Cheska Villar

About Cheska Villar

I am a Fordham University’s Gabelli School of Business cum laude graduate with a B.S. in Global Business and Global Marketing with Consumer Insights concentration. I also spent a semester abroad at the University of Amsterdam through their Global Exchange Program. I’m pursuing a career in Event Production and Marketing. As a Marketing & Events Coordinator at Powered by Professionals, I contribute to events that have raised over $114M for esteemed non-profits such as United Way, Authors Guild, and the National Down Syndrome Society. I first started as an Event Management & Fundraising Intern, where I supported silent auction efforts and fundraising initiatives and contributed to the success of events through research and correspondence with vendors and sponsors. While studying in Amsterdam, I was a Marketing & PR Intern at Everbloom and promoted client initiatives and drove engagement across social media, contributing to the success of the Retention Accelerator Program Co-Hosted with Mario Joos. I have also worked at SERHANT. as a Marketing Events Intern for Sell It Mastermind Summits, planning and executing corporate events attended by real estate professionals at high-profile venues like Soho Grand Hotel, NoMo SoHo, and Central Park Tower.From my diverse industry experience and the invigorating nature of my current role, I have gained valuable skills in project management, delegation, effective resource allocation, task prioritization, and cross-functional teamwork. With such competencies, I am confident in demonstrating my leadership ability through effective and impactful communication, problem-solving, and adaptability. I am excited for opportunities of continued growth to further nurture these skills and adopt higher-level professionalism in my work.Outside of my professional role, I am also a member of the International Order of the Rainbow for Girls, a youth non-profit where I’ve dedicated over six years to organizing volunteer efforts and managing donor outreach and fundraising goals, fulfilling my passion for making a meaningful impact in my community.You may contact me at v••••••••@gmail.com.I look forward to hearing from you!

Experience

1. Senior Event & Marketing Coordinator

   Powered By Professionals

   Aug 2025 — Present · New York, NY, US

   Manage production of 10+ large-scale nonprofit galas and corporate events annually (200–500 guests,$100K+ budgets) at premier venues including Cipriani, Gotham Hall, The Plaza Hotel, Peak with Priceless, and GH on the Park for clients such as Spotify, RXR, United Way, and National Down Syndrome Society• Direct on-site event management by coordinating staff, vendors, and logistics to ensure seamless execution, exceptional guest experiences, and adherence to program and run-of-show timelines• Negotiate vendor contracts and manage budgets across A/V, catering, décor, and rentals, consistently delivering cost savings whilemaintaining high-quality services• Design branded event deliverables (signage, programs, e-blasts, invitations) in Canva and PowerPoint, aligning with client marketing goals to drive audience engagement and event awareness• Lead internal social media strategy across Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook, increasing engagement by 200%+ through KPI optimization and content scheduling in Loomly

Education

• Fordham Gabelli School of Business

  Bachelor of Science in Global Business, Marketing and Consumer Insights

• University of Amsterdam

  Global Exchange Program