Experienced Project Director and Event Manager with 15+ years of expertise leading complex logistical operations, high-profile contracts, and international events. Skilled in contract administration, client relations, personnel training, and budget oversight. Proven ability to manage end-to-end event logistics, including visa coordination, embassy liaison, multilingual communication, and global travel support. Adept at optimizing processes, ensuring compliance, and driving operational efficiency across government, academic, and private-sector projects.
Contracts: US Patent and Trademark Office, Department of Transportation, Duke University
• Oversee strategic planning and execution of multiple government and academic contracts, ensuring compliance and efficiency.
• Serve as the primary client liaison, collaborating with Contracting Officer’s Representatives (CORs) to manage expectations and deliverables.
• Direct a team of International Program Specialists and in-country partners to execute international and domestic events with precision.
• Negotiate and coordinate with hotels, A/V providers, interpreters, translators, evaluators, and subject matter experts to meet contractual and budgetary requirements.
• Manage Smartsheet data analytics, track key performance metrics, and provide regular reports to clients and senior leadership.
• Lead weekly project meetings to align teams, resolve challenges, and ensure project milestones are met.
Department of Commerce, Commercial Law Development Program
• Managed the full lifecycle of international and domestic events, ensuring seamless execution from initiation to closeout.
• Coordinated visa applications, passport processing, and travel logistics for attendees and staff.
• Organized transportation, lodging, per diem distributions, and event space arrangements, ensuring cost-effective solutions.
• Oversaw budget management and invoicing, ensuring financial accuracy and adherence to contractual guidelines.
• Facilitated the preparation and shipment of event materials, including marketing collateral, technical documents, and conference resources.
Contract & Budget Management
Event & Logistics Coordination
International Travel & Visa Support
Vendor & Stakeholder Relations
Team Leadership & Training
Process Optimization & Compliance
Smartsheet Data & Analytics
Strategic Planning & Reporting
Account and Product Management
Salesforce Administration
• Certified Government Management Professional (GCMP)