Victoria Luciani

Senior Manager, Meetings & Events @ RBC Insurance

About

▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ 15 +Years' Event Planning, Execution, Management & Evaluation ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ ► Seasoned professional with comprehensive expertise in multifaceted event management and planning operations. Track record of innovative execution of versatile events, presentations, trade shows, fund raisers, corporate conferences, social events, and numerous community events. ► Polished leadership skills with reputation as a " top achiever " among peers due to perfectionist eye for detail, problem solver, decision maker, quality focused operations, courteous client relationship management, and maintaining focus during highly demanding situations or in a particular environment. ► An articulate communicator and team player. An advocate of openness, self accountability and known for maintaining profitable business relationships with internal/external stakeholders. . Technically adept in Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook, Publisher, Visio), kintera, FileWorks, Event Source, Styles, Raiser's Edge, Adobe, Windows, Mac, Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Pinterest, Instagram, Blogger) ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Competencies ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ » Event Planning, Creating Floor Plans, Itineraries » Decor Planning, Vendor Negotiations, Contracts Management » Event Supervision, Hands on Leadership, Tasks Delegation » Fundraising & Sponsorships, Stakeholder Relations » Resource Management, Recruiting Staff & Volunteers » Policies & Procedures Evaluation & Implementation » Event Expense Forecasting, Budgeting, Results Evalution » Planning, Time Management, Organized Scheduled Delivery » Team Leadership, Performance Management » Community Relationships Management » Cross Functional Collaboration & Partnering

Country

City

Canada

Industry

Banking

Skill

Supervisory Skills, Decision-Making, Program Management, Free Thinking, Project Management, Project Planning, Registration, Contract Negotiation, Event Planning, Event Management, Sponsorship, Floor Plans, Sponsorship Sales, Venue Selection, Menu Creation, Filemaker Pro, Raiser's Edge, Donations, Decor creation, On Site event coordination

Experience

Senior Manager, Meetings & Events

RBC Insurance

2025-4 - Present · 1 yr 6 mos

Meeting & Event Manager

RBC Insurance

2022-4 - 2025-5 · 3 yrs 2 mos

National Event & Meeting Specialist

PwC Canada

2016-10 - 2022-4 · 5 yrs 7 mos

Toronto, Canada Area

- Assist internal clients on events to determine the parameters, procedures and deliverables - Provide a concierge planning service from conception to completion for PwC events - Execute/plan national and international events - Source required services and vendors both internally and externally - Manage outside vendors - Conduct site visits to asses venue options - Manage event logistics and on site execution - Manage event budgets and reconciliations - Process event contracts & invoices - Create work-back schedules and proposals - Source new vendors and creative ideas - Event scope ranges from 50 people up to 3000

Senior Event Coordinator

Distillery District Events

2015-3 - 2016-10 · 1 yr 8 mos

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Coordinate weddings and corporate events at 4 separate venues • Show prospective clients venues, create menu and décor options, and assist in vendor relations • Work with current clients to provide estimates and determine food and beverage selections • Create floor plans using Smart draw software, arrange AV requirements, and schedule security services • Monitor event budgets and timelines • Create and communicate function sheets for each event, for both FOH and BOH staff • Conduct follow-up communications with clients and manage receivables

Special Event Coordinator

Baycrest

2013-4 - 2015 · 1 yr

Assist with the planning and execution of the Scotiabank Toronto Pro-am Hockey Tournament, Baycrest Hockey Hall of Fame, SAM 2014 Symposium and many more events. Assisted with the creation and development of the Fundraise Your Way program. Produce new ideas for event design, fundraising, sponsorships, production and creative concepts.

Special Event Coordinator

Borgata Event Venue

2011-9 - 2013-4 · 1 yr 8 mos

Vaughan, Ontario

Responsible for the organization of all events from conception to completion. Responsible for independently conducting the day-to-day operational management and implementation of all projects. Assist with direct marketing initiatives and promotional activities.

Co-Chair

Wings Of Life Non for Profit Organization

2006-8 - 2013-4 · 6 yrs 9 mos

Organize various third party events in support of Leukemia Research at Princess Margaret Hospital. Supervise and monitor the development of all events. Responsible for the recruitment and training of all volunteers. Seek out and maintain key relationships with stakeholders and volunteers.