C ONTACT

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703-***-****

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Ashburn, VA, 20147

E DUCATION

STRAYER UNIVERSITY

Washington, DC

Hospitality & Tourism event

management (May 2009)

C E R T I F I C A T I ONS

Certified Race Director, Road

Runners Club of America

Certified Running Coach, Road

Runners Club of America

First Aid/CPR/AED Certification,

National CPR Foundation

C AREER O B J E C T I V E

Energetic and self-motivated professional, with consistent reputation for working within deadlines. With 20+ years of experience managing events and producing events, aiming to leverage my skills to successfully bring events to your community.

E X P E R I E N C E

EVENT DIRECTOR/OWNER

mb logistics & events, Ashburn, VA / Jun 2009 - Present

• Monitor event activities to ensure compliance with applicable regulations and laws, satisfaction of participants, and resolution of any problems that arise.

• Confer with staff at a chosen event site to coordinate details.

• Inspect event facilities to ensure that they conform to customer requirements.

• Coordinate services for events, such as accommodation and transportation for participants, facilities, catering, signage, displays, special needs requirements, printing and event security.

• Consult with customers to determine objectives and requirements for events such as meetings, conferences, and special events.

• Evaluate and select providers of services according to customer requirements.

• Arrange the availability of audio-visual equipment, transportation, displays, and other event needs.

• Plan and develop programs, agendas, budgets, and services according to customer requirements.

• Negotiate contracts with such service providers and suppliers as audio visual, venue, and catering.

• Maintain records of event aspects, including financial details.

• Conduct post-event evaluations to determine how future events could be improved.

• Organize registration of event participants.

• Hire, train, and supervise volunteers and support staff required for events.

• Read trade publications, attend seminars, and consult with other meeting professionals to keep abreast of meeting management standards and trends.

• Direct administrative details such as financial operations, dissemination of promotional materials, and responses to inquiries. LESLEY GREEN

Events

• Promote organization's event by performing tasks such as meeting with professional and trade associations, and producing brochures, fliers, and other publications.

• Develop event topics and choose appropriate swag.

• Obtain permits from fire and health departments to erect displays and exhibits and serve food at events.

• Design and implement efforts to publicize events and promote sponsorships.

EVENT DIRECTOR

Greater Reston Chamber of Commerce, Reston, VA / Jan 2005 - Jun 2007

• Monitor event activities to ensure compliance with applicable regulations and laws, satisfaction of participants, and resolution of any problems that arise.

• Coordinate services for events, such as accommodation and facilities, catering, signage, displays, special needs requirements, printing and event security.

• Meet with sponsors and organizing committees to plan scope and format of events, to establish and monitor budgets, or to review administrative procedures and event progress.

• Review event bills for accuracy, and approve payment.

• Plan and develop programs, agendas, budgets, and services.

• Negotiate contracts with such service providers and suppliers as hotels, convention centers, and speakers.

• Conduct post-event evaluations to determine how future events could be improved.

RECREATION COORDINATOR

Town of Herndon Parks & Recreation, Herndon, VA / Jun 1996 - May 2003

• Monitor event activities to ensure compliance with applicable regulations and laws, satisfaction of participants, and resolution of any problems that arise.

• Plan and develop programs, agendas, budgets, and services according to customer requirements.

• Negotiate contracts with service providers and suppliers.

• Maintain records of event aspects, including financial details.

• Conduct post-event evaluations to determine how future events could be improved.

• Hire, train, and supervise volunteers and support staff required for events.

• Develop programs and trips for recreation brochure.

• Design and implement efforts to publicize events and promote sponsorships.

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