Event Manger

• Jan 2019 - Present

National Event Coordinator

• Apr 2015 - Dec 2018

Working with the department to coordinate all phases of event logistics for 5 national championship events each year that the USAT owns to holds to grow and inspire the triathlon community. USA Triathlon is the National Governing Body of triathlon, duathlon, aquathlon, aquabike, winter triathlon, off-road triathlon and paratriathlon in the United States. Events include: Collegiate National Championship, Duathlon National Championship, Youth National Championship, Age Group National Championship. Other axillary events include ITU World Grand Final Championship, Women’s Collegiate National Championship, Age Group Draft Legal National ChampionshipDUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:• Negotiate all vendor contracts and acquisitions, equipment rentals, and food and beverage agreements• Produce and supply USAT staff with event timelines, itineraries, and event equipment plans• Serve as point of contact for all operations and logistics pertaining to the event venue and race course• Manage the national travel and inventory of USAT’s semi-trailer, housing over $1,000,000 worth of equipment• Co-manage the USAT Splash and Dash Youth Triathlon Series involving 50 nationwide events and 2,000+ athletes• Intern Program Manager, responsible for all aspects of the company's intern program. Perform bi-monthly reviews, provide feedback, and facilitate connection of the intern with all departments to optimize intern experience.

National Events Coordinator

• May 2013 - Mar 2015

Working under the Director of Operations, coordinate the full-cycle planning processes of 7-8 national events each year that the Boathouse Foundation holds to support programs and services to improve the quality of life for the community of Oklahoma City. The Boathouse has been named an Official Olympic and Paralympic Training Site. Events include: USA Olympic Canoe and Kayak National and Team trials, Stars and Stripes Festival, Oklahoma Regatta Festival, Big 12 Women’s Rowing Championships, Central Youth Championships, ICF Canoe World Marathon, Bart and Nadia Sports ExperienceDUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:• Hired as an intern in June 2012 and offered full-time opportunity upon graduation in May 2013• Manage, train and develop two interns and an assistant that support the administrative duties of the events• Plan and create site maps and floor plans for venue event set-ups• Manage, maintain and organize the event planning database and inventory/signage warehouse• Coordinate all event planning meetings, create reports and action plans to provide to the event management team • Created a more efficient system for procurement and coordinating event exhibitors, managing supply and infrastructure orders, all while working within the guidelines of a budget. • On the event days, act as the lead for all issues that arise during the run of the event in order to ensure quality and efficiency while managing 40+ volunteers and staff during load-in, run of event and load-out.The Oklahoma City Boathouse Foundation’s mission is to develop and operate facilities and programs to improve the quality of life in Oklahoma City, pursue the highest goals of sports and fitness, attract diverse involvement in the boathouses and related events that generate a positive public image and economic opportunity, and promote the use and development of the Oklahoma River as a world-class urban aquatic venue.

National Events Intern

• Jun 2012 - May 2013

Offered full-time opportunity upon graduation from Oklahoma City University.

Events Crew

• Oct 2013 - May 2014

Assisted in set-up/tear-down of guest interaction activities such as Thunder Alley, Kids Zone, and Concourse Entertainment. Managed fan interactive booths such as Spirit Stations, Tickets for Kids, and Fan Mail. Assisted in set-up/tear-down of all Thunder promotional materials including game night give-aways. Assisted in set-up/tear-down of guest interaction activities such as Thunder Alley, Kids Zone, and Concourse Entertainment. Managed fan interactive booths such as Spirit Stations, Tickets for Kids, and Fan Mail. Assisted in set-up/tear-down of all Thunder promotional materials including game night give-aways.

Ticket Sales Representative

• Sep 2009 - May 2012

Sales Associate: Ensured that each guest received the most hospitable experience possible while purchasing the tickets as well as attending each show.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:• Sold tickets and collected payments both over the phone and in-person • Greeted guests and provided a high-level of customer service Sales Associate: Ensured that each guest received the most hospitable experience possible while purchasing the tickets as well as attending each show.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:• Sold tickets and collected payments both over the phone and in-person • Greeted guests and provided a high-level of customer service