Event Planning & Creative Direction Expert
Resume:
Ronnette
Griffin-Taylor
Event Management
********.******@*****.***
SUMMARY
Creative thinker with 15+ years of expertise in Event curation and management. Skilled in budgeting, logistics, and client relations with a proven track record of delivering seamless, impactful events. Team oriented with strong organizational skills and an eye for detail. EDUCATION
Metropolitan College
New York City · 2014 - 2017
MBA: Media Management
Virginia State University
Virginia · 1999 - 2003
Bachelor of Science: Public Administration
SKILLS
Event Planning
Client Engagement
Problem-Solving
Creative Direction
ROI Tracking
EXPERIENCE
Event Planner/Creative Director - RGT Events
New York · Dec 2012 - Current
Planning and executing high-profile events in NYC and Los Angeles, managing budgets, logistics, and vendor coordination from concept to completion. Developing sales and marketing strategies to foster client relationships and drive venue rentals through B2B networking and marketing initiatives. Overseeing pre- and post-event operations, including financial reporting and data analysis, ensuring seamless production and high-quality results. Delivered elevated events and guest expereinces
Event Consultant - Guggenheim Museum
· Jul 2013 - Dec 2013
Coordinated logistics for Isaac Mizrahi's Peter & The Wolf series under the Works & Process program. Delivered exceptional client service while managing stage builds and pre-event planning. Collaborated with the creative team to streamline event logistics and ensure successful execution. Led efforts to enhance event revenue, ensuring financial goals for Works & Process programs were met
Event Planner (Contract) - Department of Education
· May 2013 - Jul 2013
Directed a team of over 100 staff and vendors to implement event strategies successfully. Oversaw budgeting, logistics, and detailed agenda development for various programs. Managed operations, including customer engagements, process management, calendaring, and venue sourcing. Delivered on-site event execution, including day-of setup and vendor coordination Event Coordinator - General Growth Opportunities
· Apr 2006 - Nov 2007
Arranged travel, prepared T&E reports, and managed tenant/vendor billing for the South Street Seaport property. Evaluated potential clients for property use in film, commercial, and photo productions. Monitored budgets and tracked project statuses for optimal resource allocation. Analyzed ROI and communicated results to marketing and leadership teams Consultant - JP Morgan Chase
· Apr 2004 - Mar 2006
Managed complex scheduling for two VP-level executives, coordinating with internal and external stakeholders. Liaised with high-level executives to ensure seamless execution of both virtual and in-person meetings. Organized event setups, venue selection, and logistics for B2B events and conferences ACHIEVEMENTS
Notable Projects: AWS Re: Invent, F1 Grand Prix 2024, NYFW 2018 with Bollare Agency, Tech Hive Event, MoMA/Volkswagen PS1 collaborations, Tommy Hilfiger Pop-Up Shop, Children's Club Pop-Up 2018, Carolina Herrera Spring Fashion Week Runway Show (2011), SM with Cancer Launch, Women in Sports
& Entertainment Event
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