706 Bounty Drive Apt. 607| Foster City, XXXXXX xxxxxx xxx-xxx-xxxx | abc@xyz.com

Marketing | Event Planning | Cross-functional Team Leadership | Vendor Relations | Stakeholder Engagement

Client Service | Digital & Email Advertising | Interpersonal Communixxxxxxtion | Staff Management & Training

Needs Assessment | Marketing Channels & Strategy | MS Office | Online Advertising | Windows OS

Energetic and self-motivated professional with nearly 20 years of progressive and globally-reaching experience in brand development. Outgoing and team-focused with an innate ability to foster lasting, long-term business relationships to fuel company awareness. Able to utilize time management, organization and problem solving skills to lead by example in managing, guiding and empowering teams to surpass organizational goals. Seeking a Director of Global Events role, preferably at the senior level, that will allow for ongoing use of skills. Targeting positions that will ultimately deliver opportunities for professional growth and continued xxxxxxreer advancement.

  Successfully expanded the Marketing Events Department from 20 events to driving 140+ events annually; founded and trained a team of departmental core players, e.g. external vendors and contractors

  Controlled and oversaw operations for an annual event marketing budget of $5M

  Created engaging, innovative xxxxxxmpaigns that promoted an improvement in attendee experience while simultaneously showxxxxxxsing the brand at notable industry events 

  Restructured lead generation ROI tracking for all event sponsorships and trade shows

  Played a pivotal role in facilitating all pre-IPO marketing initiatives and events 

  Partook in a series of Exhibitor Advisory Boards for events such as the RSA Conference, Black Hat, the IT Roadshow and other leading security industry events

  Revitalized the annual Qualys User Conference from a single-day general session meeting to a multi-day conference that featured a Sponsor Pavilion and other attractions

  Also developed and sold event marketing sponsorship packages to integration partners for the annual Qualys User Conference 

  Produced numerous high-xxxxxxliber events including the AlwaysOn Innovation Summit, the 2004 MacroVision SoftSummit, as well as a benefit for the Coming Home Hospice

  Drove the execution of lead generation programs, launch parties, tradeshows, and national sales meetings

  Also acted as a Freelance Event Consultant for several clients including Sagent Technologies, DemandTec, Mobile Village and PlanetOut, Inc.

  Managed production logistics for the Seybold loxxxxxxtions in San Francisco and Amsterdam

  Oversaw all show floor operations and managed event production timelines with an eye for detail

  Liaised with the Conference and Programs team to devise an event strawman plan relative to space availability, event flow, content and special features for each engagement

  Managed all keynote logistics, including selection of a viable production company

  Ensured overall compliance with set budgets and guidelines; worked collaboratively with internal teams to determine pre-event and onsite requirements

  Crafted and managed an event budget of $2M; actively prevented overspending on a regular basis

  Evaluated and negotiated facility contracts and tenaciously managed the use of event spaces

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  Cooperated with the brand team to strategize and implement new product ideas, marketing concepts and all related content, including event design/implementation, branding and graphics

  Managed external client and vendor relations; created and reviewed requests for proposals and/or requests for quotes

  Effixxxxxxciously negotiated vendor rates; contracted with vendors to ensure adherence to guidelines and budgets

  Managed all other vendor-related activities as needed

  Developed and produced all events including the annual national sales conference, a Chairman s Club Trip, NASXXXXXXR events, charity golf tournaments, auctions and national tradeshows

  Managed a $1M+ budget used for annual sales event planning; included budget analysis, site inspections and vendor relations

  Created themed programs to generate enthusiasm and promote upcoming events

  Compiled comprehensive post-mortem data including surveys, ROI, bill reconciliation and event feedback, presented at post-event wrap-up meeting to inform all stakeholders of event successes

  Consulted with subsidiaries on effixxxxxxcy of brand awareness; included development of a logo usage guide

  Designed and managed the company intranet store, intended to serve as a cost-effective method used by all employees to obtain the latest promotional items and marketing peripherals

  Authored the HotBytes quarterly newsletter and contributed articles that announced marketing highlights

  Advertised all programs via use of self-designed web sites and launches specific to each one; also managed personnel and vendors for each event

  Produced and staged all Mobile and PDA expos, forums and trade shows; selected venues, inspected sites, negotiated contracts, coordinated programs, constructed budgets, sold sponsorships

  Headed all onsite event coordination efforts; fueled positive relationships with all involved external stakeholders as well including venues, audiovisual providers, foodservice providers and d cor companies

  Positively identified and adhered to the needs of both exhibitors and sponsors alike; sought out new business prospects with mobile/wireless companies in need of increased market presence

  Partnered with corporate clients using press releases, media outreach and relationship building efforts

  Sold advertising space on Mobilevillage.com to bolster exposure for key corporations across the industry

Completed Courses, Axxxxxxdemy of Art College

706 Bounty Drive Apt. 607| Foster City, XXXXXX xxxxxx xxx-xxx-xxxx | abc@xyz.com

March 16, 2018

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Dear [Hiring Agent Name],

I am currently seeking a challenging xxxxxxreer opportunity in a (INSERT TITLE OF TARGET POSITION) xxxxxxpacity and am submitting my resume for your review. In advance, thank you for your time and consideration. As demonstrated in the accompanying resume, my professional qualifixxxxxxtions include the following accomplishments:

  I bring years of demonstrated event planning acumen to any marketing role. I am skilled in working under pressure to surpass both employer and client expectations alike.

  I work tirelessly to provide the utmost in quality service to everyone I work with. As a professional, I am highly comfortable in achieving greatness both as a cross-collaborative team member and an individual achiever.

  I find that I interact well with independent and group stakeholders at all levels by xxxxxxrefully managing my interpersonal communixxxxxxtion skills to foster positive internal and external relationships that drive business development.

  I possess an example-based leadership style that is evidenced by the way I work with my clients. I coach, guide and mentor each to develop strategic plans that fit their needs. I am an expert in needs assessment and tailor my leadership style to fit the desires of each client and company I work with.

  My passion for connecting with others motivates me each day. Outside of my xxxxxxreer background, I have engaged in coursework at the Axxxxxxdemy of Art College in San Francisco. My studies taught me a great deal about self-discipline, goal setting and time management, among other skill areas.

As an employee, you will find me to be a driven team player committed to supporting you in achieving your objectives through superior performance. I am confident that I could be a valuable asset to your organization, and look forward to interviewing with you in the near future.

Sincerely,

Yyyyyy x. yyyyyy

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