Experience

The Duckbill Group

• United States
• Information Technology & Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Account Executive

  • May 2023 - Present

  San Francisco Bay Area I AM the Warrior! - Patty Smyth/Scandal I help smart tech companies embark on their quest to conquer the Last Week in AWS world. Together, we shall create the most epic opportunities to tell their stories better than anyone else. Who needs traditional storytelling when you can have the perfect blend of wit, satire, and a healthy dose of cynicism? Our sophisticated audience will be left in awe, wondering how they ever survived without our snark-infused brilliance. Speaking of our… Show more I AM the Warrior! - Patty Smyth/Scandal I help smart tech companies embark on their quest to conquer the Last Week in AWS world. Together, we shall create the most epic opportunities to tell their stories better than anyone else. Who needs traditional storytelling when you can have the perfect blend of wit, satire, and a healthy dose of cynicism? Our sophisticated audience will be left in awe, wondering how they ever survived without our snark-infused brilliance. Speaking of our audience, they are a force to be reckoned with. They possess clout, decision-making power, and valuable insight. But fear not, for we are armed with the sharpest quips and the snarkiest comebacks to win them over. They won't know what hit them when we unleash our strategic storytelling powers upon them. So, fasten your seatbelt and prepare for a wild ride. With me at the helm, we will navigate the treacherous seas of Last Week in AWS, leaving a trail of sarcastic breadcrumbs for all to follow. Together, we will achieve greatness and cement your place in the snark hall of fame. Show less



Professional Content Writing

• Writing and Editing
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Professional Content & Blog Writer

  • Jul 2017 - Present

  Littlestown, PA STONE OF SCONE FARM - I write awesome content and blog for this rustic event venue to promote to the broader public. LEFT AND INSIDE - I love to write about food AND anything and everything interesting enough to whisk me away from Netflix and chillin'.



The New Stack

• United States
• Technology, Information and Media
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Manager of Digital Media Operations & Global Event Management/Marketing | Co-Host | Sponsor Advocate

  • May 2020 - Jun 2023

  I work with sponsors and our editorial team to plan and co-host digital media publication (podcasts, videos) with The New Stack, including key themes and messaging, audio and video voice overs, guest speakers and co-branding opportunities at events and global tech conferences domestic and international. I also maintain and grow The New Stack’s network of previous and potential guests and influencers and maintain relationships within the cloud native, DevOps, IT and developer communities. The… Show more I work with sponsors and our editorial team to plan and co-host digital media publication (podcasts, videos) with The New Stack, including key themes and messaging, audio and video voice overs, guest speakers and co-branding opportunities at events and global tech conferences domestic and international. I also maintain and grow The New Stack’s network of previous and potential guests and influencers and maintain relationships within the cloud native, DevOps, IT and developer communities. The best part of this kick ass gig? I get to co-host livestreams with the best in DevOps! "Livin' the livestream dream." Show less



Quantitative Imaging Systems (Qi)

• Brand Manager, Biotech Startup Specializing in Cancer Research Globally

  • Jan 2015 - May 2020

  Pittsburgh, PA and Portland, OR I manage five NIH grant proposal submissions, software launches, social media, content writing & digital marketing, trade show and project management. I am publishing Manager for nanoQuill: The Coloring Book of Life project that allows anyone to color for cancer research using 3D graphics and machine learning. I am project manager for UX Design (user testing, qualitative and quantitative research) of our nanoQuill coloring book app and QiTissue software designed to help… Show more I manage five NIH grant proposal submissions, software launches, social media, content writing & digital marketing, trade show and project management. I am publishing Manager for nanoQuill: The Coloring Book of Life project that allows anyone to color for cancer research using 3D graphics and machine learning. I am project manager for UX Design (user testing, qualitative and quantitative research) of our nanoQuill coloring book app and QiTissue software designed to help biologists zoom in and study how cells work using 3D graphics and machine learning. I analyze electron microscope cell images for Oregon Health Sciences University (OHSU) Knight Cancer Institute and Center for Spatial Systems Biomedicine research labs. I am project manager of special projects with our partners KDAB and Miltenyi Biotech (Berlin and Cologne) which includes, trade shows, and our QiTissue software and nanoQuill coloring book app. Show less



