Kawania Wooten, CMP
Owner and Principal Consultant at Howerton+Wooten Events, LLC- Claim this Profile
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Erica Courdae
Kawania is an amazing event planner, and a true asset when working with wedding parties. She is detail oriented, dedicated and brings a calming presence with her. She is also truly genuine which makes her a perfect candidate to be a part of your special day. I highly recommend her and her team!
Harriet "Hatsy" Cutshall, CPA
Kawania was hired as an event planner by our organization because of her professional knowledge and experience, her reputation and her great sense of humor. We hired her originally to simply manage logistics of our annual conference, and she did such a superb job that we asked her back to take on program planning along with logistics for our next conference. She excelled at working with volunteer members of the planning committee, gently reminding them of deadlines and expectations. Her organization and her good natured ability to move others along to meet their deadlines met with high praise not only from the association managers but from the volunteers and event participants, as well. I recommend Kawania to any group, large or small, that needs someone to put together an event that will be successful - informative, profitable and fun - for all involved.
Erica Courdae
Kawania is an amazing event planner, and a true asset when working with wedding parties. She is detail oriented, dedicated and brings a calming presence with her. She is also truly genuine which makes her a perfect candidate to be a part of your special day. I highly recommend her and her team!
Harriet "Hatsy" Cutshall, CPA
Kawania was hired as an event planner by our organization because of her professional knowledge and experience, her reputation and her great sense of humor. We hired her originally to simply manage logistics of our annual conference, and she did such a superb job that we asked her back to take on program planning along with logistics for our next conference. She excelled at working with volunteer members of the planning committee, gently reminding them of deadlines and expectations. Her organization and her good natured ability to move others along to meet their deadlines met with high praise not only from the association managers but from the volunteers and event participants, as well. I recommend Kawania to any group, large or small, that needs someone to put together an event that will be successful - informative, profitable and fun - for all involved.
Erica Courdae
Kawania is an amazing event planner, and a true asset when working with wedding parties. She is detail oriented, dedicated and brings a calming presence with her. She is also truly genuine which makes her a perfect candidate to be a part of your special day. I highly recommend her and her team!
Harriet "Hatsy" Cutshall, CPA
Kawania was hired as an event planner by our organization because of her professional knowledge and experience, her reputation and her great sense of humor. We hired her originally to simply manage logistics of our annual conference, and she did such a superb job that we asked her back to take on program planning along with logistics for our next conference. She excelled at working with volunteer members of the planning committee, gently reminding them of deadlines and expectations. Her organization and her good natured ability to move others along to meet their deadlines met with high praise not only from the association managers but from the volunteers and event participants, as well. I recommend Kawania to any group, large or small, that needs someone to put together an event that will be successful - informative, profitable and fun - for all involved.
Erica Courdae
Kawania is an amazing event planner, and a true asset when working with wedding parties. She is detail oriented, dedicated and brings a calming presence with her. She is also truly genuine which makes her a perfect candidate to be a part of your special day. I highly recommend her and her team!
Harriet "Hatsy" Cutshall, CPA
Kawania was hired as an event planner by our organization because of her professional knowledge and experience, her reputation and her great sense of humor. We hired her originally to simply manage logistics of our annual conference, and she did such a superb job that we asked her back to take on program planning along with logistics for our next conference. She excelled at working with volunteer members of the planning committee, gently reminding them of deadlines and expectations. Her organization and her good natured ability to move others along to meet their deadlines met with high praise not only from the association managers but from the volunteers and event participants, as well. I recommend Kawania to any group, large or small, that needs someone to put together an event that will be successful - informative, profitable and fun - for all involved.
Credentials
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Verified Certificate of Achievement in the Class: "Othello's Story"
HarvardX - An Online Learning Initiative by Harvard University through edXMay, 2020- Nov, 2024 -
Certificate of Completion - Hospitality and Tourism Management
Florida Atlantic UniversityApr, 2020- Nov, 2024 -
CTAM Executive Education Management Program
Harvard Business SchoolJun, 2005- Nov, 2024 -
Certified Meeting Professional (CMP)
Events Industry CouncilJan, 2004- Nov, 2024 -
Certified Meeting Professional
Events Industry CouncilAug, 2004- Nov, 2024
Experience
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Howerton+Wooten Events
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United States
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Events Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Owner and Principal Consultant
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Aug 2007 - Present
Howerton+Wooten Events is a concierge-style event management boutique renowned for planning ultra creative conferences, fundraising galas, legislative fly-ins and social events that provide "high touch" experiences. Owner and principal consultant Kawania Wooten, CMP, brings a unique mix of experience and skills to her event planning company. Kawania’s expertise includes 29 years of meeting and event planning for Washington DC corporations, non-profits, and foundations. Her skills blend naturally with her years of experience as a skilled designer of social events for the Washington DC elite. In addition, her strong interpersonal skills, keen attention to the smallest details, and the ability to capture her client’s concepts, style and dreamscapes are the hallmark of Kawania’s successful business.
