LLC   1996 - Present
California Lawyer   March 2010 - April 2011
Entrepreneur Media  April 2010 - 2011
Law.com  February 2009 - 2010
Forbes Magazine  June 2009 - September 2009

Skills
Writing, Collateral Writing, Book Writing, Lifestyle Writing, Publicist, Public Relations, Marketing, Marketing Communications, Magazines, Editing, Editorial, Writers, Non-fiction Writer, Publicity

Education
Loyola Marymount University   1984 — 1987
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Business

University of Southern California   1981 — 1984

Experience
Plannernet and GCG Event Partners   2014 - Present
Meeting Professionals International   2010 - Present
BJ's Wholesale Club  2011 - 2012
Raytheon  2007 - 2010
Independant Consultant  2004 - 2006
US Fund for UNICEF  2002 - 2003
Genzyme Corporation  1999 - 2002
Liberty Mutual Insurance  1993 - 1999
Fidelity Investments  1989 - 1992

Skills
Event Planning, Project Management, Meeting Planning, Trade Shows, Fundraising, Event Management, Marketing, Marketing Communications, Human Resources, Office Management, Public Relations, Social Media Marketing, Event Marketing Strategy, Corporate Events, Program Management, Social Networking, Hospitality, Executive Administrator, Corporate Liaison, Client Liaison, Contract Negotiation, Budget Management, Meeting and Event..., Databases, Business Process..., Research, Retail Marketing, Retail Sales, Budgets

Education
Colby Sawyer College
Liberal Arts

Northeastern University
Certificate in Meeting Management, Meeting Management

Experience
Meeting Professionals International   June 2014 - Present
Meeting Professionals International   2008 - June 2014
MPI  2008 - 2008
Parks Associates  December 2004 - December 2007

Skills
Business Development, Integrated Marketing, Marketing, Advertising, Sponsorship, Trade Shows, Strategic Partnerships, Market Research, Event Management, Cross-functional Team..., Sales, Fundraising, Marketing Communications, Marketing Strategy, Project Management, Sales Management, Account Management, Corporate Events, Email Marketing, Event Planning, Meeting Planning, Time Management, Online Marketing, Leadership, Hospitality, Incentives, Contract Negotiation, B2B

Education
Tallinna Pedagoogikaülikool   1997 — 1999
M.A., Linguistics

The University of Göttingen   1997 — 1999
Linguistics

Tallinn University   1988 — 1993
B.A., Linguistics

Tallinn University
Ph. D., Linguistics

University of Helsinki
Linguistics

Experience
The Global Event Team   February 2011 - Present
Meeting Professionals International   2012 - 2014
Publicis Groupe  August 2008 - January 2011
Bonnier Corporation  September 2006 - March 2008
Publicis Groupe  November 2004 - September 2006
Convention Planning Services, Inc.   May 2003 - November 2004
Yesawich, Pepperdine, Brown & Russell   July 2000 - May 2003

Skills
Hotels, Event Management, Event Planning, Trade Shows, Meeting Planning, Hospitality, Social Media Marketing, Budgets, Marketing, Corporate Events, Account Management, Creative Direction, Incentives, Relationship Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Incentive Travel, Team Building, Sales, Advertising, Business Development, Resorts, Live Events, Sponsorship, Tourism, Marketing Communications, Hospitality Industry, Food & Beverage, Convention Services, Catering, Hospitality Management, Registration

Education
University of Central Florida   1998 — 2000
BA

Florida State University   1996 — 1998

Experience
Martinis & Magnolias   January 2010 - Present
Meeting Professionals International Greater New York Chapter   1992 - Present
Del Posto  April 2006 - January 2010
Country  June 2005 - January 2006
Smith & Wollensky  July 1996 - January 2005
Tavern on the Green  February 1994 - August 1995
Rainbow! The Rainbow Room & Suites   January 1993 - January 1994
Meeting Professionals International   1992 - 1992

Skills
Contract Negotiation, Meeting Planning, Hospitality, Corporate Events, Food & Beverage, Event Management, Event Planning, Hotels, Hospitality Management, Trade Shows, Catering, Hospitality Industry, Menu Development, Restaurants, Wedding Planning, Budgets, Private Events, Public Relations, Sales, Location Intelligence, Fine Dining, Wine, Parties, Leadership, Live Events, Management

Education
Barat College of DePaul University   1970 — 1974
BA, Theatre & Dance

Experience
CST Trust Company  June 2015 - Present
CST Trust Company  August 2015 - Present
CST Trust Company  May 2015 - Present
Meeting Professionals International   May 2015 - Present
Angel's Catering   December 2013 - Present
Loblaw Companies Limited  June 2006 - August 2015
International Special Events Society (ISES)   2014 - June 2015
Blackbox Communications  March 2015 - April 2015
Durham College  September 2014 - April 2015
Durham Continuing Education   October 2013 - November 2014

Skills
Event Management, Time Management, Event Planning, Customer Service, Team Leadership, Microsoft Office, Networking, Teamwork, Retail, Merchandising, Microsoft Excel, Inventory Management, PowerPoint, Data Entry, Microsoft Word, Visual Merchandising, Store Management

