Event Staff Management Specialist
Resume:
adw5yi@r.postjobfree.com
www.linkedin.com/in/briton-black
**** ** ******** ******, ********, Oregon
C O N T A C T P R O F I L E
S K I L L S
E D U C A T I O N
W O R K E X P E R I E N C E
Attention to Detail
Clear Communication
Team Player
Problem Solving
Political Science & Environmental Science
University of Utah
2016-2020
Treasurer Of Slow Foods, Athlete for the
University of Utah Cross Country Team &
CLimbing Team, Lobbyist for Citizens
Climate Lobby, and Leader of Wasatch
Front Mammal Study.
Marine Geophysics
University of Otago, NZ
2019-2020
Conducted quantitative research studies
on aquaculture systems, ocean
geomorphology, and marine biology.
Event Management & Community Outreach
Nordic Northwest
Event sales of $400,000 in first quarter
Full accountability and oversight of event project scope from strategy development, RFP, and contracting to plan and onsite execution to post-show budget reconciliation and KPI measurement and reporting Develop and implement project plans, event budgets, critical timelines, and more Negotiate and contract with venues, third-party agencies Lead collaboration and drive strong relationships with key contributors (vertical marketing, channel marketing, product marketing, marketing communications, leadership, and external suppliers)
Accountable for the implementation of appropriate event technology, i.e. Cvent Travel onsite to events, oversee all event operations and logistics, ensure sales and customer/partner satisfaction
Analyze and evaluate the effectiveness of specific events and programs, including ROI and report performance metrics
Novemeber 2022-Current
I manage projects and products that make users happy. I am an operations and project management specialist with both business development and marketing chops, and experience working with some of the top brands in the food, beverage, and hospitality universe. I have more than three years of diverse experience in project management, marketing, business development, event management, and program management. I’m passionate about all things customer experience and team efficiency. I would love to continue thriving as an innovator in corporate giving and help a company realize their amazing potential to support the communities they work and play in. the world is staying home, I'm perfecting my kombucha recipes, training for a 75k mountain biking race, and adding to my ever-growing list of future travel plans (next stop, Thailand!).
A W A R D S
Benjamin A. International Scholarship
Deans List: University of Utah
Hinckley Institute of Politics ALumni
B R I T O N B L A C K
E V E N T M A N A G E M E N T & C O M M U N I T Y O U T R E A C H Event Manager & Sales
Emperial Management
Serve as the logistics lead on both internal and client-focused events (live and virtual) through life-cycle of the event, including conception, planning, management, execution, and post-event follow-up
Develop project task lists and timelines for events and the associated planning process
Venue research, sourcing, and contract negotiations Budget management and expense reconciliation
Venue logistics, including, menu planning, audio-visual equipment, décor, set-up, etc.
Vendor & speaker management
Registration and invitation assistance
Organize the production of event-related materials with stakeholders, including signage, print materials, name tags, promotional giveaways, etc. On-site execution and management of the event, including venue & event staff management
Assist on large firm events/projects including the Partner Meeting Coordinate with Group Travel as required, including working with the Global Travel Manager and travel management company to oversee program travel requirements
Produce event formats for trade shows, road show pop-ups, and community- based events
April 2022- November 2023
adw5yi@r.postjobfree.com
www.linkedin.com/in/briton-black
4010 SE Division Street, Portland, Oregon
C O N T A C T
E V E N T M A N A G E R & C O M M U N I T Y O U T R E A C H W O R K E X P E R I E N C E
E X P E R T I S E
R E F E R E N C E S
Team Development
Grant Administration
Data Analysis
Relationship Building
Proven ability to help companies
maximize their community
engagement efforts
I specialize in company culture,
employee relations, team
performance, values, and
engagement.
I am that coworker who is always
happy, even before coffee.
Catherine Cargill
adw5yi@r.postjobfree.com
Cait Ridley
adw5yi@r.postjobfree.com
Competetive Climbing Coach
Multnomah Athletic Club
Organize and deliver induction training and specific classes and workshops Develop, encourage, and inspire climbers toward climbing skill development and progression.
Coach at local and regional events for competitive and recreational teams. Communicate with climbers, parents, and staff.
Regularly work with the developmental program to develop a positive crossover opportunity from recreational climbing to competitive climbing. Weekly route setting for bouldering and sport routes. Assist Head Coach and staff in daily gym safety inspections being continually alert to unsafe conditions or activities.
January 2023- Current
Stewardship Manager & Community Outreach
Utah Open Lands
Creation and implementation of baseline and annual stewardship maps utilizing ArcGIS/Pro for conservation easement properties throughout the state of Utah Built relationships within the local climbing community to lead collaborative events and engage the community
Creation of annual stewardship reports for all Utah Open Lands conserved lands Engaged UOL community through events to ensure that UOL had increasing community involvement
Planning, facilitating, and managing volunteers in local events Creating new partnerships and coordinating collaborative events Responsible for monitoring protected lands to ensure there have not been any violations, encroachments, or changes that impact
conservation easement terms
Grant writing and donor procurement
Utilize legal avenues to effectively solve issues impacting conservation easement terms if breaches have occurred
July 2021- April 2022
Private Events Manager
The Ivy
Coordinate large private parties for weddings, television events, and brand release events
Top revenue-driving server and received the highest tip-out consecutively Use direct marketing through event production and implementation to create meaningful connections with the community and create sales opportunities for clients
Manage live marketing campaigns and product promotion in collaboration with clients
Create B2B and B2C experiences to produce relationship-building opportunities between clients and customers
December 2020-April 2022
B R I T O N B L A C K
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