Where Strategy Meets Execution

I am an event operations leader with over 15 years of experience supporting brands, agencies, and organizations producing high-visibility, culturally relevant events. I've managed operations for 7-figure nationally televised productions, coordinated teams of 20+ vendors, and led execution for events ranging from 150-person activations to 5,000-person conferences.I specialize in building operational systems that support creative vision, align cross-functional teams, and keep production moving forward. When timelines are tight, stakeholders are layered, and expectations are high, I bring the leadership required to translate ideas into executable plans and keep every moving part accountable.Whether advising during planning or leading on-site execution, my focus remains consistent: operational precision, decisive leadership, and delivery that meets the moment. I support teams who need structure without rigidity, leadership without micromanagement, and execution that reflects the scale and significance of their event.I've supported productions with budgets up to $500K, managed vendor ecosystems of 10-20 partners, and coordinated high-profile talent including celebrities, elected officials, and corporate executives—events where precision and flawless execution are essential.

Opal Watkins
Event Operations & Production Leadership

Event SOS - Crisis Support

$2,500 \ 48-hour response

When You Need This:Your event is in 2 weeks. Your timeline is a mess. A key vendor fell through. You need someone to tell you what to do RIGHT NOW.What’s Included:Emergency consultation within 48 hoursRapid operational assessment and immediate action planRun of show rescue/rebuildCrisis management through event dayEmail/text support until your event is doneThis is not consulting. This is a rescue mission.

When to book: You're 7-14 days out and drowning.
I'll get you back on track.

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DAY-OF EVENT COMMAND

$3,500 | I Show Up & Run It

When You Need This:You have a plan. You just need someone experienced to execute it while you focus on your clients and stakeholders.What’s Included:Pre-event operational planning supportFull day-of operational commandVendor coordination and timeline managementReal-time problem-solving and crisis managementLoad-in through strike oversightI show up. I take command. You don't worry about operations

When to book: You've done the planning, but you need experienced on-site leadership to run operations.

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WEEK-OF INTENSIVE SUPPORT

$5,000 | Final Week Partnership

When You Need This:It's the final week. Everything is accelerating. You need operational leadership NOW through event day.What’s Included:Join your team for 7 days of intensive support
(30-40 hours)Vendor coordination and timeline lockdownRun of show refinement and finalizationTech/AV rehearsal coordinationTalent and VIP logistics managementFull day-of operational commandStrike supervision and closeoutOperational insurance policy for the final week.

When to book: High-stakes events with complex technical requirements or multi-vendor coordination.

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FULL-CYCLE EVENT LEADERSHIP

Starting at $8,500

When You Need This:Comprehensive operational partnership from concept through closeout for high-visibility events requiring expert leadership across the full production lifecycle.What’s Included:Operational strategy and planning (4-8 weeks pre-event)Vendor RFP support and selection guidanceBudget tracking and resource allocation oversightMaster timeline and run of show developmentStakeholder alignment and communicationRehearsal coordination and tech run-throughsFull event execution and on-site leadershipPost-event debrief and documentation

When to book: Multi-day conferences, galas (500+), broadcast/hybrid productions, 8+ weeks of planning.

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MONTHLY RETAINER - ONGOING SUPPORT

$4,000/month | 3-Month Minimum

When You Need This:Your outsourced Director of Event Operations. For agencies and organizations managing multiple events who need consistent operational expertise without hiring full-time.What’s Included:15 hours of dedicated support time per monthUnlimited email/text consultation (24-hour response)3 strategy calls per monthTemplate and system developmentVendor relationship managementTeam training and operational documentationPriority booking for day-of execution (billed separately)Unused hours roll over within contract period.

When to book: Event agencies with 5-15 annual events, corporate teams managing recurring programming, associations with monthly/quarterly events, organizations scaling their event operations.

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STAGE Mgmt & PRODUCTION SUPPORT

Available as standalone service or add-on to any package

When You Need This:You need experienced stage management for speaker coordination, show flow execution, and real-time adjustments during your event.What’s Included:Stage management and show flow executionSpeaker/talent cueing and coordinationAV and technical team coordinationReal-time show adjustmentsPricing varies based on event complexity and rehearsal needs.Add-On Pricing:Add to any service package: +$1,200

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