Rori Ortiz

About Rori Ortiz

I have been a part of various organizations and have profound experience in producing…

Experience

1. Event Manager and Executive Assistant

   Elias Events

   Jun 2019 — Present · Houston, TX, US

   As a valued member of the Event Leadership Team at Elias Events, I have played an integral role in supporting the Event Planner/Owner/CEO, Debbie Elias, in various capacities, ensuring aid to the smooth execution of various events. My experience with Elias Events has deepened my understanding of event coordination, relationship management, and logistical planning. Through my dedicated involvement, I have gained proficiency in handling diverse responsibilities within the realm of event management, further honing my organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams. My role as an Event Planner Assistant has not only contributed to the success of events but has also enriched my passion for creating exceptional event experiences that leave a lasting impact- Collaborating closely with the CEO to coordinate and manage onsite event venue staff of varying scales and purposes, contributing to the success of an event- Handling logistical aspects of event planning, such as organizing participants, coordinating vendors/travel, and overseeing setup and breakdown activities- Assisting in developing event concepts, themes, and designs- Contributing to creating event timelines, task lists, and schedules- Providing support in tracking financial details and making cost-effective decisions to optimize resources- Collaborating with various entities, groups, and organizations to establish event partnerships and sponsorships- Ensuring effective communication between all stakeholders involved in the event, including clients, vendors, participants, and team members- Conducting research to gather historical information and relevant data to enhance event planning and provide accurate context- Utilizing my adaptability and problem-solving skills to address unexpected challenges and changes during event planning and execution.

Education

• West Texas A&M University

  Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Mass Communication emphasis in Advertising and Public Relations

  2009 — 2014

• West Texas A&M University

  Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Political Science

  2009 — 2014

Skills

• Travel
• Public Relations
• Graphic Design
• Campaign Management
• Grassroots Organizing
• Political Management
• Adobe Creative Suite
• Customer Service
• Research
• Social Media Outreach
• Public Outreach
• Training
• Volunteer Management
• American Politics
• Creativity Skills
• Fundraising
• Political Communication
• Business Development
• Social Outreach
• Strategic Planning
• Conservative
• Photoshop
• Management
• Team Building
• Community Outreach
• Political Campaigns
• Microsoft Office
• Sales
• Politics
• Volunteer Training
• Campaign Strategies
• Powerpoint
• Microsoft Excel
• Time Management
• Creative Campaign Development
• Public Speaking
• Market Research
• Crisis Communications
• Leadership
• English