Ali Walz

Results-driven events professional with extensive experience planning and executing successful events in the healthcare and non-profit sectors. Proven ability to manage all aspects of event logistics, including budget management, vendor relations, and digital marketing to drive attendee engagement and exceed expectations. Known for thinking on my feet, high attention to detail, and delivering exceptional client service.

Rhode Island Medical Society – Providence, RI

Director of Management Services (October 2023–Present) [Full-Time]

Associate Director of Membership (January 2022–August 2023) [Full-Time]

• Coordinate 30+ in-person events annually, ensuring high-quality experiences and repeat attendance. This includes targeted notification, outreach, and seamless digital registration
• Plan and execute the Rhode Island Primary Care Conference, recognized as the state’s premier event for primary care, attracting over 100 healthcare professionals and industry leaders
• Project manage and lead the operations of 11 medical specialty organizations, developing strategic goals to maximize efficiency within strict budgets
• Manage day-to-day operations for each organization including dues billing, compliance filings, oversight of financial activities, and supervision of various consultants
• Organize board and committee functions to ensure operational alignment
• Develop new and cultivate relationships with industry partners, driving financial growth

Communications and Marketing Coordinator, Work Unit (February 2020–January 2022) [Full-Time]

• Project manage all communications products for clients of JFF’s Work Unit, including top tier government agencies and tech giants, as well as JFF’s external audience
• Produce external communications material, including web content, social media, and blog posts
• Liaise with cross-functional teams to meet client deadlines and address shifting priorities

Business Operations Analyst, Technology Team (April 2019–February 2020) [Contract]

• Oversee and report on business continuity testing across 22 countries, ensuring compliance
• Administer notification systems using vendor tools to support emergency readiness

Suffolk University – Boston, MA

Master of Arts in Communication: Integrated Marketing Communication (December 2018)

University of Connecticut – Storrs, CT

Bachelor of Arts: Concentration in Communication, Concentration in Journalism (May 2017)