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- $40 hourly
- 5.0/5
- (6 jobs)
*Rate +/- Dependent On Project* Planning a corporate meeting or retreat? Need help researching opportunities or streamlining business processes? I’m here to help make it happen! Hi, I’m Sarah! A Strategic Event, Communications, & Project Manager with six years of experience helping businesses map out goals and execute their vision. I offer a diverse range of services to meet your business needs, all aimed at driving growth and elevating your brand. My approach focuses on creating relevant content and memorable experiences by emphasizing 𝟱 𝗸𝗲𝘆 𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘀 throughout each project: 【1】 Comprehensive stakeholder management to align on event/project goals 【2】Extensive research, data collection, and analysis 【3】Meticulous planning and execution to ensure every detail is accounted for 【4】Creative & strategic fusion: unique ideas tailored through an objective-focused lens 【5】Feedback processes to identify areas of improvement and ensure continuous growth 𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸 𝗪𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗠𝗲? ✔︎ 6 years managing events & projects, 7 years in marketing & comms; 10 years in customer service ✔︎ Flexible availability across time zones ✔︎ Proficiency in multiple project management & marketing tools ✔︎ Excellent written & verbal communication skills ✔︎ Resourceful, innovative problem-solver - Where there’s a will, there’s a way! ✔︎ Builds strong relationships with clients, vendors, and colleagues ✔︎ Effectively manages simultaneous projects and high-stress situations with a calm demeanor ✔︎ Fast learner and quickly adapts to new systems, environments, and challenges 𝗦𝗘𝗥𝗩𝗜𝗖𝗘𝗦 🔷 𝗘𝗩𝗘𝗡𝗧 𝗠𝗔𝗡𝗔𝗚𝗘𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧 🔷 ▪️𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴: Concept development, creative strategy, event plan & timeline, budget management, venue/vendor sourcing, accommodations, travel ▪️𝗟𝗼𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗰𝘀: Venue and vendor management, contract negotiation, catering, AV, decor, registration and app management, promotional merch ▪️𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘁: Agenda/program development, speaker management, digital and print collateral, attendee communications, social posts, event page/app content ▪️𝗘𝘅𝗲𝗰𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: On-site coordination, day-of remote support, employee and/or attendee resources ▪️𝗥𝗲𝗳𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Post-event follow up, feedback collection, analysis, reporting ▪️𝗜𝗻𝗱𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘆 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 & 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗲 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝘄 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲𝘀: Trade show booth design, sponsorship coordination, customer meeting management, lead tracking, promotional merchandise, digital & print collateral, ancillary event coordination, attendee prep (talking points, executive bios, briefs) ✲ 𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗧𝘆𝗽𝗲𝘀: Meetings, conferences, webinars, seminars, town halls, dinners, retreats, parties, networking events, and employee appreciation events ✲ 𝗔𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 & 𝗔𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀: Team building, networking, workshops, charitable activities, dinners, and wellness/entertainment experiences 🔷 𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗠𝗨𝗡𝗜𝗖𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗦 & 𝗗𝗘𝗦𝗜𝗚𝗡 🔷 ▪️𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘁: Creative ideation, content strategy, speaker management, agenda/program development, newsletters, corporate communications, talking points, reports, social posts, event pages/apps ▪️𝗗𝗶𝗴𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹 & 𝗣𝗿𝗶𝗻𝘁 𝗗𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻: Presentations, event pages, info guides, graphics, briefs, sell sheets, signage, business cards, branded merchandise, invites: 🔷 𝗣𝗥𝗢𝗝𝗘𝗖𝗧 𝗠𝗔𝗡𝗔𝗚𝗘𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧 🔷 ▪️𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀/𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸𝗳𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 : Development, implementation, and optimization ▪️𝗗𝗼𝗰𝘂𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Standard operating procedures (SOPs), knowledge database development, and maintenance ▪️𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁: Managing scope, timeline, budget, resources, risks, stakeholders, quality, and team members ▪️𝗣𝗠 𝗦𝗼𝗳𝘁𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗲 & 𝗧𝗼𝗼𝗹𝘀: See technical skills 🔷 𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗘𝗔𝗥𝗖𝗛 & 𝗦𝗢𝗨𝗥𝗖𝗜𝗡𝗚 🔷 ▪️𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵 & 𝗔𝗻𝗮𝗹𝘆𝘀𝗶𝘀: Industry, trends, competitors, opportunities, events, tech, resources ▪️𝗦𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗴: Venues, vendors, speakers, events, software, promotional merchandise, retail products 𝗧𝗘𝗖𝗛𝗡𝗜𝗖𝗔𝗟 𝗦𝗞𝗜𝗟𝗟𝗦 & 𝗦𝗢𝗙𝗧𝗪𝗔𝗥𝗘 ▪️𝗔𝗜 & 𝗔𝘂𝘁𝗼𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Claude, ChatGPT, Copy.AI, Zapier, Make ▪️𝗔𝗱𝗺𝗶𝗻 & 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁: Google Suite, Microsoft Office, Slack, Teams ▪️𝗖𝗥𝗠 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁: HubSpot, SAP, Salesforce, Zendesk ▪️𝗞𝗻𝗼𝘄𝗹𝗲𝗱𝗴𝗲 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁: Confluence, SharePoint, Trainual ▪️𝗗𝗶𝗴𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗗𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻: Canva, Figma, Adobe Photoshop, PowerPoint ▪️𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁: Cvent, Eventbrite, GoTo Meeting, Rainfocus, Teams, Webex, Whova, Zoom ▪️𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴: Google Analytics, MailChimp, Poppulo, Squarespace, Wix, Wordpress, Workshop ▪️𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁: Airtable, Asana, Basecamp, Excel, Jira, Monday.com, Miro, Notion, Smartsheet Ready to elevate your brand and streamline operations? Reach out today to discuss your business needs and how we can work together to achieve your goals!
