Allison Neill, PMP

Experience

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  Illinois State University

  Aug 2010 - May 2011

  Athletics Marketing Intern

  Worked with an integrated marketing team to execute promotions and events. Led interaction with audience members at sporting events to engage fans and promote attendance. Coordinated mascots and vendors for family-friendly events for members of the community

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  The Cekander Group a Buffalo Wild Wings Franchise

  Jun 2012 - Jul 2013

  Marketing Coordinator

  Organized logistics for local fundraising events at 12 Buffalo Wild Wings locations. Created promotional posters and flyers for restaurant specials and events.

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  The Cekander Group a Buffalo Wild Wings Franchise

  Jul 2013 - Aug 2014

  Marketing Manager

  Managed a team of marketing coordinators. Planned and executed marketing campaigns, promotional events and social media efforts on behalf of 12 Buffalo Wild Wings and Smashburger restaurant locations. Ran co-branded promotional events with Sam Adams, Harley Davidson and more. Organized logistics for company-wide events including annual charity golf outing.

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  ALI Conferences

  Aug 2015 - Aug 2020

  Manage freelance conference producers and connect internal communication business professionals by planning employee engagement best practice conferences. Research, develop & execute educational business events for mid- to senior-level executives. Organize travel logistics for speaker & attendees needs including rooming lists and room blocks. Activate multiple sponsorships per conference. Handle all communications with speakers and hotel staff.

  • Senior Conference Director

    Aug 2018 - Aug 2020

  • Conference Producer

    Aug 2015 - Aug 2018
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  Informa Markets

  Mar 2021 - Dec 2021

  Conference Producer
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  CDW

  Dec 2021 - now

  Program Manager, Event Strategy