Experience

Markets Group

• United States
• Financial Services
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Client Relations Manager

  • Aug 2022 - Present

  Markets Group is an executive forum organizer with a track record of 400+ events in over 20 countries. We bring together the investment management community for an unparalleled thought leadership experience that provides a platform for peer-to-peer learning, idea sharing, and networking. Through our portfolio of conferences, we work to meet the dynamic needs of our specialized audiences across the geographies we serve. Markets group has grown into the largest and most successful… Show more Markets Group is an executive forum organizer with a track record of 400+ events in over 20 countries. We bring together the investment management community for an unparalleled thought leadership experience that provides a platform for peer-to-peer learning, idea sharing, and networking. Through our portfolio of conferences, we work to meet the dynamic needs of our specialized audiences across the geographies we serve. Markets group has grown into the largest and most successful conference organizer in the world with over 100 professionals operating out of New York, London, Australia, Singapore & Middle East. Our forums provide opportunities to leverage your brand, share your intellectual capital and build relationships with local allocator communities. If you are interested in learning more, please contact me: corinne.smart@marketsgroup.org. Show less Markets Group is an executive forum organizer with a track record of 400+ events in over 20 countries. We bring together the investment management community for an unparalleled thought leadership experience that provides a platform for peer-to-peer learning, idea sharing, and networking. Through our portfolio of conferences, we work to meet the dynamic needs of our specialized audiences across the geographies we serve. Markets group has grown into the largest and most successful… Show more Markets Group is an executive forum organizer with a track record of 400+ events in over 20 countries. We bring together the investment management community for an unparalleled thought leadership experience that provides a platform for peer-to-peer learning, idea sharing, and networking. Through our portfolio of conferences, we work to meet the dynamic needs of our specialized audiences across the geographies we serve. Markets group has grown into the largest and most successful conference organizer in the world with over 100 professionals operating out of New York, London, Australia, Singapore & Middle East. Our forums provide opportunities to leverage your brand, share your intellectual capital and build relationships with local allocator communities. If you are interested in learning more, please contact me: corinne.smart@marketsgroup.org. Show less



IQPC Exchange

• United States
• Events Services
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Director, Sponsorship Sales (Remote in Little Rock, AR)

  • Apr 2022 - Aug 2022

  IQPC goes beyond the traditional physical and virtual event experience to deliver enhanced learning and networking opportunities. We offer blended digital learning through our extensive library of white papers, webinars, videos, case studies, and tailored research to keep you ahead of your industry. Our B2B digital communities extend your networking beyond the event to over 1 million members. Our combination of digital content, real world events, virtual events and online communities provides… Show more IQPC goes beyond the traditional physical and virtual event experience to deliver enhanced learning and networking opportunities. We offer blended digital learning through our extensive library of white papers, webinars, videos, case studies, and tailored research to keep you ahead of your industry. Our B2B digital communities extend your networking beyond the event to over 1 million members. Our combination of digital content, real world events, virtual events and online communities provides unrivaled learning, network and sponsorship opportunities Show less IQPC goes beyond the traditional physical and virtual event experience to deliver enhanced learning and networking opportunities. We offer blended digital learning through our extensive library of white papers, webinars, videos, case studies, and tailored research to keep you ahead of your industry. Our B2B digital communities extend your networking beyond the event to over 1 million members. Our combination of digital content, real world events, virtual events and online communities provides… Show more IQPC goes beyond the traditional physical and virtual event experience to deliver enhanced learning and networking opportunities. We offer blended digital learning through our extensive library of white papers, webinars, videos, case studies, and tailored research to keep you ahead of your industry. Our B2B digital communities extend your networking beyond the event to over 1 million members. Our combination of digital content, real world events, virtual events and online communities provides unrivaled learning, network and sponsorship opportunities Show less



Strategic Solutions Network

• United States
• Information Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Vice President Of Business Development (Remote in Little Rock, AR)

  • Apr 2021 - Apr 2022

  The SSN team is comprised of individuals who have deep event industry experience and proven talent in delivering value-laden information to business leaders. Every team member comes with multi-year conference industry experience and most team members enjoy long service with SSN. Strategic Solutions Network (SSN) is a privately-held business-to- business conference company based in Boca Raton, FL and New York. SSN was founded in 2009. The SSN team is comprised of individuals who have deep event industry experience and proven talent in delivering value-laden information to business leaders. Every team member comes with multi-year conference industry experience and most team members enjoy long service with SSN. Strategic Solutions Network (SSN) is a privately-held business-to- business conference company based in Boca Raton, FL and New York. SSN was founded in 2009.



