Elizabeth Buhmann
Events Manager at Minnesota Academy of Science- Claim this Profile
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Traumatic Brain Injury Training
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CPR Training
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Experience
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Minnesota Academy of Science
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United States
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Non-profit Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Events Manager
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Sep 2022 - Present
As the manager of events at the Minnesota Academy of Science I play a pivotal role in planning, coordinating, and executing a wide range of scientific, educational, and outreach events. Along with being events manager I am also the program manager for the Minnesota State Science and Engineering Fair, which serves between 300- 500 students from across the state of Minnesota. These positions involve overseeing the logistics, budgets, and overall success of events, which may include: -Conceptualizing and planning events based on the organization's goals and objectives. -Creating event proposals, including budgets, timelines, and resource requirements. -Identifying and securing suitable event venues, negotiating contracts when necessary. Arranging for equipment, catering, decorations, and other logistical needs. Overseeing event set-up, ensuring everything runs smoothly. -Developing and managing event budgets, tracking expenses and revenues. Seeking cost-effective solutions and negotiate with vendors to stay within budget. - Developing marketing strategies to promote events and reach the target audience. Using various channels, including social media, email marketing, and traditional advertising, to raise awareness. -Collaborating with speakers, presenters and exhibitors to create event programs and schedules. Ensuring content aligns with the event's goals and objectives. -Coordinating transportation, accommodation, and other logistics for participants, if necessary. Overseeing on-site operations, managing staff and volunteers as needed. -Seeking and securing sponsorships and partnerships to offset event costs. Managing relationships with sponsors and fulfill sponsorship agreements. -Supervising and delegating tasks to event staff, including coordinators, assistants, and volunteers. Fostering a collaborative and productive work environment. - Being flexible and able to handle unexpected challenges or changes in event plans. Show less
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Fraser
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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 CADI Case Manager
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Jan 2015 - Jun 2020
As a CADI (Community Alternatives for Disabled Individuals) Case Manager I utilized a diverse set of skills to effectively support individuals with disabilities and navigate the complexities of the healthcare and social service systems. Some essential skills I demonstrated for this role included: -The ability to assess the unique needs, strengths, and challenges of individuals with disabilities to develop tailored care plans. -Effective communication with clients, families, healthcare providers, and community resources to coordinate services and advocate for clients' needs. - A deep understanding of and compassion for individuals with disabilities, along with the ability to build trust and rapport. -The capability to advocate for clients' rights and access to appropriate services, benefits, and accommodations. - Strong organizational and multitasking skills to manage caseloads, monitor progress, and ensure clients receive necessary services and support. - Familiarity with relevant laws, regulations, and policies related to disability services, Medicaid, and other government programs. - The capacity to identify and address issues or barriers that may hinder a client's access to services or their overall well-being. - Sensitivity to cultural diversity and the ability to work effectively with clients from various backgrounds and communities. -Collaboration with healthcare professionals, therapists, social workers, and other service providers to ensure comprehensive care. -Strong record-keeping and documentation skills to maintain accurate client files and meet reporting requirements. - Familiarity with relevant software and tools for case management, data tracking, and communication. Show less
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Opportunity Partners
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United States
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Non-profit Organization Management
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200 - 300 Employee
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ILS
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Sep 2012 - Sep 2015
As an ILS ( Independent Living Skills) worker I assisted individuals with disabilities to live independently. The following skills were essential in providing person centered care for the people on my case load. -Focusing first on the person being served, and understand that my role in direct supports will require flexibility, creativity, and commitment. -Knowing and respecting the values of the people I support and facilitate their expression of choices related to those values. -Providing advocacy when the individual’s preferences, needs, or talents are neglected or overlooked. -Encouraging growth and recognize the autonomy of the individuals receiving services while also being attentive reducing their risk of harm. -Develop relationships with the individuals I support that are respectful, based on mutual trust, and that maintains professional boundaries. -Assisting the individuals I support to understand their options and the possible consequences of their options as they relate to their physical and emotional health and well being. -Completing all necessary documentation to assure compliance with all state and federal regulations. These may include, but are not limited to: daily data sheets and clinic notes, attendance logs, time records, incident reports, behavior reports, accident reports, seizure reports, etc. Show less
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Education
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2007 - 2011
Hamline University
Bachelor's degree, Anthropology -
2010 - 2010
St Louis University Madrid
Archeology
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