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Process DevelopmentGraphic DesignCorporate CommunicationsStrategyCommunicationsAdministrative SupportProject ManagementMicrosoft OfficeContent CreationEvent ManagementEvent PlanningMarketingMarket Research - $65 hourly
- 5.0/5
- (9 jobs)
Talent recruitment and acquisition professional with experience developing and executing recruiting plans within both agency and in-house settings. Manage all phases of full-cycle recruiting, from initial sourcing and screening through offer negotiations, placement, and onboarding. Creatively source high-caliber candidates by leveraging recruiting software, social media, cold calling and employee referrals. Recruitment Skills • Talent Assessment & Acquisition • Candidate Sourcing & Screening • Exempt & Non-Exempt Staffing • Offer Negotiation • ATS & Recruiting Software • Placement & Onboarding • Social Media Recruiting • Client Relationship Management • Offer Negotiation • Employment Law & HR Guidelines • High Volume Staffing
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Graphic DesignMarketingApplicant Tracking SystemsCommunicationsResume WritingJob PostingCold CallingLinkedIn Profile CreationHuman Resource ManagementLinkedIn RecruitingRecruiting - $45 hourly
- 5.0/5
- (7 jobs)
Abel Davila is a highly qualified talent acquisition recruiter/sourcer. He has extensive experience in full life cycle recruiting across multiple industries at all levels of an organization, leveraging AI, talent acquisition technologies, and multiple applicant tracking systems and client relationship management systems. He has a proven track record of partnering with organizations to find top, diverse, high-potential talent with strategic agility. At The Wooldridge Group, Abel is a Senior Recruiter engaging with senior management and front line leaders to identify talent and driving the end-to-end recruitment process. He has created and led an executive recruitment initiative for Asia Pacific, managed assessment and evaluation of external executive agencies, and defined, designed, and implemented sourcing strategies for building talent pools. Previously, Abel worked as a Senior Recruiter at Akorn Pharmaceuticals and a Senior Talent Sourcer/Researcher at Walgreens Boots Alliance. He holds a BA in Business Management from DePaul University and certifications as a Strategic HR Business Partner, Advanced Certified Internet Recruiter, Certified Diversity Recruiter, and Certified Professional Recruiter. Abel Davila is a US Marine Corps veteran and has an undergraduate degree from DePaul University.
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RecruitingDiversity & InclusionStaffing NeedsTalentLMSLinkedIn RecruitingHR & Recruiting SoftwareInternet RecruitingStaff Recruitment & ManagementIT RecruitingEmployee OnboardingRecruiting Process ConsultingMicrosoft Excel - $35 hourly
- 5.0/5
- (3 jobs)
Hello! I'm a Recruiter with 3+ years experience managing full-cycle recruiting in various industries and experience levels. Areas I have recruited for in the past include Admin, HR, Marketing, Software Engineering, Consulting, and Product Management. I'm an excellent communicator and have a keen eye for spotting talent. Whether you are looking for someone to take on tedious admin work, review resumes, or source candidates - I can help!
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LinkedInAdministrateSalesSales DevelopmentLinkedIn RecruitingResume ScreeningRecruiting - $70 hourly
- 5.0/5
- (1 job)
As a TA Fractional Leader: Mike is a forward-thinking and creative solution-driven leader who brings thought leadership and strategic solutions to fast-growing organizations. • Extensive experience in creating and driving a Global Talent Acquisition strategy in early, mid, and late- stage startups while navigating the inherent ambiguity within those orgs. • Skilled in creating roadmaps, establishing talent strategies, and implementing recruiting initiatives, policies, and practices to attract diverse and high-performing talent. • Proven ability to take initiative, use consultative skills, and build strong, productive relationships. Possess senior-level communication skills, including a passion for data and insights to tell a story, take people on a journey, and influence at all levels. As an Executive Recruiter: Mike brings twenty years of experience in the staffing and startup space. • Executive Recruiting and TA Leadership roles at high-growth startups in series A to series D funding rounds, two of which were “Unicorns” ($1B in valuation). • Overseen and supported an average of 200-400 hires per year at the startups where he has led the Talent Acquisition function. • Responsible for recruiting executives for Fintech, Security, Martech, and Web 3 Blockchain Gaming industries. • Areas of recruiting expertise have been primarily Marketing, HR, Product Marketing, Demand Generation, Product Design, Product Management, and SaaS sales roles.
