Seasoned event manager with expertise in government, development, public relations and marketing, seeks exciting new chapter

Today’s candidate is a dynamic professional who started his/her career working for the NYS Assembly and the late US Senator Daniel P. Moynihan, moved into fund raising, advertising sales and event planning.  The candidate seeks a position in an organization that will capitalize on his/her strengths and considered an integral part of the team.

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Skills & Experience

Very good at getting to the heart of a project or client’s need. Quick study: able to read people well; listen and synthesize a plan quickly and put it into action.  Budget conscious, cultivated a helpful network of colleagues; resourceful, and able to straddle the careful line of working with volunteers and board members.

Key Highlights

• Helped launch Leadership Buffalo 25 years ago.

• Served on the boards for the early years of Taste of Buffalo and the Allentown Art Festival.

• Directing protocol for the World University Games in 1993 led to fundraising stints at UB, the BPO and the United Way.

• While selling advertising at Buffalo Spree, rose through the ranks to become Buffalo Niagara Event Professionals president, where the candidate led them to attract a more regional membership.

• Coordinated all of the opening events of the new Burchfield Penney Art Center, which included a 31-hour simultaneous opening weekend that attracted thousands.

About Me

This candidate was a “Buffalo Booster” long before it became mainstream.  Always watching, participating and running events, showcasing the best of Buffalo.

My Optimal Opportunity

I would love to combine my passion for venues and running a successful event with an organization or company’s goal; whether it is to raise money or friends, honor an employee, or showcase and educate the public about what they do.

Salary Range

$40,000-$50,000

Interested in this Candidate? 

E-mail md@amdgpublicaffairs.com for more information.