Lara (Miri) Spitz

Head of Event Planning at Birch Event Design
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Experience

    • United States
    • Events Services
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Head of Event Planning
      • Aug 2021 - Sep 2023

      New York, United States I was promoted into my current role to successfully orchestrate million-dollar events within time and budget constraints. I utilize hands-on management skills for a design team to ensure work quality and productivity. I collaborate with an array of vendors using proactive communication and creative problem solving. Promoted into the role to direct operations for the entire department due to outstanding work performance, achieving a net profit of $8.5 million in sales. Provided… Show more I was promoted into my current role to successfully orchestrate million-dollar events within time and budget constraints. I utilize hands-on management skills for a design team to ensure work quality and productivity. I collaborate with an array of vendors using proactive communication and creative problem solving. Promoted into the role to direct operations for the entire department due to outstanding work performance, achieving a net profit of $8.5 million in sales. Provided leadership for a team of five designers to ensure alignment with client goals and company objectives. Utilized in-depth industry knowledge to deliver oversight of planning for luxury weddings including managing budgets, setting client expectations, negotiating contracts, and achieving high-quality results.

    • Event Planner
      • Jul 2020 - Jul 2021

      New York, United States I was selected for this role due to my impactful internship work. I helped the company by reporting key data to leadership for decision making. I honed my event management skills in this role and learned more about industry as a whole. I practiced managing pivotal events requiring calmness under pressure and solid organizational skills. I am known for my professionalism and positive demeanor in fast-paced, time sensitive situations. Selected for role due to outstanding work performance… Show more I was selected for this role due to my impactful internship work. I helped the company by reporting key data to leadership for decision making. I honed my event management skills in this role and learned more about industry as a whole. I practiced managing pivotal events requiring calmness under pressure and solid organizational skills. I am known for my professionalism and positive demeanor in fast-paced, time sensitive situations. Selected for role due to outstanding work performance and independent issue resolution. Honed leadership skills including staff coaching and work delegation based on skillset.

    • United States
    • Non-profit Organization Management
    • 200 - 300 Employee
    • Event Manager
      • Oct 2019 - Jul 2020

      In this position, I worked tenaciously to ensure cohesive daily operations in a dynamic environment. I orchestrated successful events while managing an administrative assistant to strengthen productivity and accuracy. I enjoyed seeing the results of my efforts and my impact on long-term company goals. Promoted twice due to expert event management skills and ability to achieve goals under strict deadlines. Key contributor to fundraising efforts by building trust with fundraisers… Show more In this position, I worked tenaciously to ensure cohesive daily operations in a dynamic environment. I orchestrated successful events while managing an administrative assistant to strengthen productivity and accuracy. I enjoyed seeing the results of my efforts and my impact on long-term company goals. Promoted twice due to expert event management skills and ability to achieve goals under strict deadlines. Key contributor to fundraising efforts by building trust with fundraisers and elevating event experiences.

    • Associate Event Manager
      • Jul 2019 - Oct 2019

      Greater New York City Area In this position, I honed my time and project management skills to spearhead multiple events simultaneously while managing budget and timeline goals. I executed events seamlessly by applying academic knowledge and strong business acumen. I learned valuable knowledge about the industry as a whole, and I discovered that I had a knack for managing competing priorities effectively.

    • Event Coordinator
      • Jul 2018 - Jul 2019

      Greater New York City Area In this position, I tapped into my natural leadership abilities to drive decision-making for high-value events. I provided leadership to daily operations by coordinating events and directing complex projects. I enjoyed overseeing daily activities to ensure the company’s success. Gained valuable experience using intuition, attention to detail, and client management techniques.

    • United States
    • Higher Education
    • Member / Consultant
      • Sep 2015 - Sep 2018

      CUNY Queens College Marketing and consulting for a national nonprofit organization promoting interaction between college students and start up companies in Israel

    • Executive Director of Finance and Operations
      • May 2016 - Feb 2018

      Greater New York City Area - Oversee all aspects of TAMID at Queens College. - Set budget for programming, manage dat to day expenses, keep a log of daily transactions, spearhead fundraising efforts. - Attend administrative meetings with leaders from other clubs and faculty in the university to promote collaboration amongst participating organizations - Responsible for maintaining club status on campus, including hosting club events and meeting with school administration

    • Event Planning Intern
      • Dec 2017 - Jan 2018

      Brooklyn - Aided in planning and executing events, both professional (conferences, meetings) and social (weddings, birthday celebrations) - Conducted research for all areas of planning, including finding venues, entertainment and props

    • United States
    • Religious Institutions
    • Achva West Advisor
      • Jul 2017 - Aug 2017

      - Counselor on Achva West, a teen tour of the West Coast - Caters to over 100 participants aged 14/15 - Create and oversee programming for the tour

    • United States
    • Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals
    • Co-Founder, Director of Logistics and Operations
      • Sep 2015 - Aug 2017

      - Co-founded TAMID Tank, a series of events operated under the TAMID Group aimed at connecting student-run startups and entrepreneurs with high profile investors - TAMID Tank 2016 featured three hgih-profile investors including Kevin Harrington, original "Shark Tank" Investor, and culminated in a successful $100,000 joint investment in a student-run start uup - Coached student presenters and helped teams prepare and rehearse their business pitches - Launched TAMID Tank nationwide… Show more - Co-founded TAMID Tank, a series of events operated under the TAMID Group aimed at connecting student-run startups and entrepreneurs with high profile investors - TAMID Tank 2016 featured three hgih-profile investors including Kevin Harrington, original "Shark Tank" Investor, and culminated in a successful $100,000 joint investment in a student-run start uup - Coached student presenters and helped teams prepare and rehearse their business pitches - Launched TAMID Tank nationwide, with seven events taking place across six campuses over two years Show less

    • Wellness and Fitness Services
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • SEO Consultant
      • Jul 2016 - Aug 2016

      Tel Aviv Area, Israel Creating CRO and SEO campaigns for the website to reengage, target and retain new users.

    • Technology, Information and Internet
    • Marketing Consultant
      • Mar 2016 - Jun 2016

      Worked with a team of students to assist in development of an innovative shared economy platform Specifically worked on projects involving SEO keyword research

    • Intern
      • Feb 2016 - Jun 2016

      Hewlett, NY Assisting with market research, product marketing, competitive analysis, analytics and creating new projects using CRO, and SEO

    • Chemical Manufacturing
    • Marketing Consultant
      • Jan 2016 - Mar 2016

      Worked with a team of analysts to develop a marketing campaign for a planned launch on multiple campuses A/B tested advertising and marketing strategies to promote organic growth while targeting multiple user demographics

    • Recreational Facilities
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Baking Staff
      • Jun 2013 - Aug 2014

      274 High Lake Rd, Lakewood, PA 18439 Planned and developed daily activities for campers In charge of all applicable matters related to culinary sessions.

    • United States
    • Graphic Design
    • Internship
      • Apr 2014 - Jun 2014

      333 Seventh Ave NY, NY 10001 Assisted with all daily aspects in the design department, including, app development, web research, and proofreading

    • United States
    • Mental Health Care
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Volunteer
      • Oct 2009 - May 2013

      124 Locust Avenue, Cedarhurst, NY 11516 Sunday program for children with specials needs Activities include adaptive art, therapeutic music, sports and Torah studies Supervised groups of volunteers and participants

Education

  • Queens College
    International Business
    2015 - 2018
  • Midreshet Lindenbaum
    Jewish/Judaic Studies
    2014 - 2015
  • Stella K Abraham High School For Girls
    High School
    2010 - 2014

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