Description
Kate A. Nett
Kate.nett1985@gmail.com*(860) 803-5742 * www.linkedin.com/in/KateNett
Purcellville, VA
Expert Event Planner
Fastidious event planner professional bringing 7+ years of conference and wedding experience coordinating small to large-scale events from planning through successful execution. Expert in all elements of event planning, including vendor management, contract negotiations, timeline development and budget administration. Adept in coordinating pre- and post-event logistics such as travel arrangements and specialty events and activities. A proven problem solver with the ability to adapt with the changing industry trends. A dedicated professional with the drive and skill set to thrive in a fast-paced environment enhancing a company’s ability to capture profitable markets and create successful events.
CORE COMPETENCIES
Event Planning*Event Management*Event Production*Team Player*Social Media* Contract Negotiation *Team Leadership*Customer Service*Budget Management *Timeline Development * Time Management* Great Communicator*Technical Skills *SharePoint Site Development*CMS Management
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
INTERSTATE NATURAL GAS ASSOCIATION OF AMERICA, Washington, DC 2008 – 2013
Assistant, Event Coordinator
· Managed 20+ annual small to large events and workshops, up to 300 people, from pre-event consultation to event-follow-up and report out to include but not limited to: Event site selection, vendor selection and management, contract negotiation, management of RFP’s and outside consultants, agenda development, event promotion and registration and budget management
· Led SCADA committee and coordinated 50 virtual bi-weekly meetings which developed a white paper for the natural gas industry
· Developed opportunities for member education to include but not limited to site selection, promotion, dissemination of information
· Planned pre- and post-event travel as well as specialty events and activities for both internal and external clients
· Supervised event planning staff and activities pertaining to the Operations Safety and Environment Department
HOWERTON+WOOTEN EVENTS, Bowie, MD 2012 – 2013
Day of Wedding Coordinator
• Developed detailed budgets and formulated wedding concepts and themes in concert with the bride and groom’s vision
• Maintained professional relationships with vendors and venues, working with both internal and external rental/production company companies to meet the clients’ needs
• Created timeline and acted as the day-of point person, including doing final inspection, walk throughs, tastings
• Acted as the point person on day of wedding and executed the event flawlessly with other vendors
MARRIOTT INTERNATIONAL, Washington, DC Summer 2007
Sales and Marketing Internship
• Solicited prospective customers and assisted in creation of new business
• Followed sales leads and turned over 40% of new business leads
• Learned and worked in each department of the hotel, giving me knowledge and breadth in the hotel and events industry
SPRINGBOARD ENTERPRISES, Washington, DC Spring 2007
Coaching Team Manager
• Coached and assisted technology firms in creating business presentations
• Assisted participants in discovering the venture capital process
• Organized the Venture Capital Forum hosted by The George Washington University
THE HONORABLE CHRIS AND JACKIE DODD, Washington, DC 2003 – 2007
Assistant
• Scheduled Mrs. Dodd’s business appointments and took messages as my job required
• Provided enrichment program to the Dodd children and provided transportation to necessary activities
• Organized itineraries, provided bookkeeping services, and various other activities in support of Mrs. Dodd’s consulting business
THE GEORGE WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY, Washington, DC 2003 -2007
Bachelor of Business Administration
International Business
Completed: 2021