STACY RAYSOR-MITCHELL
Indianapolis
Summary
Strategic leader with expertise in developing and executing impactful strategies that drive organizational success. Skilled in project management, financial oversight, and stakeholder engagement, consistently delivering results aligned with goals. Focused on leveraging innovative approaches to enhance productivity and achieve sustainable growth.
Overview
1
1
Certification
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Meeting Manager
INDIANAPOLIS MARRIOTT EAST
Indianapolis, IN
01.2025 - 01.2026
- Attained assigned sales, revenue, and solicitation call goals by managing 50+ client touchpoints monthly and supporting $1M+ in annual catering and event sales.
- Monitored market-segment trends across corporate, nonprofit, civic, and convention business to identify demand shifts, informing adjustments to event sales strategy.
- Produced and reviewed 200+ catering contracts and banquet event orders annually, ensuring accurate pricing, room setup, menus, timelines, and client expectations.
- Created and executed event contracts for groups from small executive meetings to 2,000-attendee conventions, ensuring compliance with venue and revenue standards to support successful events.
- Monitored market-segment trends across corporate, nonprofit, civic, and convention business to identify demand shifts and improve event sales strategy.
- Conducted a minimum of 24 site inspections, 42 local sales calls, trade shows, and client events monthly to strengthen venue visibility and convert prospects into booked business.
- Conducted 24 site inspections, 42 local sales calls, trade shows, and client events monthly to enhance venue visibility and convert prospects into booked business.
Community Manager II
CARR WORKPLACES
Carmel, IN
01.2023 - 01.2025
- Drove retention by delivering personalized experiences and implementing outreach initiatives.
- Coordinated meeting room logistics, office supply orders, vendor management, and customer service to enhance client interactions.
- Developed marketing materials, managed service agreements, and facilitated client onboarding to streamline processes.
- Implemented outreach initiatives and personalized experiences to boost client retention by 12%.
- Facilitated open dialogue among community members by moderating discussions and addressing concerns in a timely manner.
Walker Box Office & Events Manager / Sales & Planning Manager
IUPUI / MADAM WALKER LEGACY CENTER
Indianapolis, IN
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Coordinated 10+ high-profile events for IU Deans, Chancellor, and community partners, enhancing institutional visibility and engagement.
- Oversaw box office operations and event ticketing for sold-out public performances, ensuring seamless attendee experience and revenue generation.
- Managed internal and external cultural, alumni, and civic event planning efforts.
- Managed planning for internal and external cultural, alumni, and civic events, fostering community connections and institutional outreach.
Financial Relationship Specialist
Regions Bank
Indianapolis, IN
01.2018 - 01.2021
- Built and maintained customer trust by delivering personalized financial solutions and consistently executing proactive communication.
- Evaluated client financial needs, identified suitable banking products and services, and recommended options aligned with client financial requirements.
- Delivered consistently above-target sales performance, supporting growth of company financial product offerings by 25 percent through sustained commercial effort.
Education
Master of Science - Food Service & Lodging Supervision
Purdue University
West Lafayette, INSkills
- Event production
- Budget oversight
- Event Coordination
- Cross-Functional Team Leadership
- CRM management
- Event sales strategy
- Team leadership
- Database tracking and alumni data integrity
- Software proficiency
- Vendor negotiation
- Client Relationship Management
Certification
- Event Management, IUPUI
- IN (Valid through 2031), Lodging Management, IUPUI
- Beverage Management, IUPUI
- Notary Public, IN
VOLUNTEER & BOARD ENGAGEMENT
Indianapolis Minority Joint Professionals Coalition (IMJPC), Board Member & Coordinator
Personal Information
Title: EVENT & DEVELOPMENT LEADER | LUXURY & NONPROFIT EVENTS | ALUMNI ENGAGEMENT
Timeline
Executive Meeting Manager
INDIANAPOLIS MARRIOTT EAST
01.2025 - 01.2026
Community Manager II
CARR WORKPLACES
01.2023 - 01.2025
Walker Box Office & Events Manager / Sales & Planning Manager
IUPUI / MADAM WALKER LEGACY CENTER
01.2021 - 01.2022
Financial Relationship Specialist
Regions Bank
01.2018 - 01.2021
Master of Science - Food Service & Lodging Supervision
Purdue University