Everett Lucas
Lexington Park
Summary
Competent [Job Title] with proven ability to develop creative, effective and successful event strategies. Possesses excellent communication and interpersonal skills to establish and maintain positive working relationships. Adept at managing all aspects of event planning including logistics, venue selection and catering. Skilled [Job Title] uses event management software to properly plan, track and manage events. Experienced in working with stakeholders at all levels, from clients to vendors and suppliers. Possesses strong organizational and administrative skills to coordinate multiple projects simultaneously. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Meeting Planner/Audio Visual Technician
National Education Association
05.2008 - Current
- Managed administrative logistics of events planning, event booking, and event promotions.
- Trained and supervised event staff to complete tasks on time.
- Developed creative themes for events and created related activities to engage attendees.
- Evaluated existing plans, processes and events planning services to identify opportunities for improvement.
- Fulfilled contractual obligations for rehearsal and day of event coordination.
- Produced concept plans for high-profile corporate meetings and events.
- Coordinated travel and accommodations for event attendees.
- Coordinated transportation and parking arrangements for guests and vendors.
- Researched and identified new vendors and suppliers to obtain competitive pricing.
- Administered Project Management for Annual Meeting of Shipping and Deliveries, Delivery of RA Todays, RA Seating, and Host Committee
- Support NEA's conference center by assisting with room selections and set ups. Provide technical assistance with AV equipment as needed. Coordinate services provided by NEA Facilities staff, cleaning, security, and catering. Troubleshoot and resolve problems to ensure the safety and well-being of attendees. This includes weekend events including the NEA Board of Director meetings
- Provided high level Project Management for Print Media Productions for 10 years.
Project Coordinator
National Education Association
09.1995 - Current
- Kept projects on schedule by managing deadlines and adjusting workflows.
- Supervised multiple projects from project start through delivery by prioritizing needs and delegating assignments.
- Liaised between departments to facilitate communication and keep appropriate parties updated on project developments.
- Managed competing demands and professionally adapted to frequent change, delays and unexpected events.
- Maintained database and spreadsheets with accurate inventory and status.
- Created job files for each project and maintained current data in each file.
- Monitored project progress, identified risks and took corrective action as needed.
- Scheduled and facilitated meetings between project stakeholders to discuss deliverables, schedules and conflicts.
- Reported regularly to managers on project budget, progress and technical problems.
- Tracked project and team member performance closely to quickly intervene in mistakes or delays.
- Maintained open communication by presenting regular updates on project status to customers.
Education
Associate of Arts - Business Management
Prince George's Community College
Upper Marlboro, MD05.1991
High School Diploma -
Eleanor Roosevelt High School
Greenbelt, MD06.1988
Skills
- Catering Oversight
- Client Relations
- Staff Leadership
- Conference and Convention Planning
- Facilities Management and Maintenance
- Meeting Support
- Meeting Planning
- Vendor Relations
- Logistics Management
- Events Logistics Management
- Service Coordination
- Critical Thinking
Timeline
Meeting Planner/Audio Visual Technician
National Education Association
05.2008 - Current
Project Coordinator
National Education Association
09.1995 - Current
Associate of Arts - Business Management
Prince George's Community College
High School Diploma -
Eleanor Roosevelt High School
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