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Heather R

International Event Director

Occupation:

Convention Services/Events Staff

Location:

Colorado Springs, CO

Education Level:

Master

Will Relocate:

YES

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Top-drawer, dynamic communicator. High energy qualified developer, planner, organizer and supervisor. Used to thinking "outside the box”. Catalyst for action with proven follow through. Demonstrated motivational leadership abilities. Expert change manager. Extensive international project management experience in both public and private entities. Dedicated to continuous improvement with a passion for customer service.

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COMPANY POSITION HELD DATES WORKED

Doha Asian Games Organizing Committee (Confidential) 10/2005 - 2/2007
United States Olympic Committee (Confidential) 9/1998 - 10/2005
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SCHOOL MAJOR YEAR DEGREE

University of Western Australia Human Movement 1996 Master Degree
University of Southern California Kinesiology 1994 Bachelor Degree
University of Southern California International Relations 1994 Bachelor Degree
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Highlights:

Over 13 years experience in planning, preparing and executing successful large-scale international sporting events (Olympics, Paralympics, World University Pan American and Asian Games).

Companies I like:

Kaiser Permamente, Nike, Bank of America

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Effectively oversaw, recruited, managed and developed a diverse, multicultural and cohesive team of staff and volunteers from 32 nations responsible for retail operations, sports information and analysis, sponsor gift distribution, leisure and recreation services, cultural and cinematic entertainment, internet centres, newspaper publications, religious and library services. Responsibilities included the delivery of policies, procedures, operation and contingency plans and staff readiness programs for staff ensuring high quality service and seamless, efficient operation.
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