MOLLY A.

MOONS
Rochester Hills, MI 48306-4457 (248) 408-8118 moons.molly@yahoo.com Executive with proven success in special event, sponsorship and marketing programs within Fortune 500 and Non-Profit arenas.

Directed 2 international launches for $7.2 billion corporation.

Handled new identity launch for worldwide employees; integral role in IPO and subsequent merger events.

Curtailed expenses 18% while delivering outstanding "business theatre" program for $5.1 billion company.
Quickly gained reputation for producing unparalleled results within budgetary constraints.

Innovative Professional with track record of leveraging creativity, interpersonal skills and organizational abilities.

Gained $1.3 million in national media exposure for event while raising $500K for cancer charities. - Precedent-setting project enabled all segments of community to contribute to worthwhile cause. Spearheaded first-time ever, high-profile event at Detroit's historic Fox Theatre for tier-one automotive supplier. - Collaborated with Detroit Symphony Orchestra and Peter Nero to develop innovative customer entertainment program. United design executives from Ford, General Motors and Chrysler to recognize history's great automotive designers. - This inaugural black-tie fundraising event immediately became an annual tradition.

Client Comments:
"I respect Molly's work ethic and her ability to deliver results - she's a true pro at what she does." - Mario Andretti, Legendary Race Car Driver "Your personal commitment to the level of performance required to produce these meetings and events has always served as a strong symbol of our pursuit of excellence in all that we do." - Larry Yost, former Chairman and CEO, ArvinMeritor, Inc Clients include: ArvinMeritor, DuPont Automotive, Rockwell International, USA Today Newspaper, General Motors-Cadillac, Michelin Tires, Siemens, Studio 54 Nightclub, State of Michigan, TRW, Comcast Cablevision, Cooper Standard, ITT, Deloitte & Touche, Harvesting A Cure, Harley-Davidson, SelectCare Insurance, Tenneco and United Technologies. Business Administration, Northwood University

University of Cincinnati Conservatory of Music

Harkness Ballet

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Secretary, AUBURN HILLS CHRISTIAN CENTER, Auburn Hills, MI, 2007 to present

Provide executive support to the Associate Pastor and Youth pastor including event management, database management, etc Provide receptionist duties and full administrative support for the church office.

Trade Show Manager, SOCIETY OF AUTOMOTIVE ENGINEERS, Dearborn, MI 2006 to 2007

Responsible for all aspects of a 90,000 square foot tradeshow with a $1.6 million budget; team leader of 26.

President and CEO, MOONS EVENT MANAGEMENT, INC., Pontiac, MI, 1991 to 2006

Built successful, full-service firm managing special events, corporate meetings, and incentive programs for diverse Fortune 500 global corporations. Grew to $1.2 million gross revenue. Provided strategic management and marketing counsel to core business teams and created thematically unified programs in support of corporate message. Specialized in the creative conceptualization, thematic development, detailed coordination and implementation of customized events, meetings and communication programs for internal and external audiences. Developed and managed budgets ranging from five to seven figures. Achieved top rankings in recall measurements and honors for customer special events and sponsorships. Consistently provided clients with cost savings through carefully targeted, cost-effective programming and maximized impact of clients' investments, achieving corporate objectives while minimizing expenses.

Molly A. Moons Resume, page 2

Co-Founder and Producer, HARVESTING A CURE, Dearborn, MI, 1995 to 1996

Harvesting A Cure was a 501(c)3 non-profit organization founded to produce The Lincoln-Mercury Amazing Maize Maze, a cancer fundraising event that received broad national TV and print exposure ($1.3 million). All professional services were provided pro bono, and 100% of the net proceeds were directed to four cancer charities.

Directed strategic planning; market research; sponsorship design, negotiation, sales and execution; sponsor relations; charity research; public relations; advertising; volunteer coordination; ticket sales; concessions; etc.

Director, Special Events, EISBRENNER PUBLIC RELATIONS, Troy, MI, 1988 to 1991

Created, planned and executed customer entertainment events, media-relations activities, client trades show participation, etc. for this full-service public relations firm.

Manager of Special Events and Special Projects, FRED SANDERS, INC., Detroit, MI, 1987
Fred Sanders was a 115 year-old confectionery company with 4 product lines. Oversaw all corporate sponsorships, including the Detroit Grand Prix "Shower Of Stars" celebrity concerts, Chene Park Summer Arts Festival, "Sanders On Ice" at the Michigan State Fair, National Governors Conference.

Analyzed requests and established priorities for charitable donations, promotional fundraising and corporate sponsorships. Managed $200K+ budget and supervised part-time staff of 10. Acted as corporate representative and liaison at public and private functions.

Partner, P.M. PRODUCTIONS, New York, NY, 1984 to 1986

P.M Productions was an event management, promotional & management consulting firm. Developed, coordinated, implemented and managed the promotion of 5 top New York City nightclubs with capacities ranging from 400 - 2,200. Negotiated contracts for 50 promotional events annually. Designed and developed creative concepts, and produced and distributed promotional materials. Generated and maintained mailing list of 76,000 names, and supervised a professional staff of 15.

General Manager, HEARTBREAK, New York, NY, 1981 to 1984

Heartbreak was a top New York City nightclub. Managed nightly revenues of $50,000-$100,000, and managed staff of 60. Developed and implemented systems for employee management and payroll administration. Coordinated and developed budgets for live entertainment and special events.

Professional Ballerina and Choreographer, New York, NY, AFFILIATIONS/HONORS

(2) Silver Awards, Special Events Citizen of the Week Award Partners Executive Committee Past President, Vice President, Director Friends of Vision Board of Directors "Vision Honored" Event Co-Chair Board of Trustees Up and Coming Choreographer of the Year

1977-1981

International Association of Business Communicators WWJ Radio Detroit Karmanos Cancer Institute Women's Advertising Club of Detroit Detroit Institute of Ophthalmology Detroit Institute of Ophthalmology National Foundation for Ileitis & Colitis New York Magazine

EDUCATION

Northwood University Harkness Ballet, NYC University of Cincinnati Conservatory of Music