KIM L.

THOMPSON

CORPORATE EVENT PLANNER

Cincinnati, OH sunnydkt@gmail.com linkedin.com/in/kimlthompson 513.741.1170

P ROFILE
Distinguished Event Management Specialist with a solid background in organizing and coordinating corporate events, trade shows
and sales meetings. Excels at transforming event strategies into dynamic plans, orchestrating and managing all aspects of event
management such as sourcing, marketing collateral, and event accommodations. Recognized as a highly skilled relationship builder
who quickly fosters productive relationships with external vendors and suppliers that enable successful negotiation of contracts that
deliver value. Acknowledged by colleagues, executive management and stakeholders as a key asset who supports operations, sales
and marketing by proactively delivering creative and cost-effective solutions.

C O R E

K E Y

C O M P E T E N C I E S

Trade Shows

Corporate Meetings
Sales Events
Conventions

Project Management
Marketing Strategy

P R O F E S S I O N A L

S K I L L S

Travel Management

Venue Selection

Public Speaking
Vendor Management
Stakeholder Relations
Budget Management
Public Relations

Catering Management
Production
Corporate Entertainment

Corporate Gifts
Conference Services

E X P E R I E N C E

SUNNY DELIGHT BEVERAGES COMPANY, Cincinnati, OH

Sales Project Coordinator

2004 May 5, 2016

Reporting to SVP of sales, plays a key role in delivering creative insights into strategic planning for sales, marketing and company
business event management. Coordinates an extensive range of projects including corporate meetings, marketing programs and
trade shows. Leads planning, coordination and logistics of all company events and sales meetings and trade shows.
Event Planning & Execution

Utilizes strong relationship building skills to secure deals with venue management, travel companies, catering companies, hotels
and equipment suppliers to gain best value and quality.

Formulates detailed strategies for each project with clearly defined milestones, budget tracking processes and progress
monitoring systems to ensure delivery on time and within budget.

Coordinates all aspects of trade shows and events including, pre-planning services, contract negotiations, accommodations,
transportation and on-site services. Conducts detailed post event reviews to identify opportunities for improvement.

Event Financial Management

Maintains financial reports, budget planning, tracking, supply ordering and post-event invoice reconciliation. Negotiated 20%
cost savings from budget.

Negotiates contracts and secures price reductions, concessions, volume discounts, and services resulting in annual added value
with favorable annual event budget impact of $10,000 - $20,000.

KIM L.THOMPSON

Cincinnati, OH

CORPORATE EVENT PLANNER

sunnydkt@gmail.com

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E X P E R I E N C E

Held several specialized marketing, communications and executive administrative roles. Excelled and advanced within each position,
adding value to the organization in the form of project management, creative marketing and event coordination. Leveraged strong
relationships with executive leaders to gain corporate role with Sunny Delight.

GENERAL CABLE CORPORATION, Highland Heights, KY

Corporate Communications Specialist

Initially employed as Sales Administrative Assistant and gained promotion to Corporate Communications Specialist, rapidly
acquiring insight into company objectives and creating effective communications and promotional messages.

Positively enhanced the companys image over a 7-year period gaining the attention and recognition of executive leaders,
channel partners, media and general public.

GIVAUDAN (Formerly Fries & Fries), Cincinnati, OH

Marketing assistant

Reported to the Vice President of Marketing and served for a 6-year time frame in support of a wide array of company
marketing campaigns for the worlds largest manufacturer of flavors, fragrances and active cosmetic ingredients.

AT&T Communications, Cincinnati, OH

Office manager | administrative assistant

Managed daily office operations over an 8-year period. Performed general administrative duties, expense management,
correspondence development, schedule coordination, travel/meeting arrangements, and file and records maintenance.

A F F I L I A T I O N S

Meeting Professionals International (MPI), Member, 2006 to present

Processional Convention Management Association (PCMA), member, 2015

E D U C A T I O N

C O M P U T E R

UNIVERSITY OF CINCINNATI, Cincinnati, OH

Microsoft Word

Bachelor of Arts, Accounting

Microsoft Excel

Delta Nu Delta National Honor Society

Microsoft PowerPoint

Associate of Arts, Business Administration

Microsoft Outlook

SharePoint

Concur

Event Planning Certification (CMP), 2015

Training in Lean Six Sigma

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