Meryl Weidner, CMP

Experience

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  Student Event Planners Association

  Jan 2013 - Jan 2014

  Special Events Coordinator

  - Executed the Christmas party and end-of-the-year Murder Mystery Banquet- Solidified calendar of social events, including semester celebrations, ice breakers for members, social dinners, and more- Served as chapter historian, taking photos and videos for Facebook page and website- Worked with multiple vendors (catering, venue, Photo Booth, etc) to execute the End-of-the-Year banquet

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  Astin Mansion

  Feb 2014 - May 2014

  Special Events Intern

  - Executed all aspects of special and corporate events with attendance up to 350 people including setup and striking- Learned different aspects of working at event venue including hostess, server, caterer and coordinator- Developed relationships with local vendors to create a Preferred Vendor List for clients

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  Math Enrichment

  Jun 2014 - Jul 2014

  Teacher's Assistant

  -Assisted 7th and 8th grade students in Language Arts tutoring for a summer camp-Helped the teacher throughout the day with administrative tasks, such as grading and filing papers

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  Annenberg Presidential Conference Center

  Aug 2014 - Dec 2016

  Event/Office Assistant

  - Gained knowledge in Event Management Software (EMS)- Worked directly with management staff for hands on training and experience in facility booking, customer service, client communications, room setups​, audio visual needs- Facilitated events for VIP clientele such as former Presidents and political figures in a professional discrete manner- Researched policies and procedures for event facilities at peer universities to create Special Event Safety Processes at TAMU- Researched diversity and inclusion within staff at peer universitiesMemorable Events- Terry Foundation Scholarship Banquet - 10/9/14- 25th Anniversary of the Fall of the Berlin Wall - 11/10/14- Distinguished Author Series: George W. Bush's "41" - 11/11/14- Women in Foreign Policy Conference - 9/11/15- International Affairs Seminar: Anne Applebaum - 9/28/15- 2015 McLane Leadership in Business Award: Craig L. Bryan, President & COO of H-E-B - 10/7/15- "Unbranded" Screening - 10/28/15- Celebrate 25 Years of American Disabilities Act - 11/5/2015- Distinguished Author Series: Jon Meacham - 11/9/15- Robert M. Gates: "A Passion for Leadership" - 1/27/16- Bush Foundation Lecture Series: Chase Untermeyer, John Sununu, & Mary Kate Cary - 4/11/16- Berg Hughes Center Symposium - 10/10/16- David Preiss w/ Panel: James Olson, Carmen Medinas & Dick Kerr - 10/19/16- Global Pandemic Policy Program - 9/16/15; 10/24/16- Sixth Annual Huffines Institute Discussion - 11/11/16- Conoco Phillips White House Lecture Series: Lauren Wright -11/14/16- 75th Anniversary of Pearl Harbor - 12/7/16 Show less

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  Gamma Phi Beta International Sorority

  Jan 2015 - Dec 2016

  - Oversaw the social events, alumni relations, social media, merchandise, and philanthropy events with budget of $72,000- Communicated regularly with other student organizations, administrative offices, and faculty and community members- Participated and led weekly executive council meetings, weekly chapter meetings, and monthly department meetings to better promote the chapter of 275 women- Managed a department of 7 officers - Acts as a liaison between Gamma Phi Beta and any organization at Texas A&M University- Works with the other members of the executive council to make the best decisions for the Gamma Phi Beta chapterEvents:- Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Date Party (coordinated transportation from College Station to Houston, managed the purchase and distribution of 150 tickets)- Mother Daughter Brunch (coordinated venue, decor, floral arrangements, food, photo booth)- Formal & Semi-Formal (coordinated venue, DJ, security, food, photo booth, decor, bartender)- Founders Day Luncheon (coordinated venue, food, slideshow, awards show, decor, photo booth)- GPhi Joe & Crescent Classic (philanthropy events - assisted Philanthropy Chair in executing these public events) Show less - Coordinated Gamma Phi Beta’s annual philanthropy event, Crescent Classic, with over 1,700 participants at Wolf Pen Creek Amphitheater in College Station, TX- Redesigned annual philanthropy event resulting in 44% increase in attendance and 20% increase in revenue- Raised over $53,000 for national philanthropic partner through ticket sales, silent auction and raffle, and donations- Managed all of the different vendors who participated in the event including food, equipment rentals, entertainment, and more Show less

