Lucy Smith
About Lucy Smith
Lucy Smith is an Associate Project Manager at Cvent with a background in event planning and fashion design. She has experience working with various companies in the event production industry and possesses strong skills in communication, organization, and relationship management.
Current Role at Cvent
Lucy Smith serves as an Associate Project Manager at Cvent, a position she has held since 2021. Based in the Austin, Texas Metropolitan Area, she focuses on project management within the event technology sector. Her role involves coordinating various aspects of project execution, ensuring that client needs are met while maintaining internal team alignment.
Previous Experience in Event Planning
Prior to her current role, Lucy gained valuable experience in the event planning industry. She worked at Atmosphere Venues as an Event Planner for three months in 2019. Additionally, she held positions at Contigo Catering, where she served as both a Sales Representative and Event Planner, as well as an Event Producer, all within 2020. Her diverse roles contributed to her understanding of event logistics and client relations.
Education and Qualifications
Lucy Smith studied at The Nottingham Trent University, where she earned a Bachelor's degree in Fashion/Apparel Design from 2010 to 2013. She also completed a Foundation degree in Fashion/Apparel Design at University College for the Creative Arts at Canterbury, Epsom, Farnham, Maidstone, and Rochester from 2009 to 2010. Additionally, she studied Fine Art, Constructed Textiles & Media at Hurtwood House, achieving A Levels from 2008 to 2010.
Background in Fashion and Showroom Operations
Before transitioning to event management, Lucy worked at Burberry as a Showroom Operations Coordinator from 2016 to 2019. In this role, she managed the operational transformation of the Burberry Ltd London Showroom, focusing on enhancing efficiency and improving client experiences. This experience provided her with a strong foundation in client service and operational management.
Skills and Professional Focus
Lucy exhibits a highly detailed focus in her work, emphasizing concise communication, swift organization, and effective time management. She has developed a strong foundation in maintaining internal team partnerships and external vendor/client relationships, which has helped her build a reliable network in the event production industry. Her skills also include up-selling additional items to clients, contributing to successful event outcomes while aligning with company budget goals.