Summer Visser
Event Operations & Hospitality Leader | 12+ Years Corporate Event Management | Relocating to Las Vegas
- Role
- Director, Events & Recognition at Sysco
- Location
- Las Vegas, NV, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Summer Visser
Summer Visser is a seasoned events and marketing professional with over 12 years of experience in leading and executing large-scale events, employee engagement programs, and marketing initiatives. She currently serves as the Director of Events & Recognition at Sysco, where she spearheads the Sysco Rodeo, a nationwide initiative designed to enhance employee engagement through Industrial Athlete competitions. Known for optimizing resources and delivering seamless event execution, Summer collaborates with cross-functional teams to drive impactful communication and foster employee motivation across the organization.Before joining Sysco, Summer was the Senior Marketing Manager for Global Events & Experiences at Cradlepoint, a part of Ericsson, where she managed a variety of in-person and virtual events, navigating the challenges of a global pandemic and company acquisition. She has also held senior roles at companies such as ESET, AWWA, and USS, where she oversaw trade shows, field events, and major conferences.Summer graduated on the Dean’s List from Hawaii Pacific University, where she was later recognized as an Outstanding Alumni. In 2024, she was honored with the Recognition Champion Award from Recognition Professionals International for her exceptional leadership in recognition efforts at Sysco, focusing on operations and supply chain colleagues. She has also collaborated with leading trucking and distribution organizations to celebrate key achievements within the industry.An active member of Sysco’s DE & I Council, Summer is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, with a particular focus on non-office-based staff. Looking forward, she remains dedicated to fostering a culture of recognition and inclusion at Sysco.Summer resides in Sarasota, Florida with her Yorkie, Rocket Charles Barkley. She holds two Guinness World Records and was a winning contestant on Wheel of Fortune.
Experience
Director, Events & Recognition
Aug 2022 — Present
Led international event programs designed to engage employees and drive brand loyalty, including the award-winning Sysco Rodeo initiative with 100+ annual events.•Managed $5M+ budget and team of event specialists, vendors, and contractors.• Championed the representation of field and operations employees on Sysco’s DEI Council, ensuring diverse perspectives were included in company initiatives.•Measured event performance through data tracking and attendee surveys, reporting insights that informed future program optimizations.
Education
Treasure Valley Community College
Associate of Arts (AA), Communication, General
Hawaii Pacific University
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Social Sciences
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- Program Management
- Leadership
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- Interviews
- Time Management
- Entrepreneurship
- Budgeting
- Communication
- Advertising
- Social Networking
- Social Media Marketing
- Fitness Instruction
- Event Planning
- Customer Service
- Email Marketing
- Accounting
- Marketing
- Exercise
- Promotions
- Microsoft Office
- Sales
- Fitness
- Strategic Planning
- Public Relations
- Marketing Strategy
- Social Services
- Entertainment
- Event Management
- Corrections
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- Courts
- Social Media
- Public Speaking
- Marketing Communications
- Legal
- Acting
- Modeling
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