Catherine P.
Meeting Planner II at UCAR - The University Corporation for Atmospheric Research- Claim this Profile
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Lori Pearl
I’ve had the pleasure of working with Catherine Pavilanis for two years at KPMG. Catherine is the consummate professional and an excellent communicator. She has a thorough understanding of the events and meetings industry, is keenly attuned to details, and is able to manage a substantial workload with a variety of tasks at any given time. She is flexible, adaptable, proactive and organized, all skills which have been critical to her success in the role.
Lori Pearl
I’ve had the pleasure of working with Catherine Pavilanis for two years at KPMG. Catherine is the consummate professional and an excellent communicator. She has a thorough understanding of the events and meetings industry, is keenly attuned to details, and is able to manage a substantial workload with a variety of tasks at any given time. She is flexible, adaptable, proactive and organized, all skills which have been critical to her success in the role.
Lori Pearl
I’ve had the pleasure of working with Catherine Pavilanis for two years at KPMG. Catherine is the consummate professional and an excellent communicator. She has a thorough understanding of the events and meetings industry, is keenly attuned to details, and is able to manage a substantial workload with a variety of tasks at any given time. She is flexible, adaptable, proactive and organized, all skills which have been critical to her success in the role.
Lori Pearl
I’ve had the pleasure of working with Catherine Pavilanis for two years at KPMG. Catherine is the consummate professional and an excellent communicator. She has a thorough understanding of the events and meetings industry, is keenly attuned to details, and is able to manage a substantial workload with a variety of tasks at any given time. She is flexible, adaptable, proactive and organized, all skills which have been critical to her success in the role.
Credentials
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Pandemic Compliance Advisor
Health Education ServicesJan, 2021- Nov, 2024 -
Certificate - Meeting and Event Management
Roosevelt UniversitySep, 2007- Nov, 2024 -
Certificate (DES) Digital Event Strategist
PCMAAug, 2020- Nov, 2024 -
Certified Meeting Professional
Convention Industry CouncilOct, 2008- Nov, 2024
Experience
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UCAR - The University Corporation for Atmospheric Research
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United States
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Research Services
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300 - 400 Employee
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Meeting Planner II
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May 2021 - May 2022
Meeting Planner II/Project Coordinator - CPAESS (Cooperative Programs for the Advancement of Earth System Science) Responsible for end-to-end management of events and programs for sponsors including NASA, NOAA, and the National Science Foundation. CPAESS is a UCAR Community Programs (UCP) division at the University Corporation for Atmospheric Research (UCAR). UCAR manages the National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR). CPAESS serves the Earth system science community… Show more Meeting Planner II/Project Coordinator - CPAESS (Cooperative Programs for the Advancement of Earth System Science) Responsible for end-to-end management of events and programs for sponsors including NASA, NOAA, and the National Science Foundation. CPAESS is a UCAR Community Programs (UCP) division at the University Corporation for Atmospheric Research (UCAR). UCAR manages the National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR). CPAESS serves the Earth system science community in three distinct areas of service. We partner with federal agencies; and businesses to hire critical scientific staff enabling a more robust workforce. Through our scientific programs we seek to edify new research with our postdoctoral programs, our visiting scientist and internship programs, along with our interagency support programs. We also help build the Earth system science community by convening and managing summer schools and institutes, conferences, and advisory committees. Show less Meeting Planner II/Project Coordinator - CPAESS (Cooperative Programs for the Advancement of Earth System Science) Responsible for end-to-end management of events and programs for sponsors including NASA, NOAA, and the National Science Foundation. CPAESS is a UCAR Community Programs (UCP) division at the University Corporation for Atmospheric Research (UCAR). UCAR manages the National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR). CPAESS serves the Earth system science community… Show more Meeting Planner II/Project Coordinator - CPAESS (Cooperative Programs for the Advancement of Earth System Science) Responsible for end-to-end management of events and programs for sponsors including NASA, NOAA, and the National Science Foundation. CPAESS is a UCAR Community Programs (UCP) division at the University Corporation for Atmospheric Research (UCAR). UCAR manages the National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR). CPAESS serves the Earth system science community in three distinct areas of service. We partner with federal agencies; and businesses to hire critical scientific staff enabling a more robust workforce. Through our scientific programs we seek to edify new research with our postdoctoral programs, our visiting scientist and internship programs, along with our interagency support programs. We also help build the Earth system science community by convening and managing summer schools and institutes, conferences, and advisory committees. Show less
