Brandi Kaner
Bourbonnais
Summary
To obtain the position of Senior Consultant, Events at Blue Cross Blue Shield
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Community Benefit Manager
Ascension St. Mary's Hospital
12.2018 - Current
- Lead the planning, coordination, and execution of community benefit programs, collaborating with internal stakeholders, community organizations, and vendors
- Managed a diverse portfolio of events, including health fairs, community outreach programs, and virtual seminars, ensuring alignment with hospital mission and community needs
- Oversaw event and community benefit budgets, and monitored financials to ensure cost-effective execution of community donations and sponsorships
- Coordinated data collection and reporting on community health initiatives, providing insights to senior leadership on program effectiveness and areas for improvement
- Developed and maintained partnerships with local non-profit organizations, healthcare providers, and community leaders to enhance outreach and maximize event impact
- Planned blood drives, associate engagement events, recruited associates for community walks and events and hosted community food panties serving 250 families in partnership with the Northern Illinois Food Bank monthly and coordinated volunteers.
- Achieved departmental goals by developing and executing strategic plans and performance metrics.
Special Events, Trip, Program Coordinator
Bourbonnais Township Park District
01.2013 - 05.2018
- Planned and executed a wide range of events, including senior programs, community trips, and holiday celebrations, managing all aspects from concept to completion
- Coordinated logistics, secured community partners, and developed vendor relationships to ensure successful program delivery
- Managed the RFP process for event vendors, negotiated contracts, and tracked expenses to adhere to budget guidelines
- Facilitated collaboration with internal teams to ensure event alignment with community engagement goals
- Delivered high-quality virtual and hybrid event experiences, ensuring technical support, participant engagement, and seamless execution
- Facilitated regular meetings with team members to discuss progress updates, address challenges, and brainstorm solutions for ongoing success.
Fitness Instructor
Provena St. Mary’s Total Wellness Center
10.2007 - 02.2013
- Customize training programs for clients
- Instruct aerobics classes
- Provide excellent customer service
- Schedule and teach CPR classes to the community and local businesses
- Conduct revenue making programs such as camps and weight loss programs
- Plan & attend health fairs representing Provena St. Mary’s Hospital and Wellness Center
- Schedule front desk staff
- Member of the Wellness Steering Committee for Provena St. Mary’s Hospital
- Organized special events such as workshops, seminars, and competitions to engage members and attract new clients.
Owner/Manager
Curves for Women
06.2005 - 10.2009
- Hire, Supervise, schedule and train employees
- Monitor daily operations and maintain financial records
- Assist members in daily workout routines
- Advertised monthly promotions
- Served as a director for the Momence Chamber of Commerce
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
Intern
Bourbonnais Township Park District
03.2005 - 06.2005
- Implemented and assisted programs for pre-school, teens and seniors
- Created programs and program descriptions
- Learned daily operations and different levels of planning of events and programs at the BTPD
Events Coordinator Assistant
Bone Student Center
01.2003 - 01.2005
- Scheduled and organized events
- Reserved equipment and set up for meetings, conventions and special events
Education
B.S. - Recreation Administration and Program Management
Illinois State University
Normal, IL01.2005
Associates of Arts Degree - undefined
Kankakee Community College
Kankakee, IL01.2003
Skills
- Team leadership
- Decision-making
- Project planning
- Project management
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Multitasking Abilities
Accomplishments
Kankakee County Chamber of Commerce 2020, 40 under 40 recipient.
Affiliations
- I currently serve on many different community boards and committees such as United Way-Women United Committee, Options CIL, Child Network, Clove Alliance, Kankakee County Chamber Board of Directors, Homelessness Task force Board, YMCA, Kiwanis Club of Kankakee Vice President and the Kankakee River Front Society.
Timeline
Community Benefit Manager
Ascension St. Mary's Hospital
12.2018 - Current
Special Events, Trip, Program Coordinator
Bourbonnais Township Park District
01.2013 - 05.2018
Fitness Instructor
Provena St. Mary’s Total Wellness Center
10.2007 - 02.2013
Owner/Manager
Curves for Women
06.2005 - 10.2009
Intern
Bourbonnais Township Park District
03.2005 - 06.2005
Events Coordinator Assistant
Bone Student Center
01.2003 - 01.2005
Associates of Arts Degree - undefined
Kankakee Community College
B.S. - Recreation Administration and Program Management
Illinois State University
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