Debora Geithner
Arlington,VA
Summary
Event coordination and operations professional with experience planning programs, managing logistics, coordinating vendors, and overseeing participants for corporate, nonprofit, and community events. Proven ability to manage timelines, budgets, registrations, and communications while ensuring smooth execution. Strong organizational and client-facing skills with a reputation for reliability, attention to detail, and problem solving under pressure.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Design Assistant
KPH Studio
Arlington, VA
11.2017 - 04.2024
- Coordinated project timelines between vendors, subcontractors, and clients to ensure on-time completion of projects
- Prepared project budgets and client invoices, managed purchases, and monitored expenses
- Researched and sourced materials and vendors to ensure maximum quality and profitability
Election Protection Coordinator
Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law
Washington, DC
06.2004 - 12.2004
- Coordinated nationwide program involving 3,000+ volunteers across multiple states
- Scheduled training sessions and managed election-day hotline staffing logistics
- Maintained volunteer database and registration records
- Supervised staff of four employees
- Represented organization at conferences and recruitment events
Association Manager
Adair & Associates
Honolulu, HI
01.2003 - 12.2003
- Planned and executed professional events including monthly luncheons, certification programs, and continuing education classes
- Managed registrations, payments, and attendee communications
- Coordinated venues, vendors, and event promotion
- Maintained membership database and participant records
Business Banking Officer
Bank of Hawaii
Honolulu, HI
01.2001 - 01.2003
- Built relationships with 300+ business clients through direct communication and outreach in order to retain and expand profitable client relationships
- Participated in community and professional events to promote services and expand partnerships
Senior Assistant Buyer
Liberty House
Honolulu, HI
07.2000 - 01.2001
- Managed finances for the jewelry department in thirteen Hawaiian department stores including purchasing, markdown plans, and gross margin performance.
- Prepared weekly and seasonal business plans outlining sales, advertising, pricing, and visual merchandising objectives.
Inventory Analyst
Charlotte Russe / Rampage
San Diego, CA
11.1999 - 06.2000
- Created purchasing recommendations, inventory plans and distribution schedules to maximize sales and reach proper inventory levels by product classification for nationwide retail chain
Assistant Buyer
May Company - Hecht's Division
Arlington, VA
02.1996 - 09.1999
- Controlled annual receipt plan of $15 million from merchandise selection and order placement through delivery and in-store set up in 74 department stores.
- Assisted in developing seasonal buying plans, ensuring optimal merchandise assortment to meet customer demands.
- Selected to be a trainer for newly hired Assistant Buyers and Interns
Education
Bachelor of Science - Marketing
Pennsylvania State University
State College11.1995
Skills
- Event Planning & Execution
- Vendor & Client Coordination
- Scheduling & Logistics Management
- Registration & Database Management
- Budget Tracking & Invoicing
- Volunteer Coordination
- Customer Service & Relationship Building
Timeline
Design Assistant
KPH Studio
11.2017 - 04.2024
Election Protection Coordinator
Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law
06.2004 - 12.2004
Association Manager
Adair & Associates
01.2003 - 12.2003
Business Banking Officer
Bank of Hawaii
01.2001 - 01.2003
Senior Assistant Buyer
Liberty House
07.2000 - 01.2001
Inventory Analyst
Charlotte Russe / Rampage
11.1999 - 06.2000
Assistant Buyer
May Company - Hecht's Division
02.1996 - 09.1999
Bachelor of Science - Marketing
Pennsylvania State University