Lynda Johnson

Managing both Social and Corporate Events. Worked with various clients both locally and globally create concepts and direct their strategic events from pre to implementation, managing and directing the corporate strategies and manage d the Project Management team to ensure a successful deployment on all events:

My duties also include:

• Managing and establishing clear objectives and goals for each event, drove execution toward goals and measured and monitored results to track impact.
• Oversaw event happenings in progress, answered guest questions, acted quickly to resolve problems and trained and supported 150 team members, vendors and volunteers.
• Surveyed and analyzed event and strategy success and orchestrated improvements that increased attendee satisfaction and revenue numbers 95%.
• Deployed solid digital marketing expertise and enlisted event technology experts to create innovative events and programs.
• Spearheaded business community event center's online presence, mobilized public relations and social media initiatives and upgraded event communications to 50,000 potential attendees.
• Managed venue, labor and technical efforts of internal and external partners to successfully execute 250 events per year.
• Researched vendors and locations, liaised between event staff and facilities and arranged teams to coordinate event setup and teardown.
• Developed and maintained year-round calendar of events, raised brand awareness and drove organic engagement with consumers and partners.
• Built and implemented cost reduction strategies and industry best practices, reduced event expenses and streamlined planning and delivery.
• Created marketing plans, grew event revenue each year and partnered with area hotels and facilities to confirm continued top service.
• Produced concept plans for high-profile corporate meetings and events.
• Developed and distributed event surveys to gather feedback and assess event success.
• Implemented contingency plans to address last-minute changes or unforeseen events.
• Developed creative themes for events and created related activities to engage attendees.
• Fulfilled contractual obligations for rehearsal and day of event coordination.
• Created detailed timelines and budgets for events to meet all deadlines.
• Coordinated transportation and parking arrangements for guests and vendors.
• Utilized social media to promote events and increase attendance.
• Evaluated existing plans, processes and events planning services to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Trained and supervised event staff to complete tasks on time.
• Negotiated contracts with venues, vendors and suppliers to obtain best rates and services.
• Managed administrative logistics of events planning, event booking, and event promotions.
• Supported senior leadership by developing status reports on activities related to planning, scheduling, cancellation, inquiries, resourcing, risk mitigation, and proposal development for various events.
• Oversaw event registration process by collecting and tracking attendee information.
• Implemented protocols and procedures to effectively manage planning process.
• Developed detailed event reports, documenting all aspects of each event.
• Coordinated travel and accommodations for event attendees.
• Researched and identified new vendors and suppliers to obtain competitive pricing.
• Monitored and controlled event expenditures to meet budgets.
• Analyzed event costs to identify areas of improvement and cost savings.

• Worked on various Projects and Events in different industries including Marks and Spencer and LLoyds Banking Group.
• Managed administrative logistics of events planning, event booking, and event promotions.
• Oversaw preparation and management of event budgets to deliver at or below projected costs.
• Fulfilled contractual obligations for rehearsal and day of event coordination.
• Delivered prompt payment for event vendors, venues, staff and transportation providers.
• Coordinated with kitchen or catering staff on delivery, timing and service style of food.
• Worked closely with couples to meet wedding goals, maintain deadlines and resolve complaints or service issues.
• Searched and negotiated suitable venues per setup requirements and budget constraints.
• Generated ideas to enhance and expand current event offerings.
• Negotiated with vendors to achieve most favorable terms.
• Coordinated florists, photographers, and musicians for events.
• Produced detailed proposals for events to document timelines, suppliers and budgets.
• Utilized job-related software to create standard guidelines, calendars and budgets for each event.
• Nurtured and built relationships with vendors, venues and industry contacts to obtain best pricing and services for events.
• Liaised with clients to determine exact event requirements.
• Maintained and built comprehensive database of industry contacts, vendors and venues.
• Coordinated with sales and marketing teams to publicize and promote events.
• Assembled creative and innovative event attractions based on internal capabilities.
• Developed and implemented successful marketing plans to generate event revenue.
• Prepared invitations to send out to guest lists.
• Supported senior leadership by developing status reports on activities related to planning, scheduling, cancellation, inquiries, resourcing, risk mitigation, and proposal development for various events.
• Coordinated travel and accommodations for event attendees.
• Oversaw event registration process by collecting and tracking attendee information.
• Evaluated existing plans, processes and events planning services to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Coordinated transportation and parking arrangements for guests and vendors.
• Utilized social media to promote events and increase attendance.
• Researched and identified new vendors and suppliers to obtain competitive pricing.
• Developed and distributed event surveys to gather feedback and assess event success.
• Developed creative themes for events and created related activities to engage attendees.
• Created detailed timelines and budgets for events to meet all deadlines.
• Developed detailed event reports, documenting all aspects of each event.
• Implemented contingency plans to address last-minute changes or unforeseen events.
• Monitored and controlled event expenditures to meet budgets.
• Trained and supervised event staff to complete tasks on time.
• Produced concept plans for high-profile corporate meetings and events.
• Negotiated contracts with venues, vendors and suppliers to obtain best rates and services.
• Analyzed event costs to identify areas of improvement and cost savings.
• Implemented protocols and procedures to effectively manage planning process.

• Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
• Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
• Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
• Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
• Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
• Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
• Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
• Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting.
• Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
• Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
• Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
• Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
• Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
• Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
• Developed strong organizational and communication skills through coursework and volunteer activities.
• Developed strong communication and organizational skills through working on group projects.
• Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
• Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
• Delivered services to customer locations within specific timeframes.
• Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.