Kim Deerfield

Experience

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  NYS Public Employees Federation

  Jan 2007 - May 2018

  Executive Board Coordinator

  - Planned and managed 15 complex events annually with 120-1200 attendees, and budgets up to $1.7 million -Collaborated with organizational leadership to develop events that consistently met the program goals and stayed within budget- Implemented use of event software, resulting in a 25% increase in efficiency - Successfully led event teams comprised of staff and volunteers to ensure seamless execution of events

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  Empire State Plaza

  May 2018 - May 2019

  Convention Center Manager

  - Led a dedicated team in managing the daily operation and promotion of a 60,000 sq. ft. meeting and events facility- Managed staffing and program requirements to ensure safety and security compliance and client satisfaction- Successfully acquired new clients, including an unprecedented event attracting 8,000 attendees- Collaborated with industry partners and suppliers suppliers to promote city-wide programs, winning the bid for a 6-day sporting event

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  NYS Public Employees Federation

  May 2019 - May 2023

  Director of Special Events

  - Successfully managed team responsible for planning and executing over 800 in-person, hybrid, and virtual meetings annually with attendees from 25-1200 and budgets up to $2.5 million - Partnered with executive leadership to produce successful events that reflected the organization’s mission and goals while staying within budget- Negotiated vendor contracts, saving 20% on average without compromising quality - Developed a strong network of reliable industry partners to ensure seamless event execution- Delivered quarterly presentations to a 120-person Executive Board, successfully addressing technical inquiries to promote informed decision-making Show less