Lyndsey M. Tetlow
Ocean Springs
Summary
Director of Events and Senior Project Manager with over 20 years of extensive expertise in resource optimization, strategic communication, and operational planning across a broad scope of international markets. Demonstrated leader with a visionary approach to project delivery, leading cross-functional teams to enhance client satisfaction and achieve measurable success. Skilled in negotiation, crisis management, and logistics, with a proven track record of fostering strategic partnerships and streamlining operations for large-scale events.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Project Manager
DRPG
09.2022 - 01.2025
- Led cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time, enhancing client satisfaction and retention
- Managed budgets exceeding $5M, optimizing resource allocation for improved project outcomes
- Implemented risk management strategies, reducing project delays and cost overruns significantly
- Streamlined communication channels, fostering collaboration and increasing team productivity by 12%
- Analyzed project performance, identifying areas for improvement and achieving measurable success
International Relations Manager (Americas & Caribbean)
Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games
03.2020 - 09.2022
- Led international relations across the Americas & Caribbean regions, fostering IOC partnerships and coordinating with diverse stakeholders for Commonwealth Games delivery
- Managed cross-cultural communications and strategic partnerships, strengthening regional representation and participation in the Games
- Developed comprehensive stakeholder engagement strategies, ensuring effective coordination between international committees and local organizers
- Orchestrated regional stakeholder relations across 21 nations, implementing streamlined communication protocols that enhanced international participation
- Developed a data-driven engagement framework to optimize international committee interactions and strengthen regional representation
Live Event Manager
The NEC Group
11.2016 - 03.2020
- Coordinated over 200 events annually, enhancing client satisfaction through meticulous planning
- Resolved logistical challenges swiftly, ensuring seamless event experiences for attendees
- Increased client retention by 27% through strategic relationship management and service excellence
- Led large-scale events at NEC venues, managing budgets and coordinating cross-functional teams while delivering exceptional guest experiences
- Streamlined event operations through data-driven decisions, optimizing resource allocation and enhancing operational efficiency
Sr.Event Logistics & Operations Manager (Contract)
TA Cook
09.2015 - 11.2016
- Led end-to-end event logistics operations, coordinating venue selection, supplier management, and budget allocation while ensuring seamless execution of corporate events
- Streamlined operational workflows and vendor relationships, reducing event setup time and delivering substantial cost savings across multiple international venues
- Developed comprehensive event metrics and reporting systems, enabling data-driven decisions and continuous improvement in operational processes
- Implemented strategic event performance tracking system to optimize resource allocation and enhance operational efficiency across international venues
- Spearheaded vendor negotiation initiatives resulting in measurable cost reductions while maintaining premium event quality standards
Director, Catering & Events
The University of Alabama (Birmingham)
08.2013 - 08.2015
- Spearheaded university catering division managing 100+ annual events, driving operational excellence through strategic vendor partnerships and resource optimization
- Led comprehensive catering operations and high-profile events, directing staff teams while establishing strategic partnerships with vendors and stakeholders
- Orchestrated large-scale university events, optimized resource allocation, and implemented cost-control measures that enhanced operational efficiency
- Modernized event operations processes through the development of a new online ordering system (CaterTrax), streamlined the client booking experience, and created sustainable catering practices
- Built strong relationships with academic departments, university student & sport organizations, and external clients to deliver customized event experiences
Senior Event Manager
MEDSEEK, LLC.
09.2011 - 07.2013
Sr. Manager, Events & Exhibitions
McKesson Corporation
08.2009 - 08.2011
Manager, Events & Exhibitions
McKesson Corporation
06.2005 - 08.2009
Special Events Coordinator
Equifax Corporation
05.2003 - 06.2005
Education
NEBOSH National Certificate - Occupational Safety & Health
02.2025
Bachelors - Communications
University of Southern Mississippi
Hattiesburg, MS08.2000
Skills
- Operational Efficiency
- Negotiation Skills
- Communication Strategy
- Crisis Management
- Vendor Management
- Effective Project Scheduling
- Event Strategy
- Client Relations
- Logistics Management
- Budgeting
- Event Analytics
- Financial Forecasting
- Audience Engagement
- Resource Allocation
- Financial Analysis
- Stakeholder Coordination
- Project Management
- Event Design
- Budget Forecasting
- Risk Analysis
- Engagement Strategies
- Negotiation Tactics
- Partnership Development
- Event Innovation
- Resource Planning
- Operational Strategy
- Stakeholder Communication
- Project Evaluation
- People management
- Catering and events
- Cross-functional team coordination
- Team leadership and supervision
- Vendor negotiation
- Client relationship management
- On-site execution
- Project plan development
Certification
NEBOSH National Certificate in Occupational Health & Safety (The National Examination Board in Occupational Safety & Health)
Controlling Workplace Hazards (NEBOSH Credential ID available))
Health & Safety Practical Application (NEBOSH Credential ID available)
NEBOSH Management of Health & Safety (Credential ID available)
Timeline
Senior Project Manager
DRPG
09.2022 - 01.2025
International Relations Manager (Americas & Caribbean)
Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games
03.2020 - 09.2022
Live Event Manager
The NEC Group
11.2016 - 03.2020
Sr.Event Logistics & Operations Manager (Contract)
TA Cook
09.2015 - 11.2016
Director, Catering & Events
The University of Alabama (Birmingham)
08.2013 - 08.2015
Senior Event Manager
MEDSEEK, LLC.
09.2011 - 07.2013
Sr. Manager, Events & Exhibitions
McKesson Corporation
08.2009 - 08.2011
Manager, Events & Exhibitions
McKesson Corporation
06.2005 - 08.2009
Special Events Coordinator
Equifax Corporation
05.2003 - 06.2005
NEBOSH National Certificate - Occupational Safety & Health
Bachelors - Communications
University of Southern Mississippi
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