Erika Bird

Background

About Erika Bird

I am a tenacious and energetic leader with twenty years of business development, marketing, communications, pitch writing, and convention management experience. My background stretches across multiple industries, in B2B and D2C, including conference services, professional services, media, education, and publishing. My enthusiastic approach to life is reflected in my determination to set and achieve ambitious goals as well as motivating those around me to do the same. KEY SKILLS • Proven track record in identifying, developing, and implementing successful business development, marketing, growth strategies, and communication campaigns in B2B and D2C markets. • Excellent written, communication, and interpersonal skills including pitch writing, marketing copy, technical writing, creative writing, and editing in a variety of industries. • Fluent in the full convention cycle from pitching conferences and associations, to handling vendors and exhibitors, to working with convention attendees; in addition to selling and managing ancillary conference services. • Dynamic public speaking and presentation skills. • Motivational Team Leader and Collaborative Team Player. • Development of award–winning initiatives in business development personnel training; client services and satisfaction initiatives; and public relations campaigns. • Consistent record of managing multiple projects and producing creative and effective work under tight deadlines.