Lindsay Angelis

Event Manager @The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society

Responsible for managing multiple events and meetings including strategic planning, budgeting and implementation of all event logistics for campaign events and meetings across North America. Consult with regional markets to determine the program’s purpose, parameters, policies, procedures, goals and objectives. Develop planning timelines, coordinate planning meetings, scheduling, and critical dates. Prospect and negotiate the service contracts which will be required for each event. Negotiate and manage hotel and vendor contracts for assigned events. Manage and track payment of all deposits, completion of credit applications and applicable tax exempt forms. Act as primary liaison between hotel(s)/vendors and regional offices to negotiate and execute contracts based on event requirements. Plan all logistics for events such as meal guarantees, room set-up, risk management, a/v equipment and entertainment in coordination with appropriate planning partners. Anticipate, develop and implement contingency plans and troubleshoot as needed onsite. Provide onsite management of meetings and events to include oversight of vendors and temps. Manage post event wrap up including event budget reconciliation, bill reconciliation and event evaluation. Maintain a working knowledge of the LLS mission and programs to promote the field and campaign fundraising initiatives.