Ken Bland
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Peter Dorrington
I have worked closely with Ken on SAS' international flagship executive engagement event - the Premier Business Leadership Series - for the last 5 years. In that time I have developed a deep admiration for Ken's own leadership qualities. As the core project manager for The Series, Ken has an eye for detail whilst never losing sight of the big picture. Simply put, Ken is someone you go to when you need something done - something you absolutely have to be sure will be delivered - on time, on spec, to budget. It is a testament to Ken's leadership qualities that the people who work with him gladly give their all - he inspires trust and leads by example. Whilst Ken is one of the most approachable people I know - someone I am proud to now call friend - I also know that he has real steel when it is needed. Tireless, enthusiastic and creative - I relish the opportunity to work with Ken in the future.
Peter Dorrington
I have worked closely with Ken on SAS' international flagship executive engagement event - the Premier Business Leadership Series - for the last 5 years. In that time I have developed a deep admiration for Ken's own leadership qualities. As the core project manager for The Series, Ken has an eye for detail whilst never losing sight of the big picture. Simply put, Ken is someone you go to when you need something done - something you absolutely have to be sure will be delivered - on time, on spec, to budget. It is a testament to Ken's leadership qualities that the people who work with him gladly give their all - he inspires trust and leads by example. Whilst Ken is one of the most approachable people I know - someone I am proud to now call friend - I also know that he has real steel when it is needed. Tireless, enthusiastic and creative - I relish the opportunity to work with Ken in the future.
Peter Dorrington
I have worked closely with Ken on SAS' international flagship executive engagement event - the Premier Business Leadership Series - for the last 5 years. In that time I have developed a deep admiration for Ken's own leadership qualities. As the core project manager for The Series, Ken has an eye for detail whilst never losing sight of the big picture. Simply put, Ken is someone you go to when you need something done - something you absolutely have to be sure will be delivered - on time, on spec, to budget. It is a testament to Ken's leadership qualities that the people who work with him gladly give their all - he inspires trust and leads by example. Whilst Ken is one of the most approachable people I know - someone I am proud to now call friend - I also know that he has real steel when it is needed. Tireless, enthusiastic and creative - I relish the opportunity to work with Ken in the future.
Peter Dorrington
I have worked closely with Ken on SAS' international flagship executive engagement event - the Premier Business Leadership Series - for the last 5 years. In that time I have developed a deep admiration for Ken's own leadership qualities. As the core project manager for The Series, Ken has an eye for detail whilst never losing sight of the big picture. Simply put, Ken is someone you go to when you need something done - something you absolutely have to be sure will be delivered - on time, on spec, to budget. It is a testament to Ken's leadership qualities that the people who work with him gladly give their all - he inspires trust and leads by example. Whilst Ken is one of the most approachable people I know - someone I am proud to now call friend - I also know that he has real steel when it is needed. Tireless, enthusiastic and creative - I relish the opportunity to work with Ken in the future.
Experience
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BOxD | Better Organizations by Design
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United States
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Business Consulting and Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Consultant | Program Management
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Apr 2021 - Present
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SAS
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United States
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Software Development
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700 & Above Employee
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Principal Events Project Manager
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Jan 1984 - Jan 2020
Competencies Include: • Detail-oriented, result/goal-oriented, self-motivated, articulate, creative and innovative. • Strong leadership and verbal communication skills for dealing effectively with all types of personalities. • Superb organizational skills – ability to prioritize, multi-task, lead, direct and solve problems effectively. • Great team collaboration and team-building skills. Objective Statement: Being the focal point in arranging special events and executing such events in the most successful way of reaching marketing goals and promotional objectives of the business organization. Key Initiatives/Management Activities: • Create, plan, manage, coordinate and the execution of content, marketing, logistics and operations for private meetings, conferences, and special events. • Meeting and collaboration with key stakeholders to identify overall event goals and objectives. • Establish roles and responsibilities for individual team members. • Coordinate and monitor event timelines/key milestones to ensure deadlines are met. • Manage overall budget. • Negotiate and manage contracts with subcontractors and vendors. • Provide regular communication updates, evaluation of events and return on investment. • Assist in achieving business objectives through leads generated from planned events. Hobbies: • Community service and volunteer work, singing, outdoor activities and traveling. Show less
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Education
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1978 - 1982
Triway High School
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