Elizabeth Whittington

Experience

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  McVeigh Associates, Ltd.

  Sept 2006 - Aug 2015

  Senior Project Manager

  A third-party meeting and event company with 150 employees specializing in Management Consulting and Business Services.Senior Project Manager responsible for complete logistics of global events for assigned Pharmaceutical and Insurance clients. ~Versed in vendor contract negotiations obtaining the best possible pricing and services for clients.~Created, managed, and reconciled project budgets keeping client apprised during the process, capturing cost savings.~Managed meeting room set-up, audio visual equipment needs, ground transportation, housing, catering, special need requests, print material and communications based on program requirements. Show less

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  Meetings & Incentives Worldwide, Inc.

  Aug 2015 - now

  Senior Event Experience Manager

  A third-party meeting and event company with 300+ employees specializing in in-person, virtual and hybrid events, and strategic services consulting.Senior Program Manager responsible for end-to-end event management on assigned pharmaceutical accounts. ~Extremely knowledgeable in strategic meeting and event management from conception through execution, based on project objectives, utilizing a network of vendor partners and onsite staff, leading to successful outcomes.~Collaborated with clients, vendors, and colleagues on the logistical execution of over 30 successful events annually, by creating, managing, and driving project timelines ensuring deliverables and milestones were met.~Mentored junior-level talent and new hires on company and client best practices, following SOP’s and Pharma guidelines preparing them for successful careers. Show less