Education
Durham College   2014 — 2015
Graduate Program, Event Management, Honour Roll

Ryerson University   2008 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts, Arts and Contemporary Studies

Experience
HelmsBriscoe  September 2012 - Present
CalSAE   2005 - Present
Make-A-Wish America  November 2012 - July 2014
Meeting Professionals International   July 2012 - June 2013
Freeman  March 2008 - June 2012
Meeting Professionals International - Orange County Chapter  2005 - June 2012
InterContinental Hotels Group - Crowne Plaza Hotel   August 2006 - February 2008
The Avon 3 day   2000 - 2006
DABR Industries - Injection and Extrusion Sales   1997 - 2004
County of Los Angeles Internal Services Department (ISD)   1989 - 1997

Skills
Marketing, Sales, Strategic Partnerships, Trade Shows, Location Intelligence, Hospitality, Hotels, Hospitality Industry, Incentives, Event Management, Event Planning, Food & Beverage, Catering, Sponsorship, Live Events, Entertainment, Contract Negotiation, Hospitality Management, Meeting Planning, AV, Account Management, Public Relations, Fundraising, Sales Management, Customer Service, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Communications, Management, Marketing Strategy, Leadership, Budgets, Team Building, Social Media, Time Management, Revenue Analysis, Tourism, Resorts, Hotel Management, Market Planning, Convention Services, Social Networking, Incentive Travel, Relationship Marketing, New Business Development, Sales Presentations, Online Marketing, Strategic Planning, Business Travel, Customer Satisfaction, Corporate Communications

Education
Cypress College   2003 — 2005
AS, Business

Convention Industry Council CMP, Meeting Planning   1998 — 1998
Certified Meeting Professional (CMP)

California State University-Long Beach   1994 — 1996
Certificate, Professional Meeting Planning

Experience
American Cancer Society  March 2015 - Present
Intellisphere Oncology Specialty Group  December 2011 - March 2015
Meeting Professionals International   July 2010 - December 2011
Baylor University  January 2010 - May 2010
The Dr. Phil Show  June 2009 - July 2009
KWBU FM   July 2008 - May 2009

Skills
Strategic Planning, Problem Solving, Film Production, Final Cut Pro, Cool Edit, Google Analytics, SEO, HTML emails, Listrak, High Road, Salesforce, SAP, Aptify, Microsoft Office, Adobe Audition, Salesforce.com, Marketing Strategy, Content Management, Management, Social Networking, Marketing Communications, Email Marketing, Analysis, Online Marketing, Advertising Sales, Content Development, Digital Marketing, Film, Account Management, Magazines, Brand Development, Publishing, Social Media, Competitive Analysis, Entrepreneurship, Advertising, Public Relations, Facebook, Editing, Marketing, Event Management, Digital Media, Event Planning

Education
Baylor University   2006 — 2010
Bachelor of Arts, Film and Digital Media

Experience
Yes We Plan Event Management Inc.   November 2012 - Present
Confersense Planners Inc   November 2007 - September 2012
Meeting Professionals International   2008 - 2011
Canadian Aboriginal AIDS Network Inc   August 2007 - November 2007
Busan Foreign School   October 2005 - April 2007
Eastern English Academy   September 2003 - September 2005

Skills
Event Management, Trade Shows, Non-profits, Meeting Planning, Public Relations, Community Outreach, Sponsorship, Hospitality, Contract Negotiation, Location Intelligence, Event Planning, Training, Project Planning, Corporate Events, Volunteer Management, Fundraising, Entertainment, Hotels, Media Relations, Marketing, Live Events, Tourism, Association Management, Corporate Communications, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Food & Beverage, Strategic Communications, Customer Service, Program Development, Social Networking, Management, Revenue Analysis, Public Speaking, Coordinating Events, Leadership, Hospitality Industry, AV, Leadership Development, Resorts, Registration, Team Building, Hospitality Management, Strategic Planning, Hotel Management

Education
Algonquin College
Honors Certification, Conventions & Meetings Management

CMP Study Group

Concordia University
Bachelor of Arts & Science Degree, History

Experience
Meeting Professionals International   2015 - 2015
Meeting Planners International Rocky Mountain Chapter   2015 - 2015
Serving Up Hope   2015 - 2015
Serving Up Hope   2015 - 2015
Metro State University of Denver  2012 - 2015

Skills
Ability to manage time..., Strong negotiation and..., Detail-oriented with..., Well versed in..., Motivated self-starter, Excellent interpersonal..., Outstanding..., Highly attentive to..., Exceptional follow..., Invigorated by new..., Thrive on seeing a..., Meeting Planning, Event Planning, Event Management, Strategic Planning, Customer Service, QuickBooks, Hospitality, Contract Negotiation, Coaching, Communication Skills, Marketing Communications, Marketing, Windows, Sales Management, Adobe Creative Suite, Writing, Creative Solutions, Social Networking, Research, InDesign, Blogging, Sales, Hotels, PowerPoint, New Business Development, Budgets, Account Management, Public Speaking, Team Building, Photoshop, Customer Satisfaction, English, Microsoft Excel, Payroll, Business Development, Marketing Strategy, Recruiting, HTML, Operations Management

