Michelle Oller, Cmp
About Michelle Oller, Cmp
Michelle Oller is an experienced event planner currently working at Brown-Forman in the Louisville, Kentucky area. She has a background in facility management and various analytical roles at Yum! Brands, where she worked for over a decade before transitioning to her current position in 2018.
Work at Brown-Forman
Michelle Oller has been employed at Brown-Forman as an Event Planner since 2018. In this role, she is responsible for providing on-site coordination and leadership for events held worldwide. She collaborates with internal vendors, including Communications, Design, and IT, to ensure that client needs are met for each meeting. Her position requires a strong focus on budget reporting, where she ensures financial transparency to clients before, during, and after events.
Previous Experience at Yum! Brands
Prior to her current role, Michelle Oller worked at Yum! Brands in various capacities from 2004 to 2018. Her positions included Executive Compensation Analyst/Administrative Assistant, Facility Management Analyst, Franchise On-Boarding/Growth Ready Analyst, and Senior Analyst. She also served as the Yum University Training Coordination Lead for six years, where she coordinated training programs. Her diverse experience at Yum! Brands provided her with a strong foundation in analysis and event coordination.
Education and Expertise
Michelle Oller earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting from Carson-Newman University, where she studied from 1994 to 1998. Her educational background in accounting complements her professional roles, particularly in budget management and financial reporting. Additionally, she is an active member of Meeting Professionals International (MPI), regularly attending meeting planning events to stay informed about industry trends and best practices.
Event Coordination Skills
In her role as an Event Planner, Michelle Oller is skilled in coordinating events and managing logistics. She travels with clients or committees for site selection and advance planning as needed. Her ability to work closely with various departments ensures that all aspects of event planning are executed smoothly. This includes overseeing the budget and ensuring that all client requirements are met effectively.