The Villa-1502

• Property and Events Manager

  • Jan 2014 - Jan 2019

  Pittsburgh, PA I manage a unique four-story luxury mansion located in a private suburban setting for overnight accommodations via Airbnb and special events (e.g. weddings, music videos, housing for celebrity athletes of major golf tournaments -- Rory McIlroy!). This includes marketing, client screening and interviews, property maintenance, and event planning resulting in five-star reviews and Superhost status for over 3 years. https://vimeo.com/111816673 http://thefrzy.com/home-2/



Catering Business Sales

• United Kingdom
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Catering Sales Management

  • Jan 2010 - Dec 2012

  Greater Pittsburgh Area DISHCRAWL - I helped foodies crawl and dine at the best restaurants in the city! This includes partnering with local restaurateurs to produce distinctive "crawls" and other foodie events in neighborhoods within the city. Also promoted events through social and traditional media, blogs and cultivated relationships with community partners. MCCORMICK & SCHMICK'S - I booked banquet events and managed regional marketing for two units in the Pittsburgh Market that resulted in annual sales of… Show more DISHCRAWL - I helped foodies crawl and dine at the best restaurants in the city! This includes partnering with local restaurateurs to produce distinctive "crawls" and other foodie events in neighborhoods within the city. Also promoted events through social and traditional media, blogs and cultivated relationships with community partners. MCCORMICK & SCHMICK'S - I booked banquet events and managed regional marketing for two units in the Pittsburgh Market that resulted in annual sales of over $500K. BUCA DI BEPPO - I booked banquet events that resulted in annual sales of over $300K and managing local media and sponsorships. Show less



Eat'n Park Hospitality Group

• United States
• Hospitality
• 300 - 400 Employee

• Manager of Sales and Marketing

  • Jan 1998 - Jul 2010

  I have over 12 years of management experience for region’s largest employer with grand portfolio of foodservice concepts within Pennsylvania, Ohio, and West Virginia. This "place for smiles" restaurant chain serves over 50 million guests in restaurants and college and corporate campuses focusing on personalized dining, generating revenues of over $355 million. My role in sales and marketing (Six Penn Kitchen Brand) has produced over $615K in revenue for event sales, 10 - 12% of total… Show more I have over 12 years of management experience for region’s largest employer with grand portfolio of foodservice concepts within Pennsylvania, Ohio, and West Virginia. This "place for smiles" restaurant chain serves over 50 million guests in restaurants and college and corporate campuses focusing on personalized dining, generating revenues of over $355 million. My role in sales and marketing (Six Penn Kitchen Brand) has produced over $615K in revenue for event sales, 10 - 12% of total sales in 2008 and 2009 for Six Penn Kitchen all-American Bistro. I also created social media program for Six Penn that averaged 25 new fans weekly and managed e-mail marketing program for Six Penn that averaged 32% open rate per campaign. ​ My role in managing the company's volunteer program (all ENP divisions) has resulted in improved tracking methods (i.e.web, hotline) for company-wide volunteer program that resulted in a 36% increase in reported hours from all team members of all Eat'n Park Hospitality Group divisions in 2008 and 24% increase in 2009. I have also created new, user-friendly formal volunteer program with budget, tracking, recognition, and incentives that has resulted in winning the National Points of Light Foundation's Daily Point of Light Award and Pittsburgh Cares Corporate Partner of the Year in 2004. My role in community marketing (all ENP divisions) involves managing major company-wide fundraising campaigns that raises over $600K annually for over 30 local United Way agencies and 12 children's hospitals and children's charities. I also manage community/neighborhood marketing efforts in target market area (eastern Ohio) resulting in increased sales & traffic. Show less