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Experienced CMP Event Planner | Corporate | Onsite & Virtual Logistics Lead I’m a seasoned Certified Meeting Professional (CMP) with over 29 years of experience designing and delivering standout events. I thrive as an onsite event lead, partnering seamlessly with teams, vendors, and stakeholders to ensure smooth execution from pre-planning to post-event wrap-up. Core Capabilities: ✔️ Full-service event logistics, agenda development & run-of-show creation ✔️ Vendor coordination & contract negotiation ✔️ Venue sourcing, site inspections & ADA accessibility ✔️ Budget management, speaker coordination & day-of execution ✔️ Post-event surveys, wrap-ups, and reporting Recent Highlights: * Increased conference attendance by 20% through targeted incentives and upgraded registration workflows * Produced 80+ events in 2023–early 2024, maintaining a 98% client satisfaction rating * Oversaw a $2.1M annual budget across multiple departments * Authored a comprehensive event planning guide for a local leadership organization Platforms & Tools I Use Proficiently: * Cvent, Social Tables, Zoom Webinar & Livestream * SharePoint, Smartsheet, ProjectPlace, Microsoft 365, Monday, and Asana * Trello, Slack, ClickUp, Airtable * Canva * Data Analysis tools for event metrics & reporting Certifications: * Certified Meeting Professional (CMP) – 2022 (Events Industry Council) * Digital Event Strategist (DES) – 2023 (PCMA) * Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Certificate (e-Cornell University) * Ongoing development in accessibility, sustainability, and inclusive event design If you're looking for a strategic, reliable, and high-touch partner to elevate your next event—I’d love to connect. Let’s create something unforgettable, together.

With over 20 years of experience coordinating events professionally, through volunteer organizations, and in my own home, I help busy professionals, families, and businesses stay organized and bring ideas to life with less stress and more efficiency. My background includes event coordination, travel planning, online research, vendor communication and negotiation, scheduling as well as administrative support. I specialize in managing details and logistics for a wide range of personal and professional projects, including birthdays, showers, themed parties, dinners, bachelorette outings, group activities, travel coordination, and events of all sizes. Services include: -Event concept & logistics coordination -Vendor, venue & entertainment research -Travel, transportation & lodging coordination -Scheduling, timelines & itinerary creation -Administrative & virtual assistant support -Online research & sourcing -Invitation wording & printable ideas -Food, decor & activity planning My goal is to provide organized, reliable support from the initial idea through execution—helping clients save time, reduce stress, and keep everything running smoothly in one place.

I am seeking opportunities to help with all or part of the growth of your company. I am proficient and quick when it comes to working for my clients. I maintain a high quality of ethics and standards at all times. My purpose is to help take care of the "small stuff" so that you can concentrate on the bigger picture. Collaboration with Startup companies and entrepreneurs are a major part of my portfolio. I provide consulting and hands on services as part of your team or in conjunction with your team. My collaborative services include: Event management Business Launch Parties Site selection Selecting and managing vendors Planning and maintaining budget Contract negotiations Menu planning and selections Onsite Meeting Management Team management Speaker selection Program management Virtual Administration: Calendar Management Light Bookkeeping Appointment Setting Transcription Travel Planning and Research Research Social Media Consulting and Management: Blog Posting and Management Advertising Kickstarter Campaigns Recruitment Campaigns

Hello! I specialize in copy hierarchy: deciding what information goes where to inform and persuade readers. Combining storytelling principles, consumer behavior strategies, and marketing, I craft copy that engages, entertains, and educates readers. The most effective copy is connection-driven and conversion-led. Meaning, copy that is written for people and also profit. COPYWRITING SPECIALTIES: Website Copywriting Blog Writing Article Writing Newsletter Writing Email Campaigns A snapshot about myself and how I can help you: + I am fiercely passionate about helping clients establish a genuine connection with their audience through strategic, authentic content. + Using engaging and thoughtful copy, the reader is guided through the buying journey, feeling confident in their decision making. + Over 11+ years of copywriting and content writing and editing experience (blogs, emails, newsletters, website copy, and everything in between). + My 300+ published, high-ranking blogs help clients across multiple industries including SaaS, Beauty, Wellness, Photography, Weddings, and more significantly increase website traffic. + Website copywriting is my jam. + SEO fluent + I've helped dozens of clients hone their brand messaging, find their voice, and connect with their audience. + I'm a Native English speaker with a degree in Strategic Marketing and minor in English. + Research is my middle name. Not really, but wouldn't that be weird?? I'm available now to help check a few items off your too long to-do list. Send me a job invite, or let's start a conversation about how we can work together. Thanks for reading! Lauren J. Conversion Copywriter| Content Strategist

I’m an event coordination and operations professional with experience supporting nonprofits, campaigns, founders, and mission-driven businesses through strategic planning, logistics management, fundraising events, and operational support. My background includes event planning, executive support, operations consulting, donor engagement, and community outreach across nonprofit, political, and entrepreneurial environments. I’ve coordinated fundraising events, managed vendor and stakeholder communications, handled scheduling and logistics, and supported organizations through fast-paced growth and change. I bring a structured, solutions-focused approach to complex projects and high-volume coordination. Through my consulting work, I’ve helped clients streamline workflows, strengthen communications, improve operational systems, and create more sustainable processes. One client saw a 32% increase in active customers after I revamped their operations, workflow systems, and communication strategy. I offer hands-on support with: • Event and fundraiser planning • Vendor, venue, and stakeholder coordination • Project and operations management • Calendar and administrative organization • Social media and content coordination • Client and donor communications • Workflow development and process improvement • Executive and operational support I’m especially interested in supporting nonprofits, ethical businesses, advocacy organizations, and community-focused initiatives. I bring strong organizational skills, clear communication, attention to detail, and reliable execution to every project.