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Allison Singer

Associate Director DAR Signature Events at Virginia Commonwealth University
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Allison Singer, a seasoned event management professional, with expertise in public relations, marketing, and leadership, currently leads events at Virginia Commonwealth University, with 7+ years of experience in coordinating high-profile events and managing teams.
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Location
Richmond, Virginia, United States, US
Languages
  • English -
Skills
  • Event Planning
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Social Media
  • Administrative Assistance
  • Public Speaking
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Allison Singer is a seasoned event professional with extensive experience in planning and executing large-scale events. She has worked at Virginia Commonwealth University, where she served as Associate Director of DAR Signature Events, coordinating over 30 events per year, including gubernatorial events, NASA events, and career fairs. As a skilled event planner, Allison has demonstrated expertise in managing event staff, negotiating with vendors, and designing event layouts and décor. She has also provided support for student retention and has been entrusted with managing budgets of up to $20,000. Her experience extends to other roles, including Director of Communications and Event Coordinator at Friends of the Free Library, where she coordinated 150-person fundraisers and 40-person meetings. Allison holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in English Language and Literature from Virginia Commonwealth University. She is proficient in English and has developed strong skills in interpersonal communication, public speaking, and marketing. Her expertise in event planning, leadership, and communication has made her a valuable asset in various professional settings.

Credentials

  • Working Remotely
    LinkedIn
    Apr, 2020
    - Apr, 2026
  • Working Remotely (2015)
    LinkedIn
    Apr, 2020
    - Apr, 2026

Experience

  • Virginia Commonwealth University
    • Virginia, United States
    • Associate Director DAR Signature Events
      • Jan 2023 - Present
      • Virginia, United States

  • Virginia Commonwealth University - College of Engineering
    • Richmond, Virginia Area
    • Senior Event Manager
      • Jan 2016 - Jan 2023
      • Richmond, Virginia Area

      *Coordinated events involving NASA, gubernatorial, and local government officials*Coordinates events across all departments: Alumni, Student Engagement, Foundation, Faculty/Staff Wellness, departmental and external events*Coordinates 30+ events per year including gubernatorial events, NASA events, Career Fairs, Outreach events, Dean’s Society events, Senior Design Expos, Multi venue conferences, strategic planning retreats, fundraisers, Hack-A-Thons, silent discos, Fall Balls, Women in Engineering events, receptions, luncheons, etc.*Provides support for student retention*Entrusted with $20,000 monthly*Negotiated competitive food/venue costs and donations*Designed event layouts, décor, atmosphere, beverage and menu selection*Managed event staff of 50+*Acted as a liaison for all participant logistical queries*Accommodated room set up, A/V necessities, and facility maintenace required for all events*Liaised with all departments in the College to provide event support, while appropriately branding and advertising events

  • Friends Of The Free Library
    • Greater Philadelphia Area
    • Director of Communications, Event Coordinator
      • Feb 2012 - Oct 2015
      • Greater Philadelphia Area

      *Coordinated 150 person fundraisers, 50 person volunteer appreciation events, 30 person library trolley tours*Organized 40-person ‘Alliance of Friends’ meetings which provided networking opportunities for all Friends Groups involved*Generated $10,000 in funds through ticket sales and and 50 item silent auctions for 150 person fundraiser (cold-calling)*Maintained event budget requirements and tracked expenses *Negotiated competitive food/venue costs and donations for all events *Communicated with 48 volunteer groups to aid in programming promotion, distribution, and structure*Oversaw all office necessities including supply ordering, reception and distribution of all calls, and upkeep of 7,000 person online/paper mailing list*Managed website and social media including organization updates, events and community calendar*Edited grant writing, annual appeals, and website copy

  • Moore Estates
    • Tulsa, Oklahoma Area
    • Estate Sale Manager
      • Jan 2011 - Jun 2011
      • Tulsa, Oklahoma Area

      * Managed the process of sorting, shelving, and pricing products* Created sale exhibition rooms* Researched the history/pricing of hundreds of products* Networked on websites, email marketing, social media, cold calling, and with newspapers to advertise the sale. * Managed the sale of merchandise

Education

  • Virginia Commonwealth University
    Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), English Language and Literature, General

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