Hire the Best Event Planners in Las Vegas, NV
Las Vegas, Nevada
Greetings! I am a seasoned events professional with over 15 years’ experience. Throughout my career, I have had the opportunity to produce and manage various events, including brand activations, festivals, sporting events, roadshows, product launches, conferences, meetings, incentive and business travel, along with unique destination and VIP experiences. My diverse role as a producer, planner, and project manager has allowed me to develop and deliver fresh and innovative solutions that are curated for each experience. I am delighted to jump right in and assist where needed as I am well equipped for any event related endeavor. Currently, I am hired to assist in various capacities, becoming an "extension of the current team" to provide guidance, help, and support. Depending on the needs, I have produced the entire event from concept to completion or taken on a specific role, such as venue and supplier sourcing, pre-production, onsite management, registration, volunteer/staff coordination, food and beverage/menu planning, BEO review/guarantees, budget, budgets, budgeting, ancillary and team building programming, offsite excursions and events, transportation, unique experiences, onsite staffing, support services, hospitality manager, onsite manager, tradeshow/booth staff, sponsorship sales, create sponsor prospectus and packages, sales, product launch, multi city tours, sport events (the big game, golf tournaments, etc.) hotel and travel bookings, operations, scheduling, destination management, grand openings, community events, galas, reception, customer events, VIP or unique experience events, team/staff training, etc. I am delighted to take on any role and have been responsible for producing or supporting over 600 events ranging from intimate in size and scope (5 people) to over 10,000+ attendees. Clients range from associations, civic/community groups, corporate, festivals, sporting events, restaurants, to personal/leisure/independent travel. MICE/FIT/Corporate groups. Interestingly, I was able to earn the international accreditation of being a Certified Special Events Professional (CSEP) in 2013. Established in 1933, the CSEP designation recognizes event professionals who have successfully demonstrated the essential knowledge, skills, and ability required to plan and execute all components of a variety of special events. I re-certified in 2023, valid through 2028. Having a Bachelors Degree in Communications from UNLV and certificates in conference management and event planning, as well as in event design and production from The International School of Hospitality (TISOH) means I am well equipped for any event or program. I also serve as an instructor for an event design and production course at the International School of Hospitality, teaching aspiring event coordinators event skills, best practices, and techniques. Recently, I obtained an Executive Certificate in Hospitality and Tourism Management for FAU. My passion for events shines through in my ability to build personal connections with clients (and their guests/customers/partners/attendees), creating memorable and meaningful experiences. The most rewarding part of my profession is seeing every detail of a well-planned event come together through passionate teamwork, delighting the participants, creating lasting and measurable results. I look forward to connecting with you to discuss your event related needs and vision.
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- Event Management
- Project Management
- Marketing Management
- Budget Management
- Project Management Professional
- Sales Operations
- Brand Marketing
- Brand Strategy
Las Vegas, Nevada
I love to plan—projects, events, experiences. Whether it's bringing a vision to life or orchestrating a seamless execution, I'm in my element turning ideas into memorable realities. I’m a creator of memories, a lover of communication, and a connector of people and purpose. Depending on how you view the world, I’m either a free-spirited Type A or an ambitious Type B—equal parts visionary and doer. From building systems that scale to crafting unforgettable experiences, I bring heart, hustle, and a touch of magic to everything I do. ✨ Looking to plan a conference, retreat, or private event? Need help with streamlining business processes or just need help with a quick project? Maybe all of the above? You’re in the right place! **Rate is TBD -/+ based on event/project** Hi, I’m Jess - an international Event Planner and Project Manager with over a decade of experience helping people bring their ideas to life. From the US to the UK, Ireland, and Spain, I’ve created and managed corporate events, retreats, trade shows, and private functions. My passion is not only creating unique and memorable experiences, but ensuring a seamless execution, effortlessly bringing the vision to life. Having built three companies from the ground up and previously contributing to projects as a part of high-impact teams in the Tech, Real Estate and the Film & Television industries (including 3x Fortune 500 companies), I bring strategic insight and hands-on expertise to every project. Whether you need help implementing or organizing a new software, optimizing workflows, or managing your team goals, I make it my mission to get things done—efficiently and with a smile. Why me? 🎈 10+ years of experience managing projects, retreats, and events 🎈 Flexible availability – part-time, full-time (across multiple time zones) 🎈 Skilled in collaboration tools 🎈 Clear, concise communication 🎈 People-first leader who values building strong relationships 🎈 Creative, "out of the box" thinker 🎈 Glowing references Let’s Bring Your Vision to Life! 🎉 Event Planning & Management -End-to-end event planning for corporate, wellness, and private events of all kinds -Creative vision, budgeting, vendor management/logistics and merchandising -On-site coordination & logistics – available internationally 📊 Project & Business Operations Management -Streamline workflows and optimize business processes -Implement and manage tools like Asana, Monday.com, ClickUp, etc -Build and manage high-performing teams 📄 Documentation & Process Development -Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Software Requirements & Manuals -Clear, concise, and easy-to-navigate documentation for operational success In case you can't tell, I’m passionate about helping businesses and individuals succeed, and celebrating all the beautiful moments in life along the way! 📩 Send me a message and let's set up a quick call. Upwork Keywords Event Planning & Management: conference planning, trade shows, corporate retreats, private events, wedding planning, day-of coordination Project & Business Operations: project manager, product manager, team management, operations, startup support, SaaS, mobile apps Collaboration & Documentation: ClickUp, Asana, Trello, Jira, Monday.com, Notion, SOPs, business plans, process automation
- Event Planning
- Corporate Event Planning
- Project Management
- Project Scheduling
- Sales
- Project Plans
- Budget Management
- Interior Design
- Marketing
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