Education
Metropolitan State University of Denver   2011 — 2015
Hospitality, Tourism and Events, Meeting and Event Planning, Senior

Arapahoe Community College   2009 — 2011
Business and Communications classes

Brigham Young University   1983 — 1985

Experience
Experient - A Maritz Travel Company  October 2010 - Present
Meeting Professionals International   2006 - Present
Chicago Indoor Racing, LLC   November 2006 - October 2010
Chicago Indoor Racing  October 2003 - November 2006
LBE Technologies   August 1999 - October 2003

Skills
Trade Shows, Meeting Planning, Event Management, Corporate Events, Event Planning, Sales, Sponsorship, Hospitality, Location Intelligence, Contract Negotiation, Management, Strategic Partnerships, Customer Retention, Consulting, Hotels, Account Management, Team Building, Budgets, Incentives, Tourism, New Business Development, Sales Management, Lead Generation, Fundraising, Hospitality Industry, Strategic Planning, Food & Beverage, Customer Service, Project Management, Negotiation, Hospitality Management, CRM, Entertainment, Business Development, Salesforce.com, Incentive Programs, Leadership, Registration, Non-profits, Time Management, Strategy, Training, Start-ups, Nonprofits

Education
American University   1991 — 1993

Experience
Meeting Professionals International   July 2015 - Present
Marriott Hotels  July 2014 - Present
Meeting Professionals International   June 2014 - Present
Meeting Professionals International   July 2013 - June 2014
Radisson  January 2013 - June 2014
Radisson  September 2011 - May 2014
Radisson  January 2012 - January 2013
Radisson  December 2009 - January 2012

Skills
Hotels, Event Planning, Event Management, Hospitality, Catering, Trade Shows, Banquets, Meeting Planning, Hospitality Management, Sales, Customer Service, Sales Management, Food & Beverage, Customer Satisfaction

Education
Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group Business School   2011 — 2012
Sales Success, Selling Skills and Sales Operations

Madison Area Technical College   2006 — 2008
Associate Degree, Meeting and Event Management

Experience
CLI Worldwide Transportation   January 2013 - Present
Chauffeur Driven Magazine & Trade Show   January 2013 - Present
Los Angeles Business Travel Association   April 2013 - April 2015
Meeting Professionals International   March 2013 - April 2015
GBTA Global Business Travel Association  2013 - 2015
Greater California Livery Association (GCLA)   2005 - December 2013
Blue Moon Limousines   June 2007 - December 2012

Skills
Transportation, Airports, Team Building, New Business Development, Account Management, Operations Management, Contract Negotiation, Logistics, Negotiation, Customer Satisfaction, Strategic Planning, Inventory Management, Ground Transportation, Event Planning, Meeting Planning, Tourism, Customer Service, Trade Shows, Project Planning, Limo, Hospitality, Budgets, Management, Business Development, Sales Management, Sales, Marketing, CRM, Coaching, Leadership, Small Business, Time Management, Event Management, Public Speaking, Pricing, Marketing Strategy, Training, Public Relations, Business Strategy, Business Planning, Entrepreneurship, Start-ups, Social Networking, B2B, Team Leadership, Social Media Marketing, Sales Operations, Strategic Partnerships, Online Marketing, Strategy

Education
Fullerton College   1979 — 1981

Experience
TRG Benefits and Pensions Inc.   September 2012 - Present
Open Road Auto Group  April 2012 - Present
Boardwalk Communications  June 2012 - September 2012
Big WoodApps Ltd.   November 2010 - July 2012
6S Marketing  March 2012 - June 2012
Meeting Professionals International   September 2011 - May 2012
Crowns & Jewels Boutique   July 2011 - March 2012
Starbucks  June 2005 - February 2012
Openandsave/Actionpak   August 2009 - September 2010
Hotel Café & Bar   February 2009 - July 2009

Skills
Business Planning, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Customer Relations, Account Management, Market Analysis

Education
British Columbia Institute of Technology   2010 — 2012
Diploma of Technology, Marketing Management Program (Tourism Management Option)

Experience
Integrated Marketing Strategies   August 2011 - Present
Meeting Professionals International   March 2008 - September 2010
Wyndham International  December 1997 - August 2006
Larkin Meeder & Schweidel   September 1990 - December 1997
The Oakley Company   April 1987 - November 1990

Skills
Marketing Strategy, Strategic Partnerships, Advertising, Marketing, Strategy, Public Relations, Marketing Communications, Sales, Direct Marketing, CRM, Email Marketing, Social Media, Program Management, Strategic Planning, Market Planning, Leadership, Lead Generation, Nonprofits, Management, Fundraising, Sales Operations, Integrated Marketing, Inbound Marketing, Marketing Research

Education
Baylor University - Hankamer School of Business
Bachelor of Business Administration, Marketing

Amberton University   1984 — 1985
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Marketing Management

Experience
Deloitte  September 2011 - Present
Leading Events   2009 - Present
Essilor of America  April 2008 - May 2009
Home Interiors and Gifts  March 2006 - March 2008
Hanley Wood Exhibitions  February 2005 - March 2006
Meeting Professionals International   May 2000 - February 2005
Embassy Suites  September 1999 - February 2000
Hilton DFW Lakes  January 1997 - August 1999