Insight Exchange Network

• United States
• Events Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• VP, Business Development (Remote in Little Rock, AR)

  • Sep 2016 - Jan 2021

  IEN is focused on producing practical, actionable, and content-driven live and virtual events. We personally interview literally hundreds of people in each conference’s topic area, discovering their on-the-job problems, issues and concerns. We then find the very best speakers to offer solution-driven content, as well as facilitate peer-to-peer networking at each virtual and live event. Our events are not trade shows or expos, although we do offer partnership opportunities to select vendors… Show more IEN is focused on producing practical, actionable, and content-driven live and virtual events. We personally interview literally hundreds of people in each conference’s topic area, discovering their on-the-job problems, issues and concerns. We then find the very best speakers to offer solution-driven content, as well as facilitate peer-to-peer networking at each virtual and live event. Our events are not trade shows or expos, although we do offer partnership opportunities to select vendors. We’re focused on the attendees’ needs entirely. Show less IEN is focused on producing practical, actionable, and content-driven live and virtual events. We personally interview literally hundreds of people in each conference’s topic area, discovering their on-the-job problems, issues and concerns. We then find the very best speakers to offer solution-driven content, as well as facilitate peer-to-peer networking at each virtual and live event. Our events are not trade shows or expos, although we do offer partnership opportunities to select vendors… Show more IEN is focused on producing practical, actionable, and content-driven live and virtual events. We personally interview literally hundreds of people in each conference’s topic area, discovering their on-the-job problems, issues and concerns. We then find the very best speakers to offer solution-driven content, as well as facilitate peer-to-peer networking at each virtual and live event. Our events are not trade shows or expos, although we do offer partnership opportunities to select vendors. We’re focused on the attendees’ needs entirely. Show less



World Congress

• Events Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• VP Sales (Remote in Little Rock, AR)

  • Apr 2016 - Sep 2016

  World Congress Healthcare offers unique content and contacts that are unmatched by any other conference and event organizer in the industry. Whether you are a senior health care veteran, a newcomer looking to break into the industry or a company looking to make lasting connections, we create health care communities that are unmatched in the field. - See more at: http://www.worldcongress.com World Congress Healthcare offers unique content and contacts that are unmatched by any other conference and event organizer in the industry. Whether you are a senior health care veteran, a newcomer looking to break into the industry or a company looking to make lasting connections, we create health care communities that are unmatched in the field. - See more at: http://www.worldcongress.com



Opal Group

• United States
• Events Services
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Senior Vice President of Sales (Remote in Little Rock, AR)

  • May 2009 - Apr 2016

  ★ Delivers consistent revenue growth from full-service conference planning, securing sales of sponsorships of professional conferences serving the healthcare industry. ★ Engages in marketing, audience development, and event production. ★ Coordinates event planning and execution for up to 8 conferences each year; leads site selection, speaker recruitment, marketing, and media partnerships. ★ Managed high profile events that include the ACO Conference, the Medicare Risk… Show more ★ Delivers consistent revenue growth from full-service conference planning, securing sales of sponsorships of professional conferences serving the healthcare industry. ★ Engages in marketing, audience development, and event production. ★ Coordinates event planning and execution for up to 8 conferences each year; leads site selection, speaker recruitment, marketing, and media partnerships. ★ Managed high profile events that include the ACO Conference, the Medicare Risk Forum, and the Medicare Star Rating Conference. ★ From 2011 to 2013, served as Vice President of Sales leading the formation of sponsorships for healthcare executive conferences. ☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲ ABOUT OPAL EVENTS Opal Events coordinates leading pharmaceutical, healthcare and investment management conferences across the United States, Europe and South America. These events provide delegates with the necessary information and networking opportunities to help their business grow in today’s competitive environment. Show less ★ Delivers consistent revenue growth from full-service conference planning, securing sales of sponsorships of professional conferences serving the healthcare industry. ★ Engages in marketing, audience development, and event production. ★ Coordinates event planning and execution for up to 8 conferences each year; leads site selection, speaker recruitment, marketing, and media partnerships. ★ Managed high profile events that include the ACO Conference, the Medicare Risk… Show more ★ Delivers consistent revenue growth from full-service conference planning, securing sales of sponsorships of professional conferences serving the healthcare industry. ★ Engages in marketing, audience development, and event production. ★ Coordinates event planning and execution for up to 8 conferences each year; leads site selection, speaker recruitment, marketing, and media partnerships. ★ Managed high profile events that include the ACO Conference, the Medicare Risk Forum, and the Medicare Star Rating Conference. ★ From 2011 to 2013, served as Vice President of Sales leading the formation of sponsorships for healthcare executive conferences. ☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲ ABOUT OPAL EVENTS Opal Events coordinates leading pharmaceutical, healthcare and investment management conferences across the United States, Europe and South America. These events provide delegates with the necessary information and networking opportunities to help their business grow in today’s competitive environment. Show less



