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Holly P.

Vancouver, Canada

$60/hr
5.0
15 jobs

My diverse experience as a certified meeting planner (CMP), healthcare meeting compliance certified planner (HMCC), Medical Meeting Planner (MMP) and project manager continuously drives me to identify opportunities which encourage growth for both internal and external stakeholders. I am proud to develop and maintain solid relationships, and to encourage the exchange of knowledge in unique and creative ways. I am incredibly passionate about building partnerships and creating strategic opportunities for collaboration, innovation and conversations. I am highly skilled in end-to-end event management, and am eager to help you achieve a memorable and unique event experience. My international planning portfolio includes (but not limited to!): - VIP Events - Government and Political Congresses and Events - Large Scale B2B Conferences - Medical Meetings and Advisory Boards - Corporate Meetings and Retreats - Signature Fundraising Events and Galas - Reunions and Engagement Activities - Large Scale Community Festivals and Events - Signature Public Engagement Events

  • Event Planning
  • Corporate Event Planning
  • Event Management
  • Event-Driven Programming
  • Event Marketing
  • Event Publicity
  • Creative Direction
  • Program Management
  • Creative Strategy
  • Event Sourcing Framework
  • Media Relations
  • Public Relations
  • Public Relations Strategy
Justine C.

Mississauga, Canada

$45/hr
4.6
13 jobs

I help B2C and B2B to create successful marketing initiatives such as sales events, retreats, trade shows, webinars & conferences. It's not enough for your business to focus on just one channel, it needs an integrated approach. Connecting with your customers means using various channels of interaction. As an entrepreneur I know how time consuming this can be. Allow me to help you with these different tasks so you can focus on changing lives and impacting others. I am self-motivated and progress-driven. I LOVE events, allow me to support your business so you can focus on what matters in your role. As an entrepreneur/freelancer, I have honed my relationship-building abilities, tight deadlines & an astute problem-solver. I am capable of prioritizing and managing complex projects with proficiency. In my previous roles, I exercised skills in organization, communication, and reliability. Recent work - Business & wellness retreats - Conference event manager - Organized various travel - Virtual event moderator - Event producer that focused on in person sales events throughout the United States - Virtual event producer; tech support - Event logistics manager; managing all trade show logistics Highlights - English speaking - Lead magnet & sales funnel set up through Click Funnels - Proficient with active campaigns, google drive, canva & zoom - Calendar management - Event management - Basic bookkeeping (invoices & expenses) - Ability to book travel arrangements - Strategic planning skills - Email marketing -Customer service - Full event execution - Speaker management Strengths - Creative - Confident - Flexible - Dependable/ consistent - Problem Solver - Self Driven

  • Corporate Event Planning
  • Event Management
  • Travel Planning
  • Email Marketing
  • Zoom Video Conferencing
  • Administrative Support
  • Virtual Assistance
  • Logistics Coordination
  • Social Media Marketing
  • Business Management
  • Strategy
  • Customer Service
Pamela W.

Bolton, Canada

$15/hr
5.0
1 jobs

I have excellent attention to detail and professional communication skills with experience in: •Creating and processing invoices in QuickBooks. •Creating Salesforce reports and Form Site forms. •Data entry. •LiveChat. •Writing, reviewing and editing company emails, and website content. Proficient in MS Office, Google Suite, FormSite, Salesforce, Quickbooks and Social Media applications. I'm a touch typist working at 70 wpm. Whether you need support completing a small administrative task, or help with a bigger project, I can help.

  • Data Entry
  • General Transcription
  • Virtual Assistance
  • Microsoft Project
  • G-Cloud
  • Typing
  • Editing & Proofreading
  • Salesforce Lightning
  • QuickBooks Online
Daniella T.

Belle River, Canada

$20/hr
5.0
1 jobs

I’m a Marketing and Content Specialist with a background in journalism, event planning, and digital marketing. My first year of journalism trained me in strong writing, editing, research, and storytelling — skills I now use to create clear, engaging content for brands. I’ve also worked in event planning, which taught me organization, communication, and how to deliver polished work under pressure. Now, as a Business Marketing student, I’m developing skills in social media strategy, branding, consumer behaviour, and digital promotion. Top Skills: • Writing & editing • Social media marketing • Content creation • Research & organization • Communication & customer understanding

  • Marketing
  • Proofreading
  • Copywriting
  • Content Writing
Devon C.

Toronto, Canada

$25/hr
5.0
1 jobs

I am a highly skilled, professional, and dynamic Virtual Executive Assistant and freelancer with extensive experience supporting a diverse clientele of companies, startups, and entrepreneurs worldwide. I specialize in executive and administrative support, including managing email correspondence, client communication, and sales, calendar coordination and appointment setting, research and data management, social media coordination and content creation, design, travel and event coordination, and project management, all to enhance efficiency and productivity for my clients and the teams I support. Known for my attention to detail, strong communication skills, adaptability, and creative problem-solving, I thrive in fast-paced, and dynamic environments. Based in Southern Ontario, Canada, in the Eastern Timezone (EST), I am flexible and experienced collaborating with clients and teams all over the world, across global timezones, to deliver consistent results.

  • Event Planning
  • Event Management
  • Project Management
  • Scheduling
  • Virtual Assistance
  • Receptionist Skills
  • Administrative Support
  • Data Entry
  • Organizer
  • Content Creation
  • Event Setup
  • Communication Skills
  • Communications
  • Customer Service
  • Office Administration
Beth E.

Ottawa, Canada

$60/hr
5.0
5 jobs

I work with destinations, cultural institutions, event venues, and hospitality businesses to strengthen operations, improve the customer experience, and support long term growth. I combine strategic consulting with practical, hands-on work. I also support clients with both corporate and personal travel and event planning, particularly where projects involve multiple sites/destinations, complex logistics, or the need for realistic, well-paced itineraries. What I can help with: • Strategic planning and operational reviews • Destination development and placemaking • Market research and stakeholder engagement • Sales and marketing strategy • Event planning and management • Corporate and personal travel planning • Customer service improvements and process development • On the ground support to help teams deliver better guest experiences What my clients value: • Strong organization and clear communication • A practical approach rooted in real industry experience • Ability to understand challenges quickly and find workable solutions • A balance of high level strategy and hands on implementation I take on both short term projects and ongoing support roles.

  • Event Planning
  • Event Management
  • Project Management
  • Travel Planning
  • Hospitality & Tourism
  • Strategic Planning
  • Stakeholder Management
  • Community Engagement
  • Customer Service
  • Report Writing
  • SWOT Analysis
  • Feasibility Study
  • Gap Analysis
  • Travel Itinerary
  • Travel & Hospitality

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