Skills
Event Planning, Event Management, Budgets, Management, Meeting Planning, Trade Shows, Marketing, Training, Contract Negotiation, Leadership, Project Planning, Project Management, Sponsorship, Marketing Management, Strategy, Sales, Cross-functional Team..., Program Management, Corporate Events, Incentives, Public Speaking, Customer Service, Negotiation, Hotels, Strategic Planning, Incentive Travel, Marketing Strategy, Marketing Communications, Time Management, Hospitality

Education
Indiana University-Purdue University at Indianapolis   1994 — 1996

Indiana University

North Central Texas College

Experience
Kansas State University Foundation  January 2014 - Present
Jack Morton Worldwide, South Central Regional Office   February 2012 - January 2014
Meeting Professionals International   August 2011 - February 2012
Meeting Professionals International   April 2010 - July 2011
Kansas State Athletics  May 2008 - January 2010
Kansas State Athletics  May 2008 - January 2010
Kansas State University Athletic Department  August 2007 - May 2008
Flint Hills Rural Development   May 2006 - August 2007
Butler Community College  August 2004 - May 2006

Skills
Leadership, Time Management, Customer Service, Sales, Event Planning, Sponsorship, Meeting Planning, Program Management, Social Media, Integrated Marketing, Microsoft Excel, Corporate Events, Marketing Communications, Sports Marketing, Intercollegiate..., Academic Advising, Training

Education
Kansas State University   2009 — 2010
Master's of Science in Education, College Student Development, Emphasis in Intercollegiate Athletics

Kansas State University   2007 — 2008
Bachelor's of Science, Business Management

Oklahoma State University   2006 — 2007
Sports Management

Butler Community College   2004 — 2006
Associate's of Science, Business Administration

Experience
Penn State University  April 2015 - Present
SmithBucklin  October 2014 - March 2015
Association of Legal Administrators  July 2013 - September 2014
SmithBucklin  August 2010 - July 2013
Association of Legal Administrators  October 2005 - August 2010
Meeting Professionals International   October 2001 - October 2005

Skills
Marketing Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Newsletters, Publications, Association Management, Nonprofits, Editorial, Editing, Publishing, Strategic Communications, Event Management, Social Media, Strategy, Copy Editing, Marketing Strategy, Media Relations, Trade Shows, Corporate Communications, Non-profits, Public Speaking, Social Media Marketing, Copywriting, Press Releases, Management, Content Development, Blogging, Online Marketing, Creative Strategy, Creative Briefs, Social Networking, Meeting Planning, Email Marketing, Integrated Marketing, Advertising, Sponsorship, Internal Communications, Higher Education, Higher Education..., Higher Education..., Strategic Planning, Higher Education..., Higher Education...

Education
Penn State University   1991 — 1994
Master of Arts, Mass Communications

Loyola University New Orleans   1987 — 1991
Bachelor of Arts, Communications/Journalism

Experience
Professional Retail Store Maintenance Association  August 2007 - Present
PSD Management Consulting   January 2006 - July 2007
Meeting Professionals International   2002 - 2005
PSD Management Consulting   2000 - 2002
American Association of University Women  1997 - 1999
National Association of Federal Credit Unions  1986 - 1997

Skills
Accountability, Strategy, Public Speaking, Strategic Planning, Program Development, Team Building, Marketing, Negotiation, Public Relations, Business Development, Management, Leadership, Account Management, Operations Management, Vendor Management, Time Management, Nonprofits, Customer Service, Project Management, Consulting, Marketing Communications, Human Resources, Sales Management, Program Management, Contract Negotiation, Retail, Board Governance, Budgets, Leadership Development, New Business Development, Marketing Strategy, Social Media Marketing, Sales, Training, Corporate Communications, Project Planning, Event Management, Executive Management

Education
Loyola College in Maryland   1997 — 1999
MBA, Business

University of South Carolina-Columbia   1973 — 1979
BA, Journalism

Experience
Association of Wedding Professionals   August 2013 - Present
Southfork Ranch  June 2012 - Present
Lisa R. Covington   November 2011 - Present
Meeting Professionals International   2010 - 2011
Hanley Wood Exhibitions - World of Concrete   September 2007 - October 2010
Home Page Tx, LLC   2004 - 2007
DoubleTree Hotel Campbell Centre   May 2004 - November 2004
American Heart Association  December 2003 - May 2004
Susan G. Komen for the Cure  January 2001 - December 2003

Skills
Meeting Planning, Association Management, Registration, Event Planning, Volunteer Management, Event Management, Fundraising, Non-profits, Sponsorship, Trade Shows, Location Intelligence, Food and Beverage..., Entertainment, Marketing Communications, Parties, Sales, Corporate Events, Weddings

Education
Richland College   2012 — 2013
Travel Exposition and Meeting Management

