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Executive Assistant Planner

Location:
Danville, CA
Posted:
May 06, 2021

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MONA M. MCBRIDE

adl7n4@r.postjobfree.com 925-***-**** Danville, CA linkedin.com/in/mona-mcbride-eventplanner EVENT PLANNING, COORDINATION, & MANAGEMENT

“Go-to” event planner with passion for coordinating and executing unique and memorable corporate and private events. Cerise Events Group, a boutique event planning firm specializing in events from 10–1,500 participants, with average budget of $1M+. Trusted expert in translating client ideas and visions into premier events for variety of high- profile clients, including Fortune 500 companies.

EVENT PLANNING – San Francisco-based event planner, with 15+ years planning crowd-pleasing events in all corners of the globe, including Mexico, Caribbean, Europe, and Asia. Rehired year after year by premier clients due to meticulous event management, expansive contact network, and extraordinary attention to detail.

COST CONTROL – Respectfully work within client’s budget, using skillful negotiations and cost-cutting measures, producing an average cost savings of 20%–30% per event.

CLIENT SATISFACTION – Exceed client expectations through concierge-style service. Ensure stress-free customer experience by proactively anticipating event needs, delivering innovative solutions and creative technological support, and providing flawless event execution. COVID-19 Virtual Events Corporate Meetings Executive Retreats Sales Kickoff Meetings Incentive Travel Programs Product Launches Multiday Conferences Customer Appreciation Events Charity Events & Fundraisers Grand Openings LPGA-Sponsored Golf Tournaments Weddings SIGNATURE STRENGTHS

Event Planning & Management

Vendor & Contract Negotiations

Agenda & Theme Development

Web Development & Registration

Securing Celebrities & Thought Leaders for

Speaking Engagements

Marketing & Creative Communications

Strategic & Contingency Planning

Venue & Travel Coordination

Coordinating Complex Setups & Breakdowns

Developing Metrics for Incentive Programs

Budget Management & Cost Controls

CAREER NARRATIVE

CERISE EVENTS GROUP, INC., Danville, CA 2009 – Present PROGRAM MANAGER

Boutique event management firm, specializing in creating custom foreign and domestic events for 10–1,500 participants. Diverse client base includes Fortune 500 companies, midsize businesses, and start-up software companies.

Provide comprehensive event management services, including budget management, location and venue selections, website development and registration, travel coordination, and post-program analysis.

Execute variety of corporate and private events, with average event budget ranging from $1M–$2.5M. Scope of events encompasses golf tournaments, corporate meetings and retreats, sales meetings and product launches, multiday conferences, customer appreciation events, and weddings.

Save clients average of 20-30% per event by skillfully negotiating contracts with suppliers and vendors. Mona McBride adl7n4@r.postjobfree.com 925-***-**** pg 2

Develop authentic relationships with an extensive network of partners, providing ability to source highly qualified local vendors, to ensure seamless, on-budget program delivery.

Shifted company focus to virtual event planning during COVID-19 pandemic, coordinating unique multiday events via virtual platforms. Secured celebrity guests to present at these meetings.

Implemented extensive COVID-19 safety guidelines, complying with all local, state, and federal ordinances.

Clients Included - Technology, Healthcare, Commercial Real Estate, Wine & Spirit, Legal firm, Agrochemical & Branded Food CERULEAN EVENTS, INC., Los Gatos, CA 2006 – 2009

PROGRAM MANAGER

Successful event management firm, focusing on midsize businesses, and start-up software companies.

Comprehensive event management services, including budget management, location and venue selections, website development and registration and travel coordination.

Executed variety of corporate and private events, with average event budget ranging from $1M–$2.5M. Scope of events encompassed golf tournaments, corporate meetings and retreats, sales meetings and product launches, multiday conferences, and customer appreciation events.

SYBASE, INC. (Acquired by SAP), Dublin, CA 1990 – 2006 PROGRAM MANAGER / EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT 2000 – 2006

Promoted to role due to excellence in event planning. Provided full administration of office, including coordinating extensive executive travel and calendar schedules. Served as liaison between departments, sales reps, and customers. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to achieve program, event, and company goals. Participated in board of director meetings and executive briefing sessions.

Developed and coordinated sales incentive program for 1,000 eligible participants, providing full oversight and implementation during 6-year tenure in position.

Coordinated dozens of acclaimed special events including LPGA Golf Tournament (5 years in a row) for 156 participants, client appreciation events, and grand opening of Hong Kong data center. PROGRAM MANAGER CTI (CUSTOMER TECHNOLOGY INSTITUTE) / EXECUTIVE BRIEFING CENTER 1995 – 2000 Promoted to role due to demonstrated success as executive assistant. Worked closely with sales management, product developers, executive leadership team, and high-level customers to establish 5-year development plan.

Planned and executed first-ever Tools Technology User Conference for 300 attendees. Event came in under budget and resulted in 5% increase in Tools’ division sales.

Managed Executive Briefing Center and all related vendors and operations, including facilities, speakers, catering, transportation, promotional/gift items, and technology. EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT TO CO-FOUNDER AND EVP 1993 – 1995 Promoted to this role due to meticulous office management skills. Provided full administration of department, including expense management, coordination of staff meetings, facilitation of budget meetings, and tracking key initiatives.

Planned and coordinated special events and projects, such as 10-year anniversary celebration and First Fridays.

Developed relationship with San Francisco Opera, resulting in mutually beneficial partnership for both organizations. Earlier Sybase Roles:

WESTERN REGION SALES, OFFICE MANAGER 1991 – 1993 INSIDE SALES ORGANIZATION, SALES COORDINATOR 1990 – 1991 EDUCATION

Diablo Valley College General Studies

TECHNICAL PROFICIENCIES

Cvent Lenos Weboom Salesforce SaaS Enterprise Software



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