As an experienced Sr. Project Manager / Event Manager / Digital Producer, I excel in orchestrating high-impact events and managing complex digital campaigns. With a career spanning over a decade, I have honed my skills in project management, creative leadership, and cross-functional team coordination. My journey has taken me from managing virtual flagship events for industry leaders like Ansys to delivering innovative digital solutions for pharmaceutical giants such as AbbVie and spearheading engaging experiential live activations for brands like the NBA (National Basketball Association) and Intel.

Key Skills & Strengths

• Leadership & Project Management: Adept at leading diverse teams, managing budgets, and ensuring timely delivery of projects.

• Client & Risk Management: Skilled in maintaining strong client relationships and mitigating risks to ensure seamless project execution.

• Digital & Live Event Production: Expert in both virtual and physical event management, utilizing cutting-edge technologies to create immersive experiences.

• Analytical & Detail-Oriented: Strong analytical skills combined with a keen eye for detail, ensuring precision in all aspects of project execution.

Areas of Expertise

• Agile Methodology | Creative Management | Live & Virtual Event Management | Campaign Planning | Digital Activations | Virtual Reality | Website & App Development

Career Highlights

• Ansys Simulation World 2024: Successfully managed the launch of a 3-day virtual event featuring 170+ C-Level speakers and engaging over 20,000 virtual attendees. Coordinated video production, speaker management, and legal compliance to deliver a flawless event experience.

• Havas Health & You: Structured a new pharmaceutical account, leading digital creative solutions for global drug portals. Achieved a $700k revenue increase by optimizing project processes and implementing innovative solutions.

• Globacore Interactive Technologies: Oversaw the execution of digital and live activation campaigns, including virtual reality and interactive installations for prestigious clients like the Canadian Armed Forces and NBA.

• Publicis Sapient: Delivered high-quality digital projects for renowned brands such as Cadillac Fairview and Harley-Davidson, managing international teams and ensuring successful project launches.

Operational Tools

• Adobe Creative Suite | Project Management Tools (Monday.com, Jira, Asana, Trello, Smartsheet, Mavenlink) | Social Media Management Tools | Microsoft Office Suite | Communication Tools (Slack, Microsoft Teams)

Educational Background

• Bachelor of Arts in Creative Brand Communications (Specialized in Visual Communications) - Vega Brand Communications School, Cape Town, South Africa