Foundation Research Associates

• United States
• Events Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Nationwide Business Development/Sales Professional

  • 2005 - 2009

  ★ Planned and executed up to 20 events each year, successfully securing approximately $80K in sponsorship revenue per event. ★ For each conference, maintained accountability for the success of promotion, sales management, and client relationships; worked with Marketing Coordinators on event branding. ★ Launched the Healthcare and Energy Finance business divisions, achieving near-immediate returns. ★ Recognized as the Top Sales Producer in 2010 and 2011, with record… Show more ★ Planned and executed up to 20 events each year, successfully securing approximately $80K in sponsorship revenue per event. ★ For each conference, maintained accountability for the success of promotion, sales management, and client relationships; worked with Marketing Coordinators on event branding. ★ Launched the Healthcare and Energy Finance business divisions, achieving near-immediate returns. ★ Recognized as the Top Sales Producer in 2010 and 2011, with record sales. ☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲ ABOUT FINANCIAL RESEARCH ASSOCIATES LLC FINANCIAL RESEARCH ASSOCIATES (FRA) provides the financial community with access to business information and networking opportunities. Offering highly targeted conferences and events, FRA is a preferred resource for executives and managers seeking cutting-edge information on the next wave of business opportunities. Show less ★ Planned and executed up to 20 events each year, successfully securing approximately $80K in sponsorship revenue per event. ★ For each conference, maintained accountability for the success of promotion, sales management, and client relationships; worked with Marketing Coordinators on event branding. ★ Launched the Healthcare and Energy Finance business divisions, achieving near-immediate returns. ★ Recognized as the Top Sales Producer in 2010 and 2011, with record… Show more ★ Planned and executed up to 20 events each year, successfully securing approximately $80K in sponsorship revenue per event. ★ For each conference, maintained accountability for the success of promotion, sales management, and client relationships; worked with Marketing Coordinators on event branding. ★ Launched the Healthcare and Energy Finance business divisions, achieving near-immediate returns. ★ Recognized as the Top Sales Producer in 2010 and 2011, with record sales. ☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲ ABOUT FINANCIAL RESEARCH ASSOCIATES LLC FINANCIAL RESEARCH ASSOCIATES (FRA) provides the financial community with access to business information and networking opportunities. Offering highly targeted conferences and events, FRA is a preferred resource for executives and managers seeking cutting-edge information on the next wave of business opportunities. Show less



Big Ivy Group Publication/Homestead Newspaper of Charlotte

• Charlotte, North Carolina Area

• Territory Manager (Remote)

  • 2004 - 2005

  ★ Solicited agreements for advertising in a new homeowner publication with sponsors throughout Charlotte and the surrounding region, with authority to negotiate all key terms and conditions. ★ Coordinated and led presentations showcasing the ROI of advertising in the Homestead Newspaper. ★ Delivered sales for small, local advertising clients, fostering the growth of small business. ★ Solicited agreements for advertising in a new homeowner publication with sponsors throughout Charlotte and the surrounding region, with authority to negotiate all key terms and conditions. ★ Coordinated and led presentations showcasing the ROI of advertising in the Homestead Newspaper. ★ Delivered sales for small, local advertising clients, fostering the growth of small business.