Laura Bowers
Senior Events Manager @Zscaler
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WORK HISTORY
Senior Events Manager @Zscaler
CA, US
Plan, manage and execute corporate events of varying sizes, types and budgets, with high profile to intimate presence, from inception to completion- Accountable for the entire event life cycle of planning, implementation and reconciliation- Excellent prioritization of competing deadlines as programs evolve and change- Collaborate and foster relationships with key internal and external teams in planning for each event- Manage budgets and reconcile invoices/POs to ensure accuracy- Effectively manage teams, suppliers, and other contributors to ensure exceptional execution of all assigned deliverables through strong project management and collaboration- Aim to deliver unforgettable and impactful experiences for event attendees whether at a trade show, conference, VIP reception, customer meeting, etc- Research, evaluate, negotiate and book event venues- Strong ability to work effectively both in team environments and independently.
EDUCATION
California State University, Chico
BA, Journalism, Emphasis in Public Relations
SKILLS
ABOUT LAURA BOWERS
Event management professional with a strong work ethic, consistently delivering multiple high-quality events on time and in budget, either simultaneously or with overlapping deadlines. Client-focused approach that draws on positive internal and external relationships to overcome numerous challenges and provide exceptional customer service. Combined experience in both client-side and venue-side organizations, utilized to achieve desired results for diverse events, from small to large.Core Strengths and Expertise-Key Stakeholder Collaboration -Event Metrics Tracking and Analysis-Vendor Alliances, Negotiation and Management-Time Management and Prioritization-Budget Creation and Management -Internal and External Communications
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