Darci Kendall

OVERVIEW

I'm an extremely driven self-starter with 15+ years of experience creating unforgettable events and activations for tech, sports, music, entertainment, retail and lifestyle brands. I work well within a team, or leading it, and am able to make tough calls independently.

I'm a meticulous project manager, balancing multiple deadlines while maintaining an organized yet creative approach. I have a talent for hiring, training and mentoring highly engaged team members. And, most importantly, I'm flexible and versatile - able to stay poised and professional, and maintain a sense of humor under pressure.

Check out my portfolio to see my work: thevendry.co/v/darci-kendall

THINGS I'M AWESOME AT

• Overseeing the execution of an event from ideation to creation
• Pitching creative ideas, event decks or RFPs to clients
• Bringing value to events by delivering measurable ROI and profitability
• Creating engaging events that amplify the client’s message
• Working in fast-paced, deadline-driven, high-stakes environments
• Presenting ideas & information verbally, visually and in writing
• Finding "cool" – hunting trends, following insights & using intuition
• Using my whole brain – I’m a logistical lefty with an eye for design & style
• Learning & using all forms of software, like MS or Apple applications, CAD, online event management platforms, social media sites and similar

CLIENT LIST

• Airbnb
• Bacardí
• Basil Hayden
• Casper
• Facebook
• Klarna
• Moncler
• Airbnb
• Netflix
• Nike
• Pepsi
• Snap
• TikTok
• Tinder
• T-Mobile
• Twitch
• Viacom/CBS
• Yahoo!

NOTABLE EVENTS

NATIONAL

• Coachella
• Country Music Awards
• ESPYS
• Super Bowl
• Roca on Rails
• Lululemon 10K

LOCAL

• Moncler Art of Genius
• VirginFest
• Art of Patrón
• BH Bourbon in Residence
• Def Jam Grammy Brunch
• American Cinematheque Awards

FOUNDER & CREATIVE DIRECTOR

Hodde Bros Beverage Co / Popjoy | 10 Years

• Work with high-profile brands to execute experiential activations at national & local events, and for multi-city marketing tours
• Brainstorm, pitch & execute high-value IRL/virtual events & experiences for corporate and celebrity clientele
• Oversee all aspects of the business including sales, accounting, staffing, social media and creative direction

Michigan State University

B.A. | Marketing

Summa Cum Laude | 3.95 GPA

Founders Institute Accelerator

Graduate | 2012 Class