Katherine Cannon

About Katherine Cannon

With over seven years of experience in event planning and execution, I’m passionate about…

Experience

1. Director of University Events

   St. Thomas University

   Jul 2024 — Present

   Spearhead high-level institutional and philanthropic events, consistently exceeding fundraising targets and strengthening relationships with donors, sponsors, and clients.Produced and executed a TEDx Talk event, overseeing all facets from speaker selection to branding and execution, resulting in increased university visibility and media engagement.Lead cross-departmental marketing collaboration to align event campaigns with university branding, enrollment, and advancement goals.Develop event scripts and key messaging for university leadership and VIP speakers, ensuring brand consistency and impactful communication.Oversee and manage event budgets, logistics, and vendor relations for large-scale functions including commencements, athletic events, and donor galas.Drive strategic brand management across all events to ensure consistent messaging and public perception.Lead a high-performing team in event planning, hospitality, and execution, providing mentorship and direction to support university initiatives.Collaborate closely with executive leadership to develop forward-thinking event strategies that enhance stakeholder engagement and institutional reputation.

Education

• San Diego State University-California State University

  Bachelor's degree

  2013 — 2018

Skills

• Public Speaking
• Communication
• Powerpoint
• Microsoft Excel
• Childcare
• Teamwork
• Community Outreach
• Event Management
• Fundraising
• Leadership
• Recruiting
• English
• Facebook
• Event Planning
• Customer Satisfaction
• Training
• Public Relations
• Management
• Team Building
• Social Networking
• Social Media Marketing
• Time Management
• Microsoft Office
• Sales
• Social Media
• Customer Service
• Non-Profit Volunteering
• Microsoft Word
• Team Leadership