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Prince George's Community College
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Adjunct Faculty, Hospitality Management, Tourism & Culinary Arts Department
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Feb 2015 - Present
As a part-time faculty member, Kawania teaches undergraduate students in the field of hospitality management, tourism and culinary arts. While in this position, Kawania has ensured that the syllabus she creates for each of her classes meet the department and college standards. Her additional duties include planning and creating lectures, in-class discussions, and student assignments. This position also requires her to grade assigned case studies, quizzes and exams. Additionally, she spends a great deal of her non-teaching time advising students on how to be successful in class and in their chosen field professionally.
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Choice Hotels International
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United States
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Hospitality
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700 & Above Employee
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Director, Event Services
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Nov 2006 - Aug 2007
Leveraged experiences to lead a team of five in the management of the meeting and exhibit hall operations for two high-level conferences of 150+ Choice Associates, and the annual convention of 5,000+ attendees. Managed $14.1M convention budget, marketing, registration, housing, exhibit hall operations, and measurement of constituent ROI. Directed logistics, tradeshow, housing, special events, and $80,000 budget for Choice Associate conferences. Managed the American Express corporate card program, and the business travel awards program. Used creativity, efficient processes, flexibility, and leadership to add value. Received accolades and acknowledgements from Division Presidents, event attendees, and Choice colleagues.
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Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives
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Non-profit Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Vice President, Education & Convention
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Mar 2006 - Nov 2006
Led ACCE’s team of professionals and support personnel in researching, developing, and producing a comprehensive professional development program for members. In addition, this position oversees the planning and execution of ACCE’s Chamber Meeting of Choice, the annual national convention. Led ACCE’s team of professionals and support personnel in researching, developing, and producing a comprehensive professional development program for members. In addition, this position oversees the planning and execution of ACCE’s Chamber Meeting of Choice, the annual national convention.
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NCTA - The Internet & Television Association
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United States
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Telecommunications
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1 - 100 Employee
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Director, Industry Affairs
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Nov 2000 - Feb 2006
Recruited to program development role which has expanded to encompass strategic planning, attendee outreach, and VIP event planning. Collaborated with convention committee to research, develop, and produce more than 30 educational sessions for annual convention drawing 17,000+ attendees. Spearheaded team tasked with the development and editorial control of the convention website, speaker arrangements, and convention research. Managed convention interns and convention website staff. Worked with colleagues at various industry associations to coordinate and manage numerous convention-related events. Received numerous kudos from speakers, event attendees, staff, Board of Directors, and VIPs.
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American Diabetes Association
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United States
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Non-profit Organizations
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700 & Above Employee
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Senior Manager, Meeting Services
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Oct 1997 - Nov 2000
Leveraged processes to standardize and manage meeting operations for 200+ association meetings and the annual scientific session with more than 8,000 attendees. Directed strategic program planning, convention registration, housing, attendee outreach, marketing, and measurement of constituent ROI. Managed $4.5M budget for annual meetings. Supervised meeting coordinators and an administrative assistant. Coordinated annual scientific sessions, staff performance planning conferences, and VIP meetings.
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National Association of College and University Attorneys
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United States
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Higher Education
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1 - 100 Employee
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Meetings Manager
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Apr 1995 - Nov 1997
Spearheaded meetings management for annual conference, which attracted more than 1,000 participants; as well as three annual continuing education workshops for up to 180 attorneys. Directed event planning, including registration, marketing, program development, and vendor management. Developed and managed $750K annual budget for meetings. Liaised with program and education committees. Supervised and trained meetings assistant. Spearheaded meetings management for annual conference, which attracted more than 1,000 participants; as well as three annual continuing education workshops for up to 180 attorneys. Directed event planning, including registration, marketing, program development, and vendor management. Developed and managed $750K annual budget for meetings. Liaised with program and education committees. Supervised and trained meetings assistant.
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Society of Industrial and Office Realtors (SIOR)
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Washington D.C. Metro Area
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Meetings Coordinator/Registrar
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Aug 1990 - Apr 1995
Facilitated the organization, planning, and coordination of annual leadership conference, ongoing courses, workshops / seminars, and committee meetings. Supported convention director with two annual conferences, regional conferences, and various real estate trade shows for 250-650+ attendees. Streamlined convention registration processes and developed children’s programs that improved attendee experience. Facilitated the organization, planning, and coordination of annual leadership conference, ongoing courses, workshops / seminars, and committee meetings. Supported convention director with two annual conferences, regional conferences, and various real estate trade shows for 250-650+ attendees. Streamlined convention registration processes and developed children’s programs that improved attendee experience.
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Education
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1983 - 1988
Hampton University
Bachelor of Arts, Mass Media Arts -
2021 -
University of Maryland Global Campus
Business Administration and Management, General
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