Emily Szewczyk
@emilyszewczyk
Detail-oriented Client Engagement & Event Manager with proven success.
What I'm looking for
I am a high-energy, detail-oriented professional with extensive experience in planning and executing impactful events. Currently, I serve as the Client Engagement & Event Manager at Foundant Technologies, where I lead the strategy and execution of 10 annual events with 50-500 attendees. My role involves managing the agenda-building process as a product owner, curating over 100 session options to align with our strategic goals. I take pride in increasing client satisfaction scores by 25% through enhanced engagement strategies and regular feedback sessions.
In my previous role as an Event Coordinator at Spanish Peaks Mountain Club, I successfully delivered luxury events while managing logistics and budgets of up to $500,000. My ability to negotiate with vendors resulted in a 15% reduction in event costs, demonstrating my commitment to maximizing resources while ensuring high-quality experiences. I am passionate about supporting mental health initiatives and actively contribute as a board member at Suffer Out Loud, where I assist with event planning and fundraising efforts.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Client Engagement & Event Manager
Foundant Technologies
Oct 2022 - Present (2 years 7 months)
Led strategy and execution of 10 annual events with 50-500 attendees, driving client engagement and supporting business growth. Managed the agenda-building process as a product owner, curating and organizing 100 session options to align with strategic goals.
Board Member
Suffer Out Loud
Jan 2025 - Present (4 months)
Supported mental health initiatives and assisted with event planning, outreach, and fundraising. Contributed to the organization's mission through volunteer efforts.
Event Coordinator
Spanish Peaks Mountain Club
Oct 2021 - Oct 2022 (1 year)
Delivered luxury events, managing agendas, logistics, and BEOs with cross-departmental teams. Successfully reduced event costs by 15% through vendor negotiation improvements.
Wine Service Leader
The Ranch at Rock Creek
Apr 2020 - Nov 2020 (7 months)
Delivered Forbes 5-star service and managed a wine inventory of over 2,000 bottles. Coordinated 50 successful wine events, offering exclusive selections and experiences.
Event Specialist
Big Sky Resort
Mar 2021 - Oct 2021 (7 months)
Managed on-site support, vendor coordination, and budget tracking for resort events. Ensured smooth execution of various events at the resort.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Buffalo State College
Bachelor of Science, Hospitality and Event Administration
Focused on global event planning, wine service, and high-end hospitality.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
Authorized to work in
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