Effect'as
Stakeholder Management | Communication | Vendor management | Leadership
SERVICES
Co-founder
Events Manager
DATE
2019-2021
Responsibilities
My role involved vendor and venue management, including identifying, negotiating, and managing relationships with vendors and suppliers, as well as coordinating with venues to ensure they met client requirements. I oversaw the selection and management of event services such as catering, audiovisual, transportation, and decor, and conducted site visits and risk assessments to ensure smooth event operations.
During event execution, I provided on-site leadership, ensuring seamless coordination of activities, managing registration processes, and troubleshooting any issues to guarantee a smooth attendee experience. I also coordinated with vendors, sponsors, and speakers to ensure their seamless participation in the events. Check Effect'as

Lessons learned
Through my involvement in event planning and strategy, I developed leadership and stakeholder management skills by closely collaborating with clients to understand their objectives, audience, and budgetary constraints, and by conceptualizing event themes and experiences aligned with client goals and brand identity. Additionally, I enhanced my project coordination and communication abilities by developing comprehensive event plans, recommending innovative event technologies and trends, and overseeing vendor and venue management to ensure smooth execution. Conducting site visits, risk assessments, and overseeing event execution further strengthened my event management and risk management skills.