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HR & Recruiting SoftwareThought Leadership ContentGreenhouse SoftwareLeadership SkillsRecruitingRecruiting Process Consulting - $20 hourly
- 5.0/5
- (8 jobs)
I am highly knowledgeable in all social media platforms, creating posts in order to engage and grow followers and leads. I can help you create consistent content that matches your company mood and aesthetic and grow your accounts at the same time. I love being creative and thinking outside of the box, which helps me create content that will catch people's eyes. With my background in marketing and my degree in Social Media Marketing, I would love the chance to help you and your business grow.
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Market ResearchData EntryRecruitingTarget Market ResearchSocial Media Audience ResearchOnline Market ResearchTwitter/X MarketingSocial Media ContentInfluencer MarketingSocial Media Marketing - $43 hourly
- 0.0/5
- (0 jobs)
I have over 8 years of Human Resources and Administrative experience. I have participated and managed strategic planning, succession planning, legal compliance, implementation and administration of employment policies and procedures, full cycle recruitment, tech recruiting, performance management, training and development, employee relations, on boarding and off boarding, compensation and benefits, service contracts, workers compensation, human resources information systems, and general administration. The growing diversity of the workforce has enabled me to supervise employees with various cultural backgrounds, levels of education and experience.
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Customer Feedback DocumentationStrategyBusiness ManagementMarket Research InterviewBusinessResource AllocationMicrosoft OfficeAcquisitionsManagement SkillsCustomer SatisfactionMergers & AcquisitionsRecruitingCandidate InterviewingCandidate Sourcing - $25 hourly
- 5.0/5
- (6 jobs)
I have extensive experience in affiliate and influencer marketing, connecting brands with creators who deliver high-impact content. As an Assistant at Amore Influence, I've managed content on LTK, Amazon Storefront, and Collective Voice, using data to refine strategies that drive sales and engagement. I also create on-brand visuals for social media and affiliate content, ensuring alignment with brand identity and that it resonates with target audiences. Previously, as an Influencer Gifting Associate at Creator Deck, I sourced top creators for luxe beauty and lifestyle brands, assisted in managing gifting campaigns, and analyzed results to optimize partnerships. Beyond my behind-the-scenes work, I’m also a UGC creator with a passion for crafting engaging, authentic content. I create visually compelling photos, edit Reels and TikToks, and create platform-optimized content that blends data-driven strategy with creative storytelling. I’m passionate about bridging the gap between brands and creators, combining insights and creativity to bring campaigns to life. My goal is always to create impactful collaborations that connect with audiences and deliver meaningful results! I'm available to reach Monday-Friday during normal business hours (8am-6pm CT). Saturdays and Sundays, as well as US holidays, I will be unavailable to reach but will get back to you as soon as I can!
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Social Media MarketingSocial Media Content CreationInfluencer ResearchInfluencer OutreachVideo EditingAnalyticsUGCContent CreationCanvaMarketingSocial Media CopyCopywritingInfluencer Marketing - $200 hourly
- 0.0/5
- (0 jobs)
I'm an experience Supply Chain professional with a background in Business Strategy Consulting driving transformation at both Fortune 500 companies as well as at a high-growth food manufacturing startup. Whether you're looking for business strategy, want to run an RFP, or need some cost modeling I can help! * Supply chain modeling and design * Procurement, sourcing & contract negotiation * Experience with Plex and D365 ERPs * Advanced business case and modeling skills * Project management
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Total Cost of OwnershipCost AnalysisContract NegotiationNew Product InnovationSupply Chain ManagementSupply Chain ModelingData AnalysisBusiness CasesCost PlanningBusiness StrategyManagement ConsultingProcurementSupply Chain & LogisticsPurchasing Management - $50 hourly
- 0.0/5
- (0 jobs)
Strategic Workforce Planning & Talent Acquisition Expert | Change Management & Organizational Growth I help businesses build high-performing teams, streamline hiring processes, and drive workforce transformation. With extensive experience in workforce planning, talent acquisition, sourcing, and change management, I have partnered with global corporations, universities, and non-profits to develop scalable hiring strategies, enhance employee retention, and implement data-driven decision-making. As a problem-solver and strategic partner, I specialize in: ✅ Workforce Planning & Talent Strategy – Designing end-to-end hiring frameworks, optimizing employee lifecycle management, and ensuring business continuity. ✅ Change Management – Leading change management strategies to foster a more inclusive and engaged workforce and proactive to human resource trends and policies. ✅ Data-Driven Talent Solutions – Leveraging workforce analytics, scenario modeling, and performance metrics to enhance hiring efficiency. ✅ Executive & Cross-Functional Collaboration – Working closely with leadership teams to align workforce strategies with business goals. I bring a results-driven approach to every project, ensuring organizations attract, retain, and develop top-tier talent. Let's connect to build your next-generation workforce strategy
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