Eastfield College   2003 — 2004
Business Administration and Management, General

Experience
San Francisco Chamber of Commerce  September 2014 - Present
John Madden and Steve Mariucci "Battle of the Bay" Charity Bocce Ball Tournament   August 2008 - Present
Herschend Family Entertainment  December 2010 - December 2014
San Francisco Travel Association  June 2012 - November 2014
Kuoni  February 2010 - November 2010
TBA Global  January 2008 - February 2010
Meeting Professionals International   2009 - 2010
Woodberry Events, Inc.   2007 - 2008
National Football League  2002 - 2007
Detroit Lions  2000 - 2007

Education
University of Michigan - Stephen M. Ross School of Business   2002 — 2008
Master's in Business Administration

Lake Forest College   1994 — 1997
Bachelor of Arts, Economics and Math

Experience
Meeting Professionals International   December 2014 - Present
Meeting Professionals International   June 2012 - Present
St. Philip's School & Community Center   September 2013 - March 2014
Atlantic Media Company  June 2011 - April 2012
W Hotels  August 2009 - April 2012
Federal Managers Association  October 2010 - June 2011
The Commission on No Child Left Behind   December 2007 - December 2008
Serve DC - Executive Office of the Mayor   January 2007 - May 2007

Skills
Event Management, Promotions, Conferences, Event Planning, Project Coordination, Online Registration, Registration, Client Relations Skills, Public Relations, Membership Relations, Logistics, Corporate Events, Food & Beverage, Catering

Education
Howard University   2005 — 2009
Journalism, Public Relations

Experience
Meeting Professionals International   January 2014 - Present
Johnson & Wales University  November 2012 - Present
Meeting Professionals International, New England Chapter  April 2012 - January 2014
Choose Chicago  March 2013 - December 2013
Providence Warwick Convention & Visitors Bureau  May 2012 - March 2013
Providence Warwick Convention and Visitors Bureau   August 2007 - May 2012
Wachusett Mountain Ski Aea   May 2006 - August 2007
Worcester Sharks  2006 - 2007
Worcester County Convention & Visitors Bureau   September 2004 - May 2006

Skills
Social Media Marketing, Public Speaking, Email Marketing, Educational Seminars, Seminar Presentations, Social Networking, Meeting Planning, Meeting Management, Program Facilitation, Sales Management, Sales Process, Sales Presentations, Consultative Sales..., Sales Operations, Account Management, Customer Service, Key Account Management, Event Management, Hotels, Event Planning, Management, Strategic Planning, Hospitality, Budgets, Leadership, Sales, Social Media, Business Development, Strategic Partnerships, Tourism, Trade Shows, Team Leadership, Hospitality Industry, Negotiation, Strategy, Corporate Events, Marketing Strategy, Hospitality Management, Contract Negotiation, Food & Beverage, Public Relations, Hotel Management, Resorts, Convention Services, Revenue Analysis, Fundraising, Sponsorship, Online Marketing, Advertising, Business Strategy

Education
Johnson and Wales University   2010 — 2011
MBA, Marketing & Global Leadership

Worcester State College   2003 — 2005
BA, Business Administration (Marketing)

Holyoke Community College   2001 — 2003
Associate, Business Administration

Experience
Deval LLC  February 2012 - April 2013
Meeting Professionals International   January 2011 - February 2012

Skills
Microsoft Windows..., Access Database, Title Settlement..., Notarty Republic, Analysis, Loss Mitigation, FHA, Leadership, Customer Service, Team Building, Time Management

Education
Brookhaven Community College   2007 — 2008
Legal Studies, General

North Central Texas College
Legal Assistant/Paralegal, Sophmore

Experience
Offbeat Training LLC   January 1999 - Present
Lowes Foods  July 2013 - July 2015
Hamilton Health Care System  November 2014 - June 2015
Hamilton Health Care System  November 2014 - June 2015
GE Capital  March 2015 - March 2015
Meeting Professionals International   March 2015 - March 2015
Greater Calgary Zoo   March 2015 - March 2015
Training Magazine   February 2015 - February 2015
International Association of Administrative Professionals (IAAP)   April 2014 - April 2014
Lowes Foods  April 2014 - April 2014

Skills
Instructional Design, Trainers, Public Speaking, Instructor-led Training, Blended Learning, Training Delivery, Corporate Training, Program Facilitation, Learning Management, Needs Analysis, Walt Disney knowledge, Workshop Facilitation, Employee Training, Executive Coaching, Coaching, Training, Career Development, Leadership Development, Organizational Learning, Leadership, Personal Development, Hands-on Training, Performance Improvement, Organizational..., Conflict Resolution, Onboarding, Adult Education, Presentation Coaching, Talent Management, MBTI, Emotional Intelligence, Executive Development, Organizational..., Management Development, Culture Change, 360 Feedback, Career Counseling, Learning Management..., E-Learning, Staff Development, Business Coaching, Consulting, Soft Skills, Facilitators, Succession Planning, Motivational Speaking, Employee Engagement, Career Management, Program Management, Performance Consulting

Education
Webster University   1995 — 1997
MA, Human Resources Development

Berklee College of Music   1972 — 1976
BM, Music Composition

Mohawk Valley Community College   1970 — 1972
AA, Liberal Arts

Experience
J. Stone Promotional Advertising   September 2014 - Present
Meeting Professionals International   February 1991 - Present
1.2.3 PROMOTE .biz   January 2005 - November 2011

