Charlene Perry

678-***-**** ad4hfq@r.postjobfree.com

www.linkedin.com/in/charlene-perry-97963b6

Relationship & Business Development Partner Vendor Management / Contract Negotiation Logistics, Site Scouting

Analytical Planning & Post-Event Evaluation High-Quality, Detailed Multi-Task Delivery Data-Driven Solutions

Leader, Liaison & Multilevel Collaborator Cost Effective / Processes Streamlining Mentoring & Training

On-Site Event Management & Support Effective Creative Communication Full Event Ownership

Budget Development & Management Marketing Program Development Brand Showcasing

Focused, highly qualified and dedicated professional with 20+ years of creative industries, hospitality, advertising, marketing, and publishing experience. Expertise in working closely with corporate clients and associations in all industries from food and agriculture to medical and pharmaceutical to finance, manufacturing, entertainment, and government as well as company suppliers, vendors, and exhibitors at tradeshows, hotels, convention centers, and unique venues. Strong, proactive leader and business partner with exceptional interpersonal skills building strong client relationships and achieving outstanding customer satisfaction in challenging environments and complex situations. Innovative thinker, strategist and team player with calm, quick problem-solving abilities and analytical thinking skills. Consistently successful managing multiple projects that meet deadlines and surpass expectations.

CAREER HIGHLIGHTS & ENDORSEMENTS

•Directed seamless execution of designed gatherings ranging from intimate social/private events to large-scale corporate meetings and association/trade show events with numerous speakers and exhibitors including creating, staffing, and coordinating booths.

•Creatively managed $5M+ annual budgets for events and meetings, 87 in one particular year, to consistently exceed international client’s expectations and fulfill their objectives.

•Negotiated contracts staying within clients’ budgets for venues, transportation, hotel accommodations and meeting rooms, food & beverage, speakers, AN, entertainment, AV including preparation of printed materials and speaker content.

•Proficient in all aspects of Sales cycle including developing, customizing, and winning proposals. Accountable for obtaining signed contracts and supporting Sales and Creative Services Departments.

•Guide and manage client expectations throughout the event planning process and event, as their coordinator liaison solving problems as they arise. Track and report costs, sales, and other statistics for each event.

•Responsible for all on-site management aspects of TV production including hiring and supervising staff, design of set development, coordination of on and off camera settings and props. 23% under budget and on schedule delivery.

•Received honors from Habitat for Humanity and Make a Wish Foundation significant contributions in fundraising events.

•Appointed by the Mayor of Atlanta as corporate liaison to VIPs visiting the City of Atlanta for special events.

“Charlene’s extensive experience makes her one of the most professional and creative I’ve had the pleasure to work with. I am consistently impressed with her ability to adapt and deliver. I would recommend Charlene to anyone; she goes above and beyond and brings positive energy to the set!” Kayla Haley, Art Director, FOX

“Charlene understands the creative process and the goals. She’s got years of experience and provides a broad range of skill sets. Charlene is an excellent collaborative partner for producing great work. Highly recommend her!” Ed Wolkis, Photographer

“Charlene Perry brings sparkle and fun to every stage, platform and set she designs. With pops of color and tantalizing experiences, she wears the hats of food stylist and producer with charm, grace and a delightful sense of wow!"

Alveda King, TV Show Host, Author, Motivational Speaker

“I have relied on the expertise of Charlene's professionalism and creativity in assisting me with numerous events. She is diligent in her management of staff and consistently delivers quality meetings in a fast-paced setting.”

Carole Riddley Executive Assistant, Council of Superior Court Judges of Georgia

ASSOCIATION / CORPORATE EVENT CLIENTS

American College of Cardiology (ACC)

American College of Surgeons (ACS)

American Society for Microbiology (ASM)

Deloitte & Touche LLP, Deloitte Consulting LLP, Deloitte Financial Advisory Services LLP, Deloitte Tax LLP

Emergency Nurses Association (ENA)

Georgia Society of Certified Public Accountants (GSCPA)

Georgia Tech Alumni Association

Global Business Travel Association (GBTA)

Hinman Dental Society

International Poultry Scientific Forum (IPSF)

International Production & Processing Expo (IPPE)

National Association of Convenience Stores (NACS)

National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA)

SECO International

Technical Association of the Pulp & Paper Industry (TAPPI)

Habitat for Humanity

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

2019 – Producer, (Event Producer), Atlanta GA

•Responsible for all on-site management aspects of TV production including hiring and supervising staff, design of set development, coordination of on and off camera settings and props. 23% under budget and on schedule delivery.

•Oversaw recipe development, food, and prop inventory acquisition. Worked directly with art directors and video photographers for two full seasons on Fox.

•Managed staff of six professional chefs and set design assistants. Ensured off- and on-screen prepared food was camera ready on time.

•Collaborated with photographers and art directors to produce, prepare, plate, style, and prop food for film, TV productions and print media.

•Worked with companies such as McDonald’s, Coca-Cola, Barilla Pasta, Calphalon Inc., Smirnoff Vodka, Kraft Foods and Loews Hotel.

2009 – 2019 Event Manager, Atlanta GA

•Creatively managed $5M+ annual budgets for events and meetings to consistently exceed international client’s expectations and fulfill their objectives.

•Directed seamless execution of designed gatherings ranging from intimate social/private events to large-scale corporate meetings and association/trade show events with numerous speakers and exhibitors including creating, staffing, and coordinating booths.

•Courted and convinced prominent American College of Surgeon’s executive committee to return their convention to Atlanta in spite of horrendous incident many years earlier. So thoroughly pleased with the facility and the arrangements multiple conferences were later booked.

•Appointed by the Mayor of Atlanta as corporate liaison to VIPs visiting the City of Atlanta for special events.

•Coordinated and assisted a U.S. House Speaker in launching concerts on a national level. Worked directly with prominent political, broadcast and entertainment figures.

2000 – 2008 General Manager, the MediaPoole, Atlanta GA

•Oversight of full-service advertising agency specializing in print media, corporate events and video production. Led 22-member staff and administered advertising budgets of up to $5M.

•Developed and managed substantive relationships with government, business, manufacturing and hospitality clients such as US Department of Human Resources, Sunshine Media Publishing, Atlanta Marble Manufacturing, La Parilla and Holiday Inn.

Education University of Miami, Coral Gables FL

Technical Cvent, IVvy, Microsoft Office Suite 365, Photoshop, various Editing software programs

Memberships Georgia Society of Association Executives (GSAE), Meeting Planners International (MPI), Women in Technology (WIT),

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