Kristen Bottitta

About Kristen Bottitta

As a Corporate Event Planner at Evercore, I lead the strategic planning, management, and…

Experience

1. Corporate Event Manager - Senior Associate

   Evercore

   Jul 2019 — Present · New York, NY, US

   Design and execute single- and multi-day meetings and events for 10 to 200 attendees, supporting leadership, client development, and key corporate initiatives.• Standardized the firm’s event planning processes to drive consistency, efficiency, and best practices across all programs.• Manage event budgets, ensuring responsible fiscal oversight from budget creation through reconciliation.• Source and negotiate contracts with venues and suppliers to maximize value and service quality.• Develop detailed project plans, timelines, and communication strategies, including branded invitations and event materials in collaboration with corporate communications.• Lead cross-functional collaboration with senior stakeholders, ensuring event objectives align with business goals.• Manage all event logistics, including site visits, vendor coordination, space planning, A/V needs, and real-time troubleshooting to ensure flawless execution.• Use CVent to build event websites, manage attendee registrations, and streamline communications.• Act as the primary liaison for all suppliers, upholding contractual terms and maintaining high service standards.• Mentor and coach junior staff, fostering their professional development and ensuring a high-performing support team.

Education

• Fashion Institute of Technology New

  Advertising and Marketing Communication

• University of Hartford

  Business Management

Skills

• Front Office
• Event Management
• Customer Service
• Hospitality Industry
• Catering
• Restaurants
• Special Events
• Hospitality Management
• Hotels
• Catering Sales
• Sales
• Hospitality
• Rooms Division
• Event Planning
• Concierge Services
• Tourism