Skills
Event Management, Event Planning, Advertising, Marketing, Trade Shows, Management, Meeting Planning, Corporate Events, Hospitality, Community Outreach, Public Relations, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Communications, Social Media, Fundraising, Materials, Apparel, Graphics, Graphic Design, Digital Printing, Offset Printing, Screen Printing, Embossing, Customer Service, Newsletters, Entertainment, Nonprofits, Training

Education
California State University-East Bay
BA, FINE ART

Tennyson High School

Experience
Meeting Professionals International   December 2008 - Present
Irving Healthcare Associates   July 2008 - December 2008
Fairmont Hotels & Resorts  February 2000 - May 2008
Fairmont Hotels & Resorts  August 1999 - February 2000
Fairmont Hotels & Resorts  March 1999 - August 1999

Skills
Exceptional Customer..., Knowledge of Meetings..., 9+ years Hotel..., Outstanding time..., Highly Detailed, People Skills, Accountability, Dedicated Professional, Team Leadership, Make Things Happen, Identifying Resources, Best Practices, Communication Skills, Business Networking, Team Building, Ability to Drive Revenue, Hotels, Customer Service, Meeting Planning, Leadership, Hospitality Industry, Catering, Management, Time Management, Sales, Convention Services, Event Management, Corporate Events, Trade Shows, Hospitality, Incentives, Hospitality Management, Banquets, Revenue Analysis, Marketing, Event Planning, Resorts, Process Scheduler, Travel Management, Hotel Management, Sales Management, Sponsorship, Wedding Planning, Incentive Travel, Coordinating Events, Yield Management, Front Office, Restaurants, Registration, Conference Coordination

Education
Idaho State University   1983 — 1984
Nursing

Experience
Contract work at Verizon Terremark   December 2012 - Present
Catamaran  June 2011 - October 2011
Meeting Professionals International   October 2006 - March 2011
Brinks  May 2003 - October 2006
Intervoice  1994 - 2006
Intervoice  1994 - 2003

Skills
IT Strategic Planning, Vendor Management, Capital Expenditure..., Project Management, Infrastructure Projects, Strategic Planning, Capex, Infrastructure, Program Management, VoIP, Data Center, Telecommunications, Disaster Recovery, Cisco Technologies, Networking, SDLC, Switches, DNS, Cloud Computing, Servers, Routers, Business Strategy, System Deployment, Security, VPN, Firewalls, Contract Negotiation, Budgets, Visio, IT Strategy, Windows, Management, LAN-WAN, IT Management, Hardware, Integration, Software Installation, Information Technology, ITIL, Troubleshooting, VMware, Windows Server, IT Operations, Active Directory, Virtualization, Network Engineering, Enterprise Architecture, Network Architecture, Network Security, SharePoint

Education
Louisiana State University   1989 — 1993
MS, Industrial Engineering

Experience
Meeting Professionals International   June 2013 - Present
Hunt Consolidated, Inc.   August 2012 - February 2013
United Way of Metropolitan Dallas  April 2009 - February 2012
Dallas Medical Resource   September 2007 - February 2009
Stewart Title North Texas  July 2000 - October 2007
QCSI - Quality Care Solutions, Inc.   June 1998 - June 2000
Kaiser Permanente  October 1982 - February 1996

Skills
Event Planning, Non-profits, Administrative..., Newsletters, Office Management, Fundraising, Outlook, Nonprofits, Marketing, Event Management, Leadership, Volunteer Management, Community Outreach, Social Networking, Budgets, Data Entry, Public Relations, Administration, Administrative...

Education
James Madison University   1975 — 1977

T. C. Williams High School   1973 — 1975

Experience
American Academy of Family Physicians  February 2008 - Present
Meeting Professionals International   June 2005 - October 2007
American College of Emergency Physicians  March 1975 - June 2005

Skills
Operations Management, Customer Service, Non-profits, Association Management, Management, Nonprofits, Budgets, Leadership, Fundraising, Healthcare, Training, Strategy, Event Planning, Leadership Development, Healthcare Management, Public Health, Strategic Planning

Education
Central Michigan University   1973 — 1974
Bachelor of Science in Education

Experience
Texas Wesleyan University  August 2009 - Present
Meeting Professionals International   April 2010 - October 2010
HealthMarkets  August 2002 - February 2010

Skills
Leadership Development, Organizational..., Coaching, Training, Staff Development, Workshop Facilitation, Public Speaking, Strategic Planning, Team Building, Organizational..., Performance Management, Process Improvement, Leadership, Non-profits, Project Management, Executive Coaching, Nonprofits, Customer Service, Instructional Design, Employee Benefits, Strategy, Analysis, Talent Management, Time Management, Management, Human Resources, Succession Planning, Employee Training, Resume Writing, E-Learning, Recruiting, Employee Relations, Conflict Resolution, Policy, Interviews, Employee Engagement, Onboarding, Curriculum Design, Fundraising, Social Networking, Higher Education, Program Management, Executive Development, Blended Learning

Education
Drury University
BA, Speech Theatre Education

University of Missouri-Kansas City
MA, Business Communication

Experience
UTHSCSA  May 2013 - Present
Washington State Library  March 2011 - Present
Washington State Library  August 2008 - July 2011
Washington State Library  November 2007 - August 2008
Meeting Professionals International   October 2004 - May 2006

