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Sandra J Weber

Scottsdale,AZ

Summary

Dynamic and results-oriented leader with extensive experience in global event marketing, recognized for establishing a center of excellence in planning and executing high-profile international events. As Head of Global Event Marketing, I successfully developed and implemented comprehensive marketing strategies that enhanced brand visibility and stakeholder engagement. My experience includes direct supervision of a talented event marketing team, fostering their expertise and passion for delivering exceptional experiences. With a proven track record in budget management, vendor selection and oversight, and fostering collaborative partnerships, I have directly overseen critical business meetings, international partner meetings, and industry trade shows, ensured seamless execution and delivered impactful results.

Through careful attention to financial stewardship and strategic vendor relationships, I have successfully facilitated events that met business objectives and exceeded stakeholder expectations.

My leadership in the field was recognized by Event Marketer Magazine, which ranked me among the top 12 executive-level women in event marketing in 2016. This recognition underscored my innovative approach to event marketing and led to increased leadership opportunities within the industry. Passionate about wildlife conservation, I currently leverage my marketing expertise to drive initiatives focused on community engagement, awareness, education, and resource mobilization all aimed at promoting biodiversity and supporting wildlife conservation efforts. I am eager to bring my strategic vision and collaborative approach to the board of directors, further advancing the mission of Southwest Wildlife Conservation Center.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Marketing Volunteer

Southwest Wildlife Conservation Center
Scottsdale, AZ
10.2025 - Current
  • Collaborating with local communities to enhance awareness of Southwest Wildlife Conservation Center’s mission
  • Building and maintaining relationships to support conservation effort and community engagement.
  • Assisting in the promotion of the critical work of SWCC through various outreach initiatives.
  • Completed Nonprofit Essentials Certificate through Non Profit Ready

Head, Global Event Marketing

Discover Global Network
Riverwoods, IL
09.2017 - 12.2025
  • Created and executed a long-term global event marketing strategy aligned with corporate objectives.
  • Partnered with cross-functional and executive leaders to improve event performance, customer experience, and engagement.
  • Oversaw procurement, vendor onboarding, contract negotiations, and legal, risk, and compliance requirements.
  • Led a diverse event marketing team and fostered a collaborative, high-performing culture.
  • Ensured fiscal accountability by managing the global event budget.
  • Manager, Global Acceptance and Executive Events

Project Manager, Global Acceptance

Discover Global Network
Riverwoods, IL
11.2008 - 01.2013
  • Managed end-to-end event planning and execution, ensuring alignment with client needs.
  • Built and maintained relationships with internal stakeholders, external vendors, and executive leadership.
  • Led event management for the Global Acceptance department, facilitating international meetings and cross-team collaboration.

Senior Meeting and Event Manager

Sidley Austin, LLP
Chicago, IL
07.2007 - 11.2008
  • Planned and executed internal meetings and events.
  • Developed collaborative relationships with executive leadership and event related organizations.

Corporate Meeting and Event Planner

Hewitt Associates
Lincolnshire, IL
09.2005 - 07.2007
  • Planned and executed corporate meetings and events for HR outsourcing and consulting firm.
  • Established strong relationships with outside vendors and internal stakeholders.

Event Manager (Remote)

Newell Rubbermaid
05.2003 - 07.2005
  • Responsible for the development and implantation of the Corporate Meetings and Travel Department.
  • End to end planning and execution of corporate sales conferences.

Education

M.S. - Counselor Education

Northern Illinois University

B.S. - Family Relations

University of Wisconsin – Stout

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Oregon High School

Skills

    Stakeholder engagement

    Cross-Functional Collaboration

    Commitment to Wildlife Conservation

    Event Planning and Management

    Budget Management

    Timeline Development

    Mentorship

    Relationship Building

    Community Building

Certification

Nonprofit Essentials, Nonprofit Ready

Timeline

Marketing Volunteer

Southwest Wildlife Conservation Center
10.2025 - Current

Head, Global Event Marketing

Discover Global Network
09.2017 - 12.2025

Project Manager, Global Acceptance

Discover Global Network
11.2008 - 01.2013

Senior Meeting and Event Manager

Sidley Austin, LLP
07.2007 - 11.2008

Corporate Meeting and Event Planner

Hewitt Associates
09.2005 - 07.2007

Event Manager (Remote)

Newell Rubbermaid
05.2003 - 07.2005

B.S. - Family Relations

University of Wisconsin – Stout

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Oregon High School

M.S. - Counselor Education

Northern Illinois University
Sandra J Weber