Imaan Zubair

Event Coordinator @Habitat For Humanity Of Northern Fox Valley

Elgin, IL, US

Planned, organized, coordinated, and directed events. Secured sponsorships for all events and advanced peer-to-peer fundraising efforts. Responsible for event management from start to finish including but not limited to, renting equipment, hiring caterers, decorations and logistics to ensure seamless execution, financial success and positive brand experience. Coordinated production of event invitations, promotional items, signage, and programs. Maintained records on event activities, progress, status, and post event summary. Prepared post-event budget vs actuals. Negotiated and contracted with vendors for a variety of goods and services related to event planning. Monitored delivery of goods and services to ensure contract terms are satisfied. Developed and maintained an extensive network of contacts, both internal and external, to facilitate event coordination.Developed and implemented social media posts, videos and graphics.Promoted the organization and its programs across various media outlets including television, radio, newspapers, etc. Wrote, edited and distributed press releases and media advisories.Developed and maintained a media contact list that represents the major and minor media markets.