Samdeesh Dua
Shoreview
Summary
Dynamic project management professional with over three years of experience leading multiple concurrent initiatives in fast-paced environments. Demonstrated expertise in managing timelines, budgets, and vendor relationships while effectively collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders. A results-oriented approach ensures timely project delivery within scope, driving organizational success and enhancing operational efficiency. Committed to leveraging strategic planning and problem-solving skills to achieve project goals and exceed expectations.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Convention Services Manager
Minneapolis Marriott Northwest
Minneapolis, MN
04.2024 - Current
- Lead end-to-end delivery of 30+ large-scale conferences annually, managing scope, timelines, budgets, and resources to achieve 95%+ client satisfaction.
- Manage multiple concurrent projects while coordinating with operations, sales, accounting, and external vendors.
- Drive 20% revenue growth through strategic planning, upselling, and client relationship management.
- Lead and coach a 10-member team, improving service efficiency and performance by 30%.
- Conduct post-event retrospectives and implement process improvements to enhance delivery and retention.
Events & Accounting Executive
Zscaler
03.2023 - 02.2024
- Supported global corporate events through structured planning, documentation, and stakeholder coordination.
- Negotiated vendor contracts, achieving 15% annual cost savings while maintaining quality and timelines.
- Managed budgets, expense tracking, and financial reporting to ensure cost control and transparency.
- Worked on groups having 500+ attendees, dealing all last minute changes and finding a satisfactory resolution.
Education
Bachelor of Commerce -
DAV College
Skills
- Project Planning & Delivery
- Stakeholder Management
- Budget & Cost Control
- Scope & Risk Management
- Vendor & Contract Negotiation
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Documentation
- Retrospectives
Certification
Google Project Management Certificate — Coursera
Timeline
Convention Services Manager
Minneapolis Marriott Northwest
04.2024 - Current
Events & Accounting Executive
Zscaler
03.2023 - 02.2024
Bachelor of Commerce -
DAV College