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Chris Edme

@chrissyedme

Expert Event Manager skilled in Project Coordination, Crisis Management & Team leadership.

United States

Dynamic and detail-oriented Event Manager with 5+ years of experience leading successful social, nonprofit, and corporate events. Proven track record in budget management, vendor negotiations, logistics coordination, and client satisfaction. Skilled in high-pressure environments, cross-functional collaboration, and maximizing ROI through innovative event strategies. Seeking to contribute leadership, project management expertise, and organizational excellence to a mission-driven team.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Current

Event Program Manager

Apartment Life

Jan 2022 - Present (3 years 5 months)

Managed 24+ community-building events annually for residents in affordable housing, significantly improving retention and satisfaction. Developed event concepts, coordinated logistics, oversaw execution, negotiated vendor contracts, and controlled budgets. Fostered long-term resident relationships, driving consistent attendance and engagement.

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Current

Special Projects Coordinator

Crisis24

Nov 2023 - Present (1 year 7 months)

Oversaw day-to-day Crisis Response caseload, collaborating with crossfunctional teams to ensure timely support delivery. Conducted risk assessments, developed contingency plans, and applied expertise in risk mitigation strategies. Supported the development of crisis management programmatic plans and systems, implementing strategies to minimize crisis impact.

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Event Manager

Marriott International

Aug 2022 - Aug 2023 (1 year)

Led execution of corporate meetings and private functions, consistently earning top guest satisfaction scores. Created Banquet Event Orders (BEOs), collaborated with vendors, and aligned internal departments to deliver seamless experiences. Managed budgets, reconciled expenses, optimized event profitability, resolved issues in real-time, and oversaw an event department.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Keiser University logoKU

Keiser University

Diagnostic Medical Sonography

2024 - 2027

Tech stack

Software and tools used professionally

Availability

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Location

United States

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Salary expectations

65k+ USD

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