Education
University of North Texas   2006 — 2008
MLIS, Library and Information Science

Baylor University   2000 — 2004
BS, English Literature

Experience
AlliedPRA DFW   June 2005 - Present
Dallas Convention & Visitors Bureau  October 2012 - September 2013
Sunbelt Motivation & Travel, Inc.   October 1980 - December 2012
SITE  2005 - 2006
Meeting Professionals International   1994 - 1995

Skills
Meeting Planning, Incentives, Corporate Events, Trade Shows, Incentive Travel, Tourism, Hospitality, Event Management, Hotels, Location Intelligence, Event Planning, Hospitality Industry, Destination Marketing, Strategic Planning, Hospitality Management, Sponsorship, Resorts, Leadership, Travel Management, Parties, Incentive Programs, Food & Beverage, Business Travel, Hotel Management, Convention Services, Wedding Planning, Revenue Analysis

Education
Lamar University   1964 — 1969
BS, Sociology

Experience
Heritage Auction Galleries  Loan OfficerUS Small Business AdministrationJanuary 2013 - Present
Solomon Edwards Group  November 2012 - January 2013
Fannie Mae  August 2012 - November 2012
Vantium Capital, LLC   October 2010 - July 2012
Litton Loan Servicing  October 2008 - October 2010
Heritage Auctions  October 2004 - October 2008
Meeting Professionals International   May 2000 - June 2004

Skills
Mortgage Servicing, Loss Mitigation, Bankruptcy, Escrow, Foreclosures, VA loans, Loan Modifications, Collections, Data Analysis, Account Reconciliation, Call Centers, HAMP, Loan Servicing, Portfolio Management, Short Sales

Education
Court Reporting Institute-Wheeler Institute of Texas   1994 — 1998
Court Reporting/Court Reporter

Experience
Los Angeles Tourism & Convention Board  August 2006 - Present
Meeting Professionals International   July 2014 - Present
Loews Beverly Hills Hotel   October 2005 - July 2006
The Century Plaza Hotel & Spa & The St. Regis Los Angeles   June 1996 - September 2005

Skills
Hotels, Hospitality Industry, Hospitality, Hotel Management, Meeting Planning, Hospitality Management, Social Media Marketing, Event Planning, Trade Shows, Tourism, Food & Beverage, Marketing, Sales, Event Management, Revenue Analysis, Resorts, Front Office, Marketing Strategy, Catering, Yield Management, Sales Management, Banquets, Convention Services, Incentives, Corporate Events, Destination Marketing, Incentive Travel, Sponsorship, Pre-opening, Travel Management, Leisure, Public Relations

Education
California State Polytechnic University-Pomona   1995 — 1997
Bachelor of Science, Hotel & Restaurant Management

University of California, Riverside   1993 — 1995
Business

Experience
PER  Director, Membership/Resource CenterMeeting Professional InternationalMarch 2005 - October 2007
Meeting Professionals International   2005 - 2007

Education
Cornell University   1976 — 1980
BS, Business, Hotel Administration

Experience
Meeting Professionals International   July 2012 - Present
Highland Springs Retirement Community   August 2006 - July 2012
Smth House Bed and Breakfast (Crockett, Tx)   August 2004 - August 2006
Sodexho Operations, Inc   January 1999 - August 2004

Skills
Management, Sponsorship Activation, Marketing, Advertising, Budgets, Catering, Menu Development, Banquets, Employee Training, Strategic Partnerships, Event Management, Hospitality, Food, Food & Beverage, Food, Sales

Education
Western Governers University Texas   2010 — 2015
Bachelor's degree, Business Administration and Management, General, 3.0

Dallas County Community College   1989 — 1995
Applied Associates, Hospitality Management

El Centro Community College
Associate Degree; Bachelor's Degree, Hospitality Management; Business Management

Experience
CCO  July 2011 - Present
Meeting Professionals International   June 2014 - Present
NextGen Healthcare Information Systems  June 2011 - July 2011
NextGen Healthcare Information Systems  May 2009 - June 2011
NextGen Healthcare Information Systems  May 2008 - May 2009
MicroRate  January 2007 - May 2007
Make-A-Wish Foundation of Greater PA   May 2006 - August 2006

Skills
Social Media Marketing, Marketing Event Planning, Meeting Planning, Project Planning, Event Planning, Strategic Planning, Training, Marketing Strategy, Salesforce.com, Market Research, Strategic Partnerships, Budgets, Nonprofits, Cross-functional Team..., Social Networking, Social Media, Adobe Creative Suite, Trade Shows, Project Management, Sales, Fundraising, Online Advertising, Marketing Communications, Public Relations, Event Management, Public Speaking, Leadership, Marketing

Education
Temple University   2011 — 2011
Online Advertising Certificate, Virtual Meeting Planning Certificate

Temple University   2008 — 2009
Professional Meeting Planning Certificate

Grove City College   2004 — 2008
Marketing Management, Studio Art

Experience
GCI Promotions, Inc.   July 1990 - Present
GCI Promotions, Inc.   1990 - 2007
University of North Texas  September 1998 - August 2002
Promotional Products Association International  August 1992 - August 1998
Meeting Professionals International   October 1982 - July 1992

