Catherine Frattasio

Dynamic and detail-oriented Events Manager with 25 + years of experience planning and executing corporate, nonprofit and continuing education events. Proven ability to deliver high-quality events that exceed expectations, while managing multiple priorities in a fast paced environment.

Event Manager – Non-Profit Continuing Education Organization at Npace (2021-09 – Present)

• Plan and execute continuing education (CE) events for healthcare professionals, ensuing alignment with budget, compliance, and organizational goals
• Develop detailed event timelines, production schedules, and staffing plans to streamline and reduce last-minute changes.
• Secured venues and vendor contracts through strategic sourcing, resulting in cost savings and quality service delivery.
• Coordinate with speakers, exhibitors, and facilitators, ensuring seamless event participation

Owner – Corporate Event Company at Blue Anchor Events (2010-06 – Present)

• Founder of successful Iatan accredited full-service event planning firm established in 2010
• Work with various industries from Pharmaceutical, Life Science, Finance, Technology, Advertising and Consulting
• Manage all aspects of business operations, strategic marketing, and client relationships, driving repeat business and referrals
• Expert in selecting venues to accommodate client needs and building strong relationships with quality vendors
• Design event websites, online registration and email campaigns to ensure accurate tracking, budgeting and on-site management

Senior Event Manager at Carlson Wagonlit (2006-10 – 2010-05)

• Produced detailed program resume/BEO's for vendors and event staff, ensuring precise coordination of multi-day conferences and meetings
• Identified potential business from new clients and maintained long-term relationships with existing clients
• Developed new marketing strategies and materials for department and generated growth opportunities within the department

Senior Event Planner at Keane, inc. (2003-07 – 2006-09)

• Sole planner for all Keane, Inc. meetings and events, including sales, incentive, leadership, training, client, board, and regional meetings
• Developed and implemented Keane's Strategic Meeting Management Policy
• Managed event budgets, tracking expenses and reallocating funds to maximize ROI
• Negotiated and secured competitive contracts with hotels, ground transportation, AV companies, DMC's, off-site venues, air, and production houses

Meetings Planner at Phase Five Communications Inc./Grey Healthcare Group (2001-08 – 2003-06)

• Produced high-profile pharma, biotech, and life science meetings from concept to completion, including continuing education programs, advisory boards, regional meetings, investigator programs, and symposia
• Leveraged strong knowledge of Pharma Guidelines and able to communicate clearly with stakeholders, all levels of management, Doctors and vendors.
• Developed clients' request for proposals, established budgets, and reconciled client billings

Conference Planner/Sales Representative at Fleet Conference & Training Center/ Hilton Hotel Corporation (2000-07 – 2001-08)

• Managed the Boston Sales Office and was responsible for two other New England area centers
• Negotiated large contracts in excess of $100,000 for meeting space with Fortune 500 clients
• Surpassed a $2.5 million revenue goal; received the Sales Recognition Award
• Planned and executed corporate company events such as a Customer Appreciation Night, Open House, and Holiday Parties

Bachelor of Arts in Politics/Legal Studies – Ithaca College (1996-08 – 2000-05)

Semester Abroad – University of New South Wales