Cheryl Thompson, CMP, CGMP

Experience

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  Hyatt Regency Crystal City

  Jan 1997 - Jan 1999

  Catering Conference Services Manager

  I earned Manager of the Year recognition in this fast-paced, customer-facing environment that required collaborative teamwork, quick decision-making, and a commitment to service excellence.

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  National Head Start Association

  Jun 1999 - Dec 2006

  Conference Director

  I spearheaded conferences large and small, coordinating with internal stakeholders, external vendor partners, employees, attendees, and the media to promote a substantial number of annual events.

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  School Nutrition Association

  Dec 2006 - Jan 2015

  I was promoted to VP of Meetings in Aug 2011, leading a range of meeting planning, execution, follow-up, and reporting.

  • Staff Vice President, Meetings

    Aug 2011 - Jan 2015

  • Director of Meetings

    Dec 2006 - Aug 2011
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  The RMartin Group

  Feb 2015 - now

  Account Executive

  I help drive new business and customer engagement within this full-service audio-visual provider with access to a substantial inventory of equipment to manage meetings and events for audiences ranging from 10 to 5,000. Our experienced technicians provide exceptional customer service throughout all phases of your event planning and execution process.

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  Ultimate Planning Group

  Feb 2015 - now

  Independent Consultant
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  World Institute for Action Learning-USA

  Jun 2015 - Dec 2021

  Association Manager

  I served in a key leadership role for this non-profit organization dedicated to the growth and advancement of Action Learning in business and government. We offered a range of services spanning problem-solving, strategic planning, management training, continuous improvement, and knowledge-sharing across organizations. We also offered forums, certification workshops, professional coaching, research, thought leadership, publications, and other initiatives to position our clients for long-term success. Show less

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  Civility Management Solutions (CivilityMS)

  Jul 2016 - now

  I was recruited to join Civility Management Services during a very exciting period of growth. Since that time, we have rapidly expanded into new office spaces and increased our team size exponentially – all due to the way we treat our government and private sector customers. Recognized as one of the “fastest-growing companies” on the Inc. 5000 list, we focus on minimizing the risk of our clients by offering them subject matter expertise across multiple areas, including Project, Financial and Grants Management; Conference and Logistics; and Professional Development Training.A trusted partner during the COVID-19 pandemic, we have been busy guiding many of our clients through digital transformation when it comes to how they host their meetings and events. We are certified by SBA as a Woman-Owned, Economically Disadvantaged, and VA-Verified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business. Show less

  • Corporate Program/Business Development Manager

    Mar 2022 - now

  • Program Administrator

    Jul 2016 - Apr 2022
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  C.A. DeVillars, Sr. Scholarship Foundation

  Sept 2021 - now

  Volunteer Secretary, Board Of Directors

  I am proud to join and help increase the awareness around this special scholarship foundation built in the name of my grandfather. Established in 1997, the mission of the C.A. DeVillars, Sr. Scholarship Foundation is to perpetuate the memory of Professor Chester A. DeVillars, Sr. by providing two scholarships to graduating seniors at McIntosh County Academy.My grandfather earned multiple college degrees, including a master’s in administration from Columbia University Teachers College. He was the first African American to serve on the Board of Registrars in the State of Georgia and the first to serve as City Councilman in Darien, Georgia, before working as an educator for more than 42 years. Show less