Skills
Marketing Strategy, Strategic Planning, Event Planning, Hospitality, Leadership, Public Speaking, Event Management, Revenue Analysis, Hotels, Budgets, Sales, Social Media, Public Relations, Online Marketing, Marketing Communications, Business Development, Brand Development, Online Advertising, Social Networking, Team Building, Contract Negotiation, Marketing, Marketing Management, Advertising, Management, Social Media Marketing, Strategy, Fundraising, Direct Marketing, New Business Development, Email Marketing, Market Planning, Trade Shows, Sales Management

Education
Dallas Baptist University   1992 — 1993
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Marketing/Marketing Management, General

Experience
Kinsley  January 2013 - Present
Meeting Professionals International   July 2014 - Present
Meeting Professionals International   June 2013 - July 2014
MPI Wisconsin Chapter   July 2012 - June 2013
Midwest Horse Fair   June 2010 - December 2012
Midwest Horse Fair   February 2010 - June 2010
Associated Bank  June 2008 - February 2010

Skills
Meeting Planning, Event Management, Event Planning, HTML, ExpressionEngine, Wordpress, Microsoft Office, Prezi, Social Media, Copywriting, Sponsorship Relations, Advertising, Facebook, Press Releases, Corporate Events, Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Public Relations, Trade Shows, Customer Service, Sponsorship, Hotels, WordPress

Education
Madison Area Technical College   2008 — 2010
Associate's, Meeting and Event Management

Experience
Athena Studios  October 2013 - Present
Rock Wren Winery   2011 - June 2014
GMR Marketing  January 2014 - February 2014
America's Cup  August 2013 - September 2013
Berkeley East Bay Humane Society  March 2013 - September 2013
Meeting Professionals International   March 2013 - June 2013
SportsMark Management Group  February 2013 - February 2013
PIER 39  October 2012 - October 2012
Zellerbach Associates   October 2012 - October 2012
America's Cup Management   August 2012 - September 2012

Skills
Event Management, Sponsorship, Event Planning, Entertainment, Leadership, Sports, Staff Management, Marketing, Corporate Events, Volunteer Management, Sports Entertainment, Public Speaking, Coaching, Sports Marketing, Fundraising, Hospitality, Show Direction, Live Event Producer, Musical Theatre, Choreography, Creative Direction, Social Media Strategist, Social Media Marketing

Education
St. Mary's College of California
Master of Science (MS), International Business

Loyola Marymount University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Fine and Communication Arts

San Francisco State University   2012 — 2012
Event and Meeting Planning Certificate

Experience
US Mint  2009 - Present
U.S. government   2005 - Present
Lush fresh handmade cosmetics  May 2004 - June 2009
Caliber Assoc.   September 2003 - October 2004
American Mensa  May 2002 - April 2003
Fort Worth Convention & Visitors Bureau  July 2001 - April 2002
Meeting Professionals International   1997 - 2001
Stevens Publishing  September 1995 - December 1997
Atlantic Management Co.   March 1993 - September 1994
National Tire Dealers and Retreaders   December 1991 - March 1993

Skills
Crisis Communications, Strategic Communications, Media Relations

Education
Abilene Christian University   1987 — 1991
BS, Journalism

Experience
Wisconsin Restaurant Association - Midwest Foodservice Expo   2009 - Present
Meeting Professionals International   2015 - Present

Skills
Event Planning, Event Management, Meeting Planning, Public Relations, Trade Shows, Fundraising, Email Marketing, Marketing Communications, Volunteer Management, Strategic Planning, Marketing, Media Relations, Corporate Events, Wedding Planning, Hospitality, Public Speaking, Customer Service, Food & Beverage, Social Media, Nonprofits, Social Networking, Budgets, Advertising, Social Media Marketing, Private Events, Online Marketing, Direct Mail, Association Management, Strategic Communications, Tourism, Incentives, Catering, Weddings, Hospitality Management, Business Development, Direct Sales, Sponsorship Program..., B2B2C, Women Owned Business, Hospitality Industry, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Access

Education
Madison Area Technical College
Madison College, Meeting & Event Planning, 4.0

Patricia Stevens   1979 — 1981
Associate's degree, Public Relations

Experience
CES Consulting LLC  October 2012 - December 2012
AI Engineers, Inc  April 2011 - June 2011
U.S. Census Bureau   June 2010 - November 2010
LFG, Inc   November 2008 - February 2010
Guth & Deconzo Consulting Engineers   July 2008 - October 2008
Alan W. Kramer, P.E. Engineering Consultants   June 2007 - July 2008
DTC Consulting   September 2006 - May 2007
Edwards and Zuck Consulting Firm   April 2006 - August 2006
AKF Consulting Firm   October 2005 - March 2006
Meeting Professionals International   July 2004 - March 2005

Skills
AutoCAD, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Office, Revit

Education
New York University   2006 — 2008
Electrical Systems for Building Design, Electrical Systems

Fairfield University   1999 — 2002
Bachelor of Science, Electrical Engineering