Lennox Forde

Special Events Management

Glendale, Arizona, United States

About

• Re-assessed the communication plans, special packages, processes, and look-and-feel appeal in collaboration with cross-company teams. • Assisted in achieving business objectives through leads generated from seminars, special events and trade shows. • Source vendors, negotiated contracts and managed project budgets. • Supervised production of events – Worked with event sponsors and internal/external teams on all aspects of planning the event. • Demonstrated ability to recruit, motivate and build cohesive teams. • Planned, coordinated and executed events – Oversaw the planning and execution of logistics and operations for private meetings, conferences, road/trade shows and special events. • Arizona State University, Special Events Management Certificate

Experience

  • Assistant Venue Press Officer (AVPO) at CONCACAF
    May 2025 - Present · 1 yr 3 mos

    An assistant venue press officer for the Gold Cup would be responsible for supporting the media operations at a specific venue during the tournament. They would assist with media accreditation, handle seating and ticketing, distribute match-related materials, and organize media events, ensuring a smooth and well-managed media experience.

  • Special Event Specialist at Self-employed
    Jan 2014 - Present · 12 yrs 7 mos

  • Freelance Associate Event Producer at Arizona Cocktail Week
    Dec 2016 - Present · 9 yrs 8 mos

    Supporting the planning and execution of multi-channel projects that include live events, content, social and digital driven initiatives Executing tasks as directed by supervising producers, including sourcing vendors, preparing key project/ production documents, tracking the budget and working on-site Balancing supporting producers on larger projects as well as taking on individual smaller projects Scheduling, coordination and clear communication between internal team members, clients, and outside organizations/consultants Working with team to evaluate, develop and estimate costs and timelines against concepts, designs, goals etc. Managing simultaneous projects and/or tasks in various stages of a project lifecycle; potential to report into multiple supervisors at a time Participation in brainstorms and client meetings; coordinate logistical needs for meetings and presentations Researching, sourcing and securing vendors/partners/permits and negotiating contracts and pay terms Actively track project(s); issue recaps documenting progress Managing and tracking event budgets Ensuring client priorities and objectives are maintained throughout the production process and execution Ability to travel as we produce projects and events across the country Developing and building client relationships; manage client expectations

  • Entertainment Solutions, Inc. (7 yrs 6 mos)
    • Stage Manager
      Jan 2015 - Jan 2022 · 7 yrs 1 mo

      To meet an act’s concert requirements, the stage manager distributes stage plans to stage crew and venue management. He coordinates stage crew activities and assists with or supervises stage preparation including unloading, setup and positioning of concert stage elements, such as instruments, equipment or background sets. If he sees a health, safety or logistics issue, he works with the act and venue management to modify the plans. He also makes certain that an act receives everything requested for backstage facilities, such as specific beverages or food. The stage manager clears the stage prior to the performance and advises the act when it’s time to go onstage. Besides equipment technical cues, a stage manager also cues other stage actions, such as opening and closing stage curtains, if applicable, at the start, intermission and end of the concert. Afterward, he supervises stage cleanup and removal, loading and shipment of stage elements provided by the act. If an act stores stage elements at the venue, he supervises on-site transport and storage. A stage manager also supervises technical matters. He reviews concert technical requirements with various people involved in planning the performance, such as the act, the act’s manager and technicians. He monitors lighting, speakers, microphones and other equipment during rehearsals or recordings. Before a concert, he supervises lamp, sound, rigging and other stage equipment tests. He also supervises specialized concert element testing, such as pyrotechnics tests, if applicable. During a performance, he makes technical adjustments or call cues to a technical crew handling the equipment.

    • Production Coordinator/Stage Manager/Event Operations
      Aug 2014 - Jan 2022 · 7 yrs 6 mos

      Attend events to assist organizational support and logistics on the day Assist in ensuring events run to plan by working closely with the Senior Events Executive Identify relevant events for attendance through research Competitor event research through weekly reports Engage with new contacts through attending events Management of marketing demos to be used at events Liaise with event suppliers Follow up with sales team lead opportunities and contacts made through events Observe and feedback on value for money obtained at events and exhibitions Assist with any other administration ad hoc tasks as necessary Any other duties as may reasonably be required by the CEO or Technical Director

    • Catering Assistant
      Dec 2014 - Jan 2015 · 2 mos

      Tempe New Year's Eve Block Party 2014: Prepared and assisted in the preparation of all foods for assigned catered events. Planned and served all food and beverages ordered with respect to times, quantities specified on catering request. Assembled and delivered food and supplies to catering functions. Set up equipment, furnishings, food service ware and décor for all catered events. Stored and secured all catering equipment, linen, dish and glassware. Ensured accurate and timely delivery for all assigned catering events and orders. Recorded service quantities and billing amounts on catering records.

  • Exhibitor Showsite Coordinator - Freelance at Phoenix Fan Fusion
    May 2017 - May 2021 · 4 yrs 1 mo

    This position is responsible for assisting exhibitors at Phoenix Fan Fusion and Phoenix FanFest and are responsible for all customer service support functions, such as completing orders, answering questions, handling invoices as well as other administrative and customer service functions. Strong customer service skills required to provide first class face to face service at show site. Handle customer inquiries with appropriate and timely follow through. Responsibilities: Provides customer service support for all exhibitor clients. Resolves issues both internally and externally with exhibitors. Acts as a liaison between exhibitor and service centers at show site. Assists in the area of order entry, invoicing, problem solving at show site. Assist in auditing price tables and exhibitor kits as necessary.