  • Vice President of Public Relations

    Jan 2016 - Dec 2016

  • Philanthropy Chair

    Jan 2015 - Dec 2015
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  All Things Planned

  May 2015 - May 2016

  Wedding Intern

  - Researched and conversed with different vendors in the local area for future events- Organized and coordinated logistics with different vendors in the area through bridal and site meetings- Handled all phases of 14 wedding day executions to ensure a successful event totaling over 150 hours- Designed style shoot published in the Bridal Association of Brazos Valley “Bride’s Guide” February 2016 edition

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  Student Event Planners Association (SEPA)

  May 2015 - May 2017

  - Conduct bi-weekly member meetings and bi-weekly leadership meetings through agendas and PowerPoint presentations- Address the needs and concerns of 35 members while maintaining organization status with University and Nationals- Supervise speaker database, budget, member communication and outreach, volunteer opportunities, and special events - Continue the partnership with Bridal Association of Brazos Valley sponsor by working semi-annual bridal shows (handling money and tickets, welcoming the brides, answering questions for vendors and brides) Show less

  • President

    May 2016 - May 2017

  • Vice President

    May 2015 - May 2016

  • Programs Director

    May 2015 - May 2016
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  Ronald McDonald House Houston

  Jun 2016 - Aug 2016

  Special Events Intern

  Big Project: Boo Ball Gala - October 29, 2016- Designed the Auction display boards as well as the Wine Auction Display tags- Created social media posts for raffle sales- Attended multiple site and office meetings with chairs, vendors, production company and design company- Managed the underwriting, auction, and Boo Bags database on Excel- Used Raiser’s Edge to send out mailings for donation request forms- Learned how to ask corporations to be donors/sponsors of RMH Special Events- Researched and identified potential silent auction opportunities for Young Professionals After Party- Worked on technical production by searching for downloadable sound bites for audio at the event- Assisted with the production of the promotional video that will compel guests to get excited about giving in the spirit of making a difference for the children and families of RMH Houston - Participated in the execution of the Boo Ball: The Lost LagoonSmall Project: Masterpieces with MerylI planned an in-house Art Day with the kids who live in the House. The artwork they created is going to be used for award plaques at the Trafigura Run for the House.- Created timeline for planning and day-of, budget with donations included, marketing materials (flyers, save-the-dates), decor and prizes, documenting the event through photographySmall Project: Road to Rio Through McDonald's partnership with the Olympics, McDonald's is sending 10 Ronald McDonald House children from around the country to Rio in August! A celebration was planned for the children able to attend.- Planned out the day's logistics with Director of Volunteers Services, Family Activities Coordinator, Volunteer Coordinator, and Marketing Coordinator - Participated in weekly calls with McDonald's national representatives and other RMHs participating in this program- Set up Olympic games in the Atrium- Assisted Marketing Coordinator by documenting the event and participating in media coverage Show less

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  The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth)

  Jul 2017 - now

  - Execute monumental events including but not limited to a comprehensive campaign, fundraising luncheon, and Commencement- Execute high-level transformational donor-centered events - Plan and coordinate an average of 10 small-to large-scale events quarterly- Collaborate with other University teams to enhance the visibility of the institution - Manage event budgets - Prepare University officials with briefings - Train new team members and creating materials for smoother transitions within team roles Show less

  • Associate Director

    Aug 2021 - now

  • Assistant Director

    Oct 2020 - Jul 2021

  • Senior Coordinator

    Dec 2018 - Oct 2020

  • Development Coordinator

    Jul 2017 - Dec 2018