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KPMG US
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United States
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Financial Services
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700 & Above Employee
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Corporate Meeting Planner
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Dec 2012 - Jun 2019
Contract position providing end-to-end and interim management of programs for KPMG LLP, a Big Four audit, tax and advisory services firm. Provided backfill support for maternity and sick leaves and open head count in several major markets and affiliate cities in the U.S. Tactically executed over 200 client-facing and internal programs for groups of 10-500 including client-facing seminars, live stream/hybrid programming, road shows, networking events and share forums; and employee functions… Show more Contract position providing end-to-end and interim management of programs for KPMG LLP, a Big Four audit, tax and advisory services firm. Provided backfill support for maternity and sick leaves and open head count in several major markets and affiliate cities in the U.S. Tactically executed over 200 client-facing and internal programs for groups of 10-500 including client-facing seminars, live stream/hybrid programming, road shows, networking events and share forums; and employee functions including multi-day executive-level trainings, holiday parties, town halls, diversity and inclusion programs, and summer socials. Show less Contract position providing end-to-end and interim management of programs for KPMG LLP, a Big Four audit, tax and advisory services firm. Provided backfill support for maternity and sick leaves and open head count in several major markets and affiliate cities in the U.S. Tactically executed over 200 client-facing and internal programs for groups of 10-500 including client-facing seminars, live stream/hybrid programming, road shows, networking events and share forums; and employee functions… Show more Contract position providing end-to-end and interim management of programs for KPMG LLP, a Big Four audit, tax and advisory services firm. Provided backfill support for maternity and sick leaves and open head count in several major markets and affiliate cities in the U.S. Tactically executed over 200 client-facing and internal programs for groups of 10-500 including client-facing seminars, live stream/hybrid programming, road shows, networking events and share forums; and employee functions including multi-day executive-level trainings, holiday parties, town halls, diversity and inclusion programs, and summer socials. Show less
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MillerCoors
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United States
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Food and Beverage Services
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700 & Above Employee
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Meeting and Event Manager
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Jul 2015 - Feb 2016
Organized more than 50 meetings, events and incentive programs (both international and domestic) supporting distributors in the Southeast region of the U.S. and internal MillerCoors stakeholders in the HR and Marketing Departments. Organized more than 50 meetings, events and incentive programs (both international and domestic) supporting distributors in the Southeast region of the U.S. and internal MillerCoors stakeholders in the HR and Marketing Departments.
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Turnaround Management Association
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United States
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Non-profit Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Meetings Manager
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Jan 2005 - Jan 2011
Planned and managed up to 40 educational and networking programs per year for corporate restructuring professionals including attorneys, accountants, advisors, consultants, liquidators, academics, government officials, and members of the judiciary. Events ranged in size from 10 to 2,000 attendees and included conventions, educational conferences, certification programs, workshops, symposia, networking events, internal meetings, and corporate governance functions.
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Meetings Coordinator and Executive Assistant
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Jan 2003 - Dec 2004
Provided administrative support to the Executive Director and planned and managed all corporate governance events, internal meetings and certification review courses.
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Meetings Registrar and Office Administrator
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Sep 2001 - Dec 2002
Served as conference registrar, office manager, receptionist and administrative assistant to several department directors
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Education
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University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Bachelor of Liberal Arts & Sciences, History