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PATRICIA RIOS

Brossard,QC

Summary

Dynamic Event Manager with a successful track record in planning, organizing, and executing diverse events. Expertise in coordinating from small to large-scale events, budget management, and fostering client relationships. Recognized for creating and managing successful festivals and events. Innovative and forward-thinking with 15 years of experience leading widely diverse, high-impact events. Passionate public relations and marketing expert with ideal analytical and project management skills for vibrant and fiscally successful events. Recruits and hires top talent, delivers timely problem-solving and mobilizes engaged and loyal corporate teams. Dedicated to customer focus, clear communication and satisfied attendee experiences.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Event Director

Overhop Brewing Co.
Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, QC
01.2017 - Current
  • Oversaw 100+ event logistics, venue scheduling and accommodations.
  • Oversaw event happenings in progress, answered guest questions, acted quickly to resolve problems and trained and supported 100+ team members and volunteers.
  • Coordinated vendors, timelines and budgets for events.
  • Developed strong relationships with clients and vendors, resulting in repeat business
  • Selected décor and event materials fitting clients' requests and vision.
  • Organized corporate luncheons, dinners, conferences and special events.
  • Assessed event success and identified improvement areas through client feedback.
  • Networked to obtain potential event sponsors.
  • Designed and maintained spreadsheets documenting vendor, facility and guest information.
  • Orchestrated various internal and external events, collaborating with several NGOs, organizations, companies, and managing budgets.
  • Successfully created and managed the BRASSOEURS festival, gaining significant media coverage.
  • Hosted large groups by engaging with attendees during annual events.
  • Performed event coordination for larger parties and gatherings.
  • Collaborated with all major beer festivals across Ontario and Quebec, including TFOB, Mondial de La Bière, Heavy Montréal, and Festibière.

Hostess and Coordinator

Brazil Official Booth - SIAL
Toronto, ON
06.2017 - 06.2019
  • Helped with end-to-end event planning process through meetings, walk-throughs and day-of execution.
  • Coordinated plans and specific event needs with internal personnel.
  • Collaborated with leadership and colleagues to coordinate staffing for each event.
  • Oversaw event logistics, venue scheduling and accommodations.
  • Organized event facility, food and beverage selections and audio-visual arrangements.
  • Organized corporate luncheons, dinners, conferences and special events.
  • Designed and maintained spreadsheets documenting vendor, facility and guest information.
  • Welcomed and engaged diverse attendees, providing warm and informative experience at Brazil's Official Booth during SIAL Toronto events. SIAL receives 25.000 visitors.
  • Facilitated meaningful connections and interactions as liaison between event attendees and exhibitors, ensuring culturally enriched representation of Brazil.
  • Coordinated booth logistics, including registration, information distribution, and promotional activities, contributing to successful promotion of Brazilian products and fostering positive atmosphere.
  • Boosted client satisfaction through administration of on-site service requests and event logistics management.

Volunteer as Event Manager and Staff Training

Society Of Beer Drinking Ladies
Toronto, ON
07.2017 - 08.2018
  • Volunteered as event manager, coordinating 50+ vendors and 5000 attendees, contributing to inclusive Craft Beer community for women & non-binary folks in Toronto.
  • Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
  • Participated in volunteer orientations and training sessions to learn about organizational changes and mission updates.

Executive Coordinator

BP Productions
Salvador, Bahia
05.2004 - 12.2016
  • Managed logistics for large scale events featuring major clients such as Gerdau, HDI, Rede Globo, and Festival de Verão de Salvador.
  • Planned and executed 100+ events per year, including weddings, birthday parties, and corporate functions
  • Coordinated intricate logistical details, including venue selection, transportation, and accommodation, ensuring optimal execution of events.
  • Collaborated with clients, operations teams, and external vendors to coordinate setup, breakdown, and production timelines for each event.
  • Ensured efficient communication and coordination among stakeholders, contributing to overall success of events.
  • Oversaw events on day of execution, demonstrating adept problem-solving skills and proactive approach to handling unforeseen challenges.
  • Organized vendors and resources, ensuring smooth and flawless event experience for clients and attendees.

Education

Business Administration - Diploma - Human Resources Management

Sheridan College
Mississauga, ON
05.2018

Master of Arts - Linguistics And Languages

Federal University of Bahia/UFBA
Salvador, Bahia, Brazil
12.2007

Bachelor of Arts - Languages - French, English, And Portuguese

Federal University of Rio De Janeiro - UFRJ
Rio De Janeiro, RJ. Brazil
05.2003

Skills

  • Event Planning and Coordination
  • Logistics Management
  • Guest Relations
  • Team Leadership and Motivation
  • Project Management
  • Multilingual Proficiency (French, English, Portuguese, Spanish)
  • Adaptability and Problem-Solving
  • Entrepreneurial Spirit and People's Person
  • Multi-tasker under pressure
  • Budget Management and Financial Analysis
  • Social Media Management and Marketing
  • Team Leadership and Motivation

Certification

  • Created and managed the BRASSOEURS festival, featuring 20 microbreweries led by women, and 1000 attendees, gaining coverage from CBC NEWS, Journal de Montreal, Le Devoir, and others.
  • Recipient of 2 Academic Awards from Pilon School of Business at Sheridan College.
  • Nominated as a Woman of Influence by RBC Entrepreneur Awards - 2021
  • Featured in the "Déclaration de député" at the Quebec's Parliament by Louis Lemieux, Député de Saint-Jean à l'Assemblée nationale, as a successful entrepreneurial case.
  • Winner of 3 medals at the Canadian Beer Awards with our creations at Overhop Brewing Corp
  • Partnership with the NOG Brain DMGD ( Brain Cancer Research) to develop the beer of the cause of the Bières et Saveurs de Chambly 2022 and 2023.
  • Engaged in civil rights and social action by serving transsexual homeless individuals at Chef Massimo Bottura's social project "Refettorio Gastromotiva" during the Olympic games in Rio de Janeiro.

Timeline

Volunteer as Event Manager and Staff Training

Society Of Beer Drinking Ladies
07.2017 - 08.2018

Hostess and Coordinator

Brazil Official Booth - SIAL
06.2017 - 06.2019

Event Director

Overhop Brewing Co.
01.2017 - Current

Executive Coordinator

BP Productions
05.2004 - 12.2016

Business Administration - Diploma - Human Resources Management

Sheridan College

Master of Arts - Linguistics And Languages

Federal University of Bahia/UFBA

Bachelor of Arts - Languages - French, English, And Portuguese

Federal University of Rio De Janeiro - UFRJ

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