ABOUT MERIKA
Merika Palmiste is known internationally as a renowned talent in unique and immersive Special Events, with flawless attention to detail and execution. Beyond 20+ years of dedication to the event planning industry, Merika has maintained a deep connection to the motto “No Dream is too Big,” which allows the creative vision to inspire the direction of every special moment. From more intimate occasions to multi-million dollar projects in international arenas, each challenge ends with success.
Alongside Merika's powerhouse of creativity, she manages an equally dedicated team of talented professionals across each sector: hospitality, entertainment, operations, event staffing, etc. A logistical genius, she is able to make even the most difficult events look flawless and easy. Merika had the luxury of managing Special Events for Pop Sugar, Pandora Radio, Hulu, MTV VMAs, Titos, Top Gear, The Wing, Hunter, Tommy Hilfiger, Cartier, Comic Con, DIESEL, and numerous non-profit organizations.
In essence, Merika is innovative and resourceful. By thinking differently, she can take her client's vision to new heights, immerse each guest in a truly dynamic style, and visualize each unique story. This is the Merika Palmiste Events experience.
KEY QUALIFICATIONS
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Service and Business Oriented
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Organized and Decisive
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Charismatic and Passionate
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Self-motivated and Team Oriented
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Keen Eye to Details
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Multi-lingual
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Diplomatic and Flexible
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Creative and Influential
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Excellent Communicator
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Multi-tasker
SUMMARY
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20+ years of experience as an Event Planner with a focus on individual, mid-large scale corporate clientele, and large scale (exceeding $2M+) event budgets.
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Managed and executed operations and administrative duties prior to events, such as timeline creation, service planning, inventory control, and calendar management.
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Coordinated high-profile events and served as a liaison between VP, Operations Team, and Event Staff to clearly communicate all event expectations and standards.
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Fostered organic client relationships.
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Ability to successfully manage multiple deadlines and multiple projects effectively through a combination of business and technical skills.
EDUCATION
New York University / New York, NY
Meeting And Conference Management, 2017
New York University / New York, NY
Social Media Marketing, 2016
Saint Petersburg State University Of Culture And Arts / Saint Petersburg, Russia
Bachelor of Arts Film And Entertainment Production, 2009