* Over 15 years experience writing for the media in a way that educates and informs the community about the latest news and events in the area * Over six years planning and producing non-profit community special events for audiences between 2,000 and 50,000 people * Experience working with a budget of over $500,000 * Proven results of doubling the attendance rate at various media industry events through a wide variety of marketing efforts including email, social media, paid ads, SEO, print ads, OOH billboards, radio ads, etc. * Strong organizational skills