Katy Fritz, Cmp
About Katy Fritz, Cmp
Katy Fritz is the Director of Global Events at Zilliant, where she has worked since 2016. She has extensive experience in event management, having held positions at several organizations, including Alliance Consulting Group and George P Johnson.
Current Role at Zilliant
Katy Fritz serves as the Director of Global Events at Zilliant, a position she has held since 2016. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing the planning and execution of events on a global scale. Her leadership has contributed to significant improvements in event attendance and stakeholder engagement. Notably, she developed a sponsorship program for Zilliant's proprietary events, which helped offset execution costs.
Previous Experience in Event Management
Prior to her current role, Katy Fritz accumulated extensive experience in event management across various organizations. She worked at George P Johnson as a Senior Event Operations Manager for five years, where she managed event logistics and operations. Her earlier roles include Program Manager at MIT Sloan School of Management and Events Associate at Forrester Research, where she honed her skills in event coordination and stakeholder communication.
Education and Certifications
Katy Fritz earned her Bachelor of Arts in Communications from Boston College, completing her studies from 1999 to 2003. She furthered her education by obtaining a certificate in Meeting & Event Management from Northeastern University. This educational background has equipped her with the necessary skills to excel in her field.
Achievements in Event Strategy
Katy Fritz has implemented several strategic initiatives to enhance event performance. She developed an event lead sourced and influenced reporting system, which provided stakeholders with regular updates on the event department's performance. Additionally, she achieved a 40% increase in attendance for Zilliant's primary proprietary event from 2017 to 2018, demonstrating her effectiveness in driving engagement.
Recognition and Awards
Katy Fritz received the company-wide People’s Choice Award for her exceptional ability to bridge communications between all company departments. This recognition reflects her commitment to fostering collaboration and enhancing communication within the organization.