Julaine L. Perry

Jonesboro, Georgia ***** 404-***-**** mobile ad4f3l@r.postjobfree.com

With experience spanning over 19 years in Event Management, public advocacy, and team coordination, I bring a deep understanding of event planning, vendor management, and stakeholder engagement. My background includes working closely with national organizations like America Breast Cancer Society and Planned Parenthood Southeast GA., showcasing my ability to manage logistics, advocate for important causes, and lead teams towards achieving their goals. I excel in fast-paced environments by embodying a commitment to excellence in my work, delivering flawless events that surpass expectations, and cultivating a reputation for unparalleled service in the event management industry.

● Strategic Event Planning & Execution ● Community Engagement & Event Marketing

● Team Leadership & Collaboration: ● Effective Communication & Persuasion

● Advanced Time Management ● Project & Program Management

● Comprehensive Travel & Logistics Coordination ● Digital Proficiency & Social Media Engagement Experience

Freelance Event Manager Atlanta, GA 2023-Current

● Successfully planned and executed over 7 events, including education tabling events and demo sampling including budget management.

● Led cross-functional teams of up to 10 members, ensuring seamless communication and coordination among vendors, sponsors, and stakeholders.

● Liaison with vendors such as caterers, decorators, audio-visual technicians, and transportation services to ensure that all arrangements are in place and meet the desired standards. Scale For Change, Rapid Response Organizer Atlanta, GA 2022-2022

● Led Planned Parenthood's reproductive rights campaigns by collaborating with PPSEA, PPFA, and BIPOC teams, resulting in widespread community education and mobilization through 17 virtual presentations, enhancing awareness on reproductive health and abortion access.

● Successfully recruited and managed over 200 volunteers across various roles, significantly boosting campaign reach and engagement, and organized the "Bans Off Our Bodies" event, attracting over 6,500+ attendees, demonstrating exceptional event planning and mobilization capabilities.

● Directed the PPSEA Georgia midterm electoral campaign to advocate for reproductive freedom, facilitating over 20 events that engaged diverse organizations and communities, highlighting a commitment to inclusivity and the effective building of alliances for social change. CADC LLC, Field Organizer Atlanta, GA 2021-2021

● Orchestrated impactful grassroots campaigns, leading door-to-door canvassing to engage LCV members, small businesses, and community activists, fostering widespread support for environmental advocacy.

● Championed legislative action for the climate crisis, securing commitments for clean energy, job creation, and environmental justice, through persuasive advocacy and strategic community mobilization.

● Enhanced campaign visibility and public engagement by deploying over 100 "Climate Action Now" and "Clean Energy" signs and producing compelling multimedia content that showcased community-led solutions to climate change, driving forward the narrative of environmental responsibility and action.

Julaine L. Perry

Jonesboro, Georgia 30236 404-***-**** mobile ad4f3l@r.postjobfree.com New Georgia Project, Phone Banker Manager Atlanta, GA 2021-2021

● Led the development, implementation, and coordination of statewide phone banking efforts for the New Georgia Project, effectively managing a dedicated team of 25 phone bankers during the pivotal 2020 Georgia presidential and senate elections.

● Enhanced voter engagement strategies by coaching phone bankers on effective communication techniques, ensuring personalized interactions with voters to maximize impact and information collection, and achieving a significant campaign milestone of 15,000 calls.

● Spearheaded the training of the team on advanced dialing technologies, including NGP VAN power and predictive dialers, while monitoring performance metrics to optimize call efficiency and outreach effectiveness, contributing to a successful Get Out the Vote (GOTV) campaign. Sierra Club Georgia Chapter, Political Organizer Decatur, GA 2018-2019

● Collaborated with national campaign staff, the Georgia Chapter, and Local Political Groups to strategize and implement campaigns for the Georgia governor and state representative elections, including advocacy for the Gwinnett County Marta Referendum.

● Engineered a compelling campaign narrative with key policy talking points to influence voter perceptions and decisions, while recruiting and educating environmental activists on ecosystem preservation and conservation efforts.

● Demonstrated exceptional grassroots mobilization by personally canvassing over 500 homes, effectively persuading Gwinnett County residents to support the Marta expansion initiative, showcasing a commitment to environmental justice and public transportation advocacy. Ashworth College, Academic Advisor Norcross, GA 2017-2018

● Delivered comprehensive support under the direction of the Director of Student Advisor, offering a wide range of services to online students across high school, post-secondary, and 70+ certification/certificate programs to enhance educational access and success.

● Ensured student readiness and program alignment by meticulously reviewing transcripts for admission eligibility, alongside addressing inquiries and resolving curriculum-related issues to facilitate smooth academic progress.

● Enhanced learning outcomes by providing personalized tutoring, explaining course content, problem-solving strategies, and reviewing completed assignments, contributing to the academic advancement and satisfaction of students.

Sierra Club Georgia Chapter, Canvasser Decatur, GA 2016-2016

● Played a key role in systematic, on-the-ground canvassing efforts in Georgia for the 2016 Presidential election, engaging directly with voters to discuss critical issues and candidate positions.

● Utilized the Minivan application to meticulously document voter interactions, successfully distributed literature to over 250 residences, and strategically placed candidate signage to maximize campaign visibility.

● Not only educated voters on the historical and policy backgrounds of state representatives but also significantly surpassed phone-banking goals by 15% through targeted public education and persuasive communication tactics.

Enroll America, Project Organizer Atlanta, GA 2015-2016

● Orchestrated the formation of a grassroots volunteer network, recruiting phone-banker volunteers and organizing enrollment events across Southside Atlanta, including innovative weekly events at a Historic Black College/University (HBCU) to enhance volunteer engagement and ACA sign-ups.

Julaine L. Perry

Jonesboro, Georgia 30236 404-***-**** mobile ad4f3l@r.postjobfree.com

● Spearheaded grassroots outreach initiatives to educate Georgians on Affordable Care Act (ACA) health coverage options, significantly boosting enrollment and retention rates.

● Cultivated and strengthened partnerships with a diverse array of organizations, including community groups and in-person assistants, to host successful enrollment events, expanding the reach and impact of health coverage education.

RGBSI Staffing Agency, MSABC Fundraiser Atlanta, GA 2015-2015

● Mastered crowdfunding techniques and developed an online donation platform for the American Breast Cancer Society 5k walk, significantly educating women on breast health and mobilizing community support through personal networks.

● Achieved remarkable fundraising success by assembling over 100 teams for the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walk in Ann Arbor, MI, directly contributing to raising over $72K for breast cancer research.

● Fostered creative collaboration with 123 coaches to enhance team engagement and participation, coupled with designing and managing the event's digital presence, including website content and online fundraising tools.

Office Team, Administrative Coordinator/Event Planner Atlanta, GA 2012-2014

● Coordinated logistics for events by negotiating with venues for essential services such as accommodation, meeting space setup, and catering, while collaborating closely with the sales team to align event execution with customer expectations and objectives.

● Delivered comprehensive executive support by managing schedules, arranging travel, and addressing administrative challenges, ensuring seamless operation of executive tasks and communications.

● Led the project development and execution of the DeKalb Community Service Board annual event, successfully raising over $5,500 through strategic planning and implementation, including managing pre-event and post-event activities and compiling detailed reports for management. Education & Certifications

DeVry University, Decatur, GA Graduated

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a concentration in Hospitality Management Clayton State University, Morrow, GA Graduated

Continuing Education in Event & Meeting Management Essex County College, Newark, NJ Graduated

Professional Certification in Customer Service Management

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