Ariel Dorsey, CMP, CMM

Experience

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  On The Scene

  May 2008 - Aug 2008

  Event Coordinator/Intern

  On The Scene Destination Management and Event Services; Assisted with the overall execution of annual corporate meetings, private events, and tour programs

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  University of Illinois College of Law

  Jan 2009 - Dec 2009

  Special Events Intern
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  The Signature Room at the 95th®

  Jun 2009 - Aug 2009

  Private Dining & Events Intern
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  McDonald's

  Jan 2010 - May 2010

  Meetings & Events Intern
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  Trump International Hotel & Tower Chicago

  May 2010 - Jul 2014

  As the first employee truly focused on Private Event Sales for the hotel’s top restaurant outlets, I developed and created a department which grew to over $1.5 million in sales in less than two years. I managed all negotiations, contracting and planning, including one-of-a-kind experiences at Two-Michelin Star rated restaurant, Sixteen.

  • Senior Private Events Sales Manager

    Feb 2012 - Jul 2014

  • Food & Beverage Coordinator

    May 2010 - Feb 2012
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  Association for Corporate Growth (ACG)

  Jul 2014 - now

  As the Senior Director of Conferences & Events, my focus is to strategically position the organization for future growth through live and virtual events. I oversee the organizations largest and most successful event, while also focusing on technological developments and enhanced attendee experience and retention.

  • Vice President of Events

    Sept 2023 - now

  • Senior Director, Conferences & Events

    Jun 2016 - Sept 2023

  • Senior Manager, Conferences & Events

    Jul 2014 - May 2016