Event Planning Executive Assistant

Sandrine A. Mailli

Metro Atlanta, Georgia, USA

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Executive Summary

Accomplished Senior Meeting Manager and Event Director with over 15 years of global experience in the full event lifecycle, from concept through execution. Adept at managing complex meetings, conferences, and corporate events across diverse industries and international locations. Proven leader in strategic planning, budget management, vendor relations, attendee engagement, and onsite logistics. Known for increasing operational efficiency and enhancing event impact while maintaining strict compliance and brand integrity.

Professional Experience

Sr. Sales, Marketing & Event Manager

Ethiopian Airlines – New York, NY Dec 2017 – Mar 2020

• Launched new hubs in Newark and JFK, as well as a Manhattan ticketing office.

• Directed all regional event planning and execution, including high-level stakeholder events.

• Increased regional visibility and grew clientele by 35% in less than 3 years.

• Managed budgets, vendors, venue sourcing, contracts, staffing, and onsite logistics.

Sr. Global Conference Manager

Meridian Meetings Factory, LLC – Atlanta, GA Remote Jan 2015 – Jul 2018

• Planned and executed complex global programs in over 45 countries.

• Managed budgets, venue sourcing, vendor negotiations, and reconciliation processes.

• Led strategic planning sessions with clients and internal teams to ensure goal alignment.

Global Account Executive / Sr. Conference Manager

Conference Direct LLC – Atlanta, GA Remote Sep 2011 – Jul 2015

• Managed 50+ global programs annually with full ownership of event lifecycle.

• Built Strategic Meetings Management Programs (SMMPs) for international clients.

• Recognized as a Top Salesperson and awarded for client satisfaction and innovation.

Senior Conference Manager

Synergy Enterprises, Inc. – Silver Spring, MD Sep 2005 – Jul 2011

• Directed high-caliber meetings for federal, medical, and scientific organizations.

• Specialized in grant reviews, product launches, and high-visibility annual conferences.

• Expert in budgeting, contract negotiation, and comprehensive onsite support.

Professional Project Manager (Contractor)

Delta Air Lines, Inc. – Metro Atlanta, GA May 2021 – Nov 2021

• Collaborated with In-Flight Services and Global Events team for key meetings and conferences.

• Managed logistics, registration, planning, and onsite management for major corporate events.

Education

Foreign Languages

Atlanta Metropolitan State College – Atlanta, GA Sep 1994 – Jun 1996

Hospitality & Tourism Management

Daytona State College – Daytona Beach, FL Aug 1991 – Dec 1993

Core Competencies

• End-to-End Meeting & Event Management

• Strategic Planning & Budget Oversight

• Vendor Contracting & Negotiation

• Stakeholder & Attendee Engagement

• Virtual & Hybrid Event Platforms

• Risk & Crisis Management

• Team Leadership & Cross-functional Collaboration

• Cvent Concur Amadeus Eventbrite Microsoft & Google Suite

Languages

English (Expert), French (Native), Amharic (Expert), Spanish (Intermediate), Arabic (Beginner)

Interests

Private Chef & Baker Floral Design World Travel (85 countries, 37 U.S. States)

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