EXPERIENCE
August 2018 to Present
Remote/Onsite at events
Momentum Builder/Sales Mastery
Events & Marketing Director
I am a founding member of Momentum Builder and lead event strategy, marketing, and production of in-person events (largest attended by 700+ with 30+ sponsors), digital events (largest attended by 1,500+), and smaller curated experiences such as exclusive dinners and hands-on workshops.
Direct the planning, marketing, and execution of large-scale national conferences and leadership events, overseeing attendee growth, sponsor revenue, and full event experience design
Design interactive, high-energy experiences that foster community, connection, and fun, increasing attendee engagement, repeat attendance, and brand loyalty
Drive sponsor acquisition strategy and oversee end-to-end fulfillment, ensuring every sponsor receives the full scope of contracted benefits while designing high-value exposure packages that increase retention and upsell opportunities
Oversee creative direction across all touchpoints including branding, website design, event collateral, stage visuals, social campaigns, and merchandise
Build and manage the complete marketing ecosystem including CRM architecture, websites, landing pages, email automation, ticket sales funnels, social media pages, and paid and organic campaigns
Implement scalable operational systems and multi-platform integrations, balancing strategic growth initiatives with hands-on execution in a lean startup environment
Lead cross-functional coordination with speakers, sponsors, executive leadership, vendors, and production teams to ensure seamless execution
April 2018 to Present
Remote
Finance of America Mortgage > PRMG > Lower Mortgage
(The team Iām part of moved companies and stayed intact)
Divisional Marketing & Events Director
Lead marketing and event strategy for a regional mortgage sales team, partnering directly with sales leadership to drive business growth.
Manage all divisional marketing strategies and execution, aligning initiatives with production goals
Develop and execute multi-channel marketing campaigns for individual loan officers, translating business objectives into measurable outreach strategies
Serve as primary marketing partner to sales leadership, providing strategic guidance and rapid execution
Manage and optimize CRM platform, building automated email and direct mail campaigns, database segmentation strategies, task workflows, and performance tracking
Plan and coordinate revenue-generating events including seminars/workshops, trade shows, sponsorship activations, and lunch & learns
Produce marketing collateral including flyers, co-branded pieces, print ads, digital assets, and presentation materials that support loan officer prospecting and referral growth
Build and maintain internal marketing resource platforms to streamline requests, educate sales teams on available services, and increase operational efficiency
Oversee social media presence and content strategy, maintaining consistent visibility in local markets
Collaborate with corporate marketing team to leverage national programs and maximize resources
Ensure all marketing materials adhere to compliance standards within the industry
May 2012 to Present (on and off)
Remote
Freelance
Event Manager & Marketing Consultant
I assist companies with all their needs related to marketing. I've worked with companies in several industries including real estate, finance, event planning, catering, and lifestyle.
Strategize and product various events including executive dinners, seminars, panels, incentive trips, company culture, and more
Conceptualize and execute comprehensive rebranding strategy
Adjust all collateral to ensure consistent branding throughout all medias
Create and manage marketing campaigns/materials including websites, social media, email and print
Update/maintain business and individual's social media accounts
Manage comprehensive marketing campaign in CRM/email marketing platform
Create ongoing direct mail campaigns to target specific markets
Maintain database to ensure accurate targeting strategies
Graphic design for various print and web collateral
July 2012 to December 2017
Calabasas, CA
Skyline Financial Corp. (Acquired by Finance of America Mortgage)
Vice President of Marketing, Corporate Office
Lead conceptualization of various marketing campaigns for different teams & individuals
Manage the implementation of marketing campaigns on a corporate, regional, and individual level
Maximize the department's internal resources by strategically determining what vendor services to utilize
Develop & maintain automated and self-service systems to support day-to-day marketing needs
Increase utilization of department services and programs by creating effective internal communications
Manage all marketing staff, delegate tasks, help staff with career growth, maintain team culture, etc.
Coordinate all aspects of various events including sales team meetings, seminars, trade shows, appreciation events, internal culture, etc.
Annual, quarterly, and per-event budgeting for all areas of the department's expenses, ensuring all expenses are properly documented and processed
Implemented a comprehensive CRM and digital/email marketing system with automated campaigns, lead management and co-branded marketing solutions
Increase social media presence, bringing the company from almost zero online presence to over 300 pages that were constantly updated
Manage paid online advertising including SEO/SEM, Google AdWords, social media ads, and retargeting
Conceptualize promotional videos and video campaigns and manage execution
Graphic design and copywriting for various print and digital collateral
Stay up-to-date on industry changes to ensure the company stays compliant in all marketing efforts
December 2011 to May 2013
Rowe Cuisine Catering & Event Planning
Event Planner & Marketing Consultant
July 2010 - November 2011
mypXpress Printing & Marketing Services
Marketing & Account Manager
EDUCATION
California State University, Northridge
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) w/ focus in Marketing
Master of Business Administration (MBA) w/ focus in Marketing & Management
COMPUTER SKILLS
Event apps, registration platofrms, and webinar platforms (Extensive)
CRM & marketing automation platforms (Extensive)
Graphic design in Adobe Photoshop & Illustrator (Extensive)
Email marketing systems such as MailChimp, Benchmark & Constant Contact (Extensive)
PDF document editing and form building in Adobe Acrobat Pro (Extensive)
Web design with site builders such as Squarespace and Wix (Extensive)
Social Media - Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube, TikTok, X (Intermediate)
AI tools - ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, Notion, Poppy, Otter, Lovable, Synthesia, Firefly (Intermediate)
Video editing with various online tools (Basic)
HTML & CSS (Basic)
SEO/SEM, Google AdWords, retargeting, etc. (Basic)
Well-versed in several underutilized features of standard computer programs, improving efficiency in daily tasks
OTHER SKILLS/TRAITS
Speed & efficiency; able to juggle multiple projects at once and complete tasks in a timely manner
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Adaptable; able to adjust to changing work environments
Resourceful and self-sufficient; able to perform exceptionally with minimal supervision
Able to prioritize tasks effectively and meet deadlines
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Professional and personable attitude, able to work with all types of personalities
Able to work after hours/weekends and travel when needed
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