Korie Smith

Event Curator/Coordinator

Dynamic and precise Event Curator/Coordinator with 15+ years’ experience in contract management, product conversions, and supply chain management in fast-paced environments. Adept at coordinating, planning, and executing special events within designated budgets while establishing and maintaining strong relationships with vendors, sponsors, and external partners to facilitate seamless event execution and consistently exceed client expectations. Keen at mentoring creative teams, assessing their projects, and fostering professional development to enhance overall team performance. Seeking a challenging role within the Entertainment Industry, focusing on event coordination for entertainment, sports, and special events, to leverage skills and experience.

Contacts

312-***-****

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Studio City, CA

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Skills

●Leadership/Management

●Sales and Marketing

●Creativity

●Organization

●Communication

●Teamwork

●Problem-solving

●Time Management

●Critical Thinking

●Decision-making

●Stress Management

●Adaptability

●Conflict Management

●Resourcefulness

●Persuasion

●Public Speaking

●Openness to Criticism

●Ability to Learn

●Multi-tasking

●Process Improvement

●Growth Mindset

●Active Listening

●Work Ethic

●Emotional Intelligence

Education

Associate Degree of Arts Illinois State University - Normal, IL

Additional Experience

Pharmacy Buyer Marianjoy Rehabilitation Hospital Wheaton, IL Aug 2015 - Feb 2015

Office Manager System Development Integration Wheaton, IL Oct 2001 – Nov 2002

Business Analyst System Development Integration Wheaton, IL June 2000 – Oct 2001

Volunteer Experience

Celebrated supply chain professionals in healthcare during Supply Chain Week.

Honored pharmacy professionals' achievements during Pharmacy Week.

Promoted heart health and raising funds for research during Heart Walks.

Influenced local causes and community needs through fundraisers.

Work Experience

Creative Executive Oct 2020 - Present

290 East Entertainment Chicago, IL

●Conceptualized, planned, and executed creative entertainment, sports and special events projects resulting in high client satisfaction and business growth.

●Managed and mentored junior creative team of 8+ members and assessed their projects fostering professional development and enhancing team performance.

●Established and maintained strong relationships with vendors, sponsors, and external partners, facilitating seamless event execution.

●Streamlined $4m+ budget timelines, and production schedules, ensuring timely delivery of creative projects within financial constraints.

●Monitored industry trends and best practices, keeping the company competitive in the market.

Sourcing & Value Analysis Coordinator Apr 2019 - Sep 2020

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Hospital Chicago, IL

●Maximized value from GPO by enrolling in contract tier levels and ensuring optimal participation, resulting in improved contract management and cost savings.

●Co-ordinated with the Strategic Sourcing & Value Analysis teams by maintaining the accuracy of contract data, contract documents, and Value Analysis requests optimizing performance.

●Facilitated product conversions by sourcing work plan maintenance, and Value Analysis initiatives, contributing to enhanced operational efficiency.

●Collaborated with the Supply Chain Business Systems Operations teams to streamline new item add requests and item maintenance in the ERP system.

●Responded to internal stakeholders and external vendor inquiries by monitoring and addressing departmental email correspondence.

●Reviewed and assessed New Product Requests, supporting multidisciplinary Value Analysis Committees in the evaluation and selection of products for standardization and cost savings.

●Coordinated product conversions and other product-related initiatives, serving as the initial point of contact for Sourcing and Value Analysis inquiries.

Pharmacy Buyer Feb 2016 - Apr 2019

Presence Resurrection Health Care / Chicago, IL

●Streamlined supply chain management within the Pharmacy, leading to improved efficiency in ordering pharmaceuticals and supplies.

●Managed purchasing activities, including order placement, receiving orders into information systems, purchase order creation, and invoice processing.

●Established and maintained optimal par levels, ensuring a consistent supply of pharmaceuticals and materials.

●Collaborated with vendors and suppliers to address procurement needs and maintain smooth operations.

●Optimized pharmaceutical inventory and managed vendor relationships, contributing to overall cost savings, and enhanced operational performance.

Pharmacy Buyer/Pharmacy Technician Nov 2005 - Aug 2015

West Suburban Medical Center Pharmacy Oak Park, IL

●Increased outpatient prescriptions by 70% and revenue by 60% in 2012 by skillfully coordinating new prescription service program displaying exceptional communication abilities.

●Fostered connections between pharmaceutical sales representatives, pharmacists, and medical professionals by organizing monthly business lunches and networking events.

●Calculated dosages, dispensed medications, prepared prescription labels, and filled prescriptions for approval by pharmacists, maintaining high attention to detail.

●Incorporated a proprietary computer program to access and manage prescription information, ensuring seamless insurance billing and prescription processing.

●Monitored daily transactions to resolve dosage conflicts, harmful drug interactions, insurance issues, and other matters, promoting patient safety and customer loyalty.

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