Experience

The Breakthrough Institute

• United States
• Think Tanks
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Director Of Event Operations

  • Mar 2019 - Present

  Director and producer of all of Breakthrough’s annual and multiple national conferences (the Breakthrough Dialogues), and all other events (in-person and virtual) that convene various groups of environmentalists, technologists, policy makers, and scientists on the forefront of accessible tools to fight climate change and the global food crisis. In the time that she has been at Breakthrough she has more than tripled the events' fundraising program through her passion for cultivating connections wherever she is able. Thia works closely with Breakthrough's Board - as well as funders - and leads the Institute's network in the organization of meetings, workshops, panel discussions, and other summits nationally and internationally. Duties include: • Overseeing and expanding BTI's events program including managing an annual budget of close to $1million; • Organizing, designing, and executing annual events, including guest lists, invitations, speakers, content, and visuals; • Negotiating contracts from start to finish with contractors, conference centers (BEOs / Sales), and all related vendors; • Leading the events-team and inspiring colleagues and to achieve their highest potential to serve the organization from an events perspective; • Managing and executing various other events throughout the year including meetings, workshops, donor events, VIP dinners, smaller scale conferences, and internal retreats; • Planning events with partners in DC, New York, Silicon Valley and internationally; • Developing and managing events budgets including providing budget updates to Operations Director and Executive Director; • Single-handedly building out BTI's Virtual Event Program in 2020 which included certifications in digital event planning, COVID safety, different streaming platforms, etc. • Working with fundraising and event consultants and vendors; collaborating closely with everyone on staff to ensure our network continues to grow - both from a financial and academic side;



Blue Bottle Coffee

• United States
• Food and Beverage Services
• 500 - 600 Employee

• Community & Experience Manager

  • Jul 2012 - Nov 2018

  Expanded Blue Bottle’s visibility and guest outreach to ensure that our core values were beautifully articulated in our local neighborhood efforts. Developed and oversaw all regional events in collaboration with the Area Leader, Cafe Leaders, and Engagement Team to maximize visibility and brand recognition: • Community events, industry events and festivals including contract negotiations with multiple vendors and staffing • In-cafe promotional events and product launches • Track success of events via guest participation, retail and CPG sales, social and digital traction, and awareness • Engage with our communities and create a positive image and reputation for Blue Bottle within the neighborhoods that our cafes reside • Develop relationships with local businesses surrounding our cafes • Identify meaningful community opportunities with organizations that share Blue Bottle’s values • Create strong relationships and rapport with local officials and community leaders • Work with our Design Team to update in-cafe signage, as needed Coordinate regional new cafe opening planning and programming: • Research new neighborhoods and develop outreach plan • Coordinate and manage Community Day programming • Coordinate and manage team building volunteering with our regional charity partners • Execute neighborhood outreach plans for the week of opening and month following • Be on the ground at new cafe openings to ensure smooth operations, exceptional guest experiences, and positive employee experiences • Provide feedback and reporting after new cafe openings to give guidance on operational and developmental opportunities Focus on Employee Engagement: • Executing holiday parties and gatherings for staff in all of Blue Bottle's regions. • Developing programs & events to connect corporate HQ employees with our cafe leaders and baristas. • Project managing and providing support to all lateral teams at Blue Bottle when they wished to host or throw an event in their department.



Resource Media

• United States
• Public Relations and Communications Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Program Coordinator

  • Mar 2011 - Nov 2011

  • Provide media relations and communications consulting support to Resource Media's Land Use & Sustainable Agriculture team. • Prepare media outreach materials such as press releases, background briefings, fact sheets, opinion pieces and editorial board letters. • Participate in the planning and implementation of media campaigns and media education projects. • Develop original story ideas and pitch them to reporters. • Build and maintain custom media lists. • Support research projects. • Compile and analyze media coverage and help keep funders and clients updated about our work. • Provide content for and manage digital media properties.



Laufer Media

• Online Editor

  • Sep 2007 - Feb 2010

  • Created the Online Editor position at Laufer Media and managed the company website and implemented all social media marketing strategies. • Daily production of all copy, blogs and articles appearing on the website to increase print sales and site traffic. • Interfaced directly with the Web Designer to head up “Tiger Beat Mobile,” a development that allows subscribers to receive information to their cellular phones. • Coverage of high profile events. • Developing and maintaining professional relationships with various talent and their representatives.