Hello Cvent Community,
Welcome to the November edition of our Member Spotlight series, where we spotlight exceptional Community members. This series aims to celebrate standout individuals within our community, showcasing their unique insights, perspectives, and experiences. Chosen for their active participation and expertise, our spotlights promise to bring you a captivating glimpse into the journey and contributions of our featured members.
Step into the Spotlight - Nominate Yourself or another Standout Member for Our Next Feature
Just send an email to communitymanager@cvent.com to volunteer or nominate one of your peers.
Minimum Requirements: Have a profile photo uploaded and a history of participating in Community discussions, activities, product ideas, or events.
So, let's unveil our remarkable community star for this month without further ado!
From an early age, I knew I wanted to work in hospitality and have a travel-related career. I pursued my passion by studying travel & tourism in college. My journey began at MLT Vacations, where I worked on the reservations desk, booking Las Vegas trips for travel agents.
Over the next few years, my career path took some interesting turns, including roles in a manufacturing facility and a school district. However, my true calling emerged when I joined Carlson Marketing Group (now One10) as a meeting & event planner. For nine wonderful years, I managed meetings for corporate clients, traveled the world, and collaborated with amazing colleagues, vendors, and trip directors.
Seeking new challenges, I transitioned to an agriculture company, where I applied my skills in project management and data analysis. During this time, I returned to school and earned a BS in Business Management. One of my proudest achievements was creating an incentive program for our sales team, which reignited my passion for events. I utilized Cvent to
Eventually, I found the perfect opportunity at Boston Scientific, where I could blend my Meetings & Events background with my data analytics expertise.
@Kameron Kidd was able to chat with Andrea and ask her some questions.
Can you share a little about your current role?
I am a Senior Data Analyst at Boston Scientific Corporation. As a Senior Data Analyst with the Meetings Management team, I work with Cvent daily, providing global reporting, analyzing trends, supporting our global stakeholders, and influencing policy. This role truly feels like the perfect fit for me!
What part does Cvent take in your role?
I’m a Cvent Administrator primarily working in Cross-Event, Admin and Supplier Report.
Do you have a favorite event or venue that you've been a part of?
That entire venue and setting looks absolutely stunning! Do you have a favorite Cvent resource or training that you think helped you succeed with Cvent technology?
I am a fan of the training opportunities from Cvent Celebrity and Academy. The social media posts and links to training also have been beneficial.
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Those are popular resources for sure, shout out to our amazing social media team! Are you Cvent certified, and if so, which certifications do you hold?
I have certifications in Cvent Account Administration and Cvent System Administration.
Have you used your knowledge to help others within your organization be successful with Cvent technology?
I assist others with creating reports and/or making reports available to our stakeholders. We also have a great partnership with our Cvent Client Services support team. They can assist with requests that require additional technical acumen.
Sounds like you have a solid handle on everything. I love hearing that our teams have been there for you at times when needed. What advice would you share for those who are just starting with Cvent?
Knowledge Base is full of great information. Participate in Communities to build your network. Get certified!
What is your favorite Cvent feature?
I like the data visualizations in some reports and the Budget module. I visualize data every day in my work and appreciate that some of that work is done for me within Cvent.
We're hugely grateful to Andrea for her time and contributions to the Community. We're looking forward to seeing what you accomplish in 2024! As a token of appreciation, Andrea will receive a Cvent care package.
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