Event Architect & Experience Curator | Where Strategy Meets Celebration | Culture Builder & Connector Strategic events, client engagement and fundraising leader with 20+ years of experience creating high-impact in-person, hybrid, and virtual experiences. I partner closely with senior leadership as a trusted advisor and chief-of-staff–style collaborator, aligning engagement strategies with organizational priorities and guiding cross-functional initiatives from concept through execution. I’m known for blending big-picture strategy with strong project management to build scalable event programs that elevate brands, drive growth, and create meaningful connections. I’m especially energized by opportunities to help organizations build and evolve their events and engagement efforts from the ground up.…

Christy Sherding

Event Architect & Experience Curator | Where Strategy Meets Celebration | Culture Builder & Connector Strategic events, client engagement and fundraising leader with 20+ years of experience creating high-impact in-person, hybrid, and virtual experiences. I partner closely with senior leadership as a trusted advisor and chief-of-staff–style collaborator, aligning engagement strategies with organizational priorities and guiding cross-functional initiatives from concept through execution. I’m known for blending big-picture strategy with strong project management to build scalable event programs that elevate brands, drive growth, and create meaningful connections. I’m especially energized by opportunities to help organizations build and evolve their events and engagement efforts from the ground up.…

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Event Architect & Experience Curator | Where Strategy Meets Celebration | Culture Builder & Connector

Strategic events, client engagement and fundraising leader with 20+ years of experience creating high-impact in-person, hybrid, and virtual experiences. I partner closely with senior leadership as a trusted advisor and chief-of-staff–style collaborator, aligning engagement strategies with organizational priorities and guiding cross-functional initiatives from concept through execution.

I’m known for blending big-picture strategy with strong project management to build scalable event programs that elevate brands, drive growth, and create meaningful connections. I’m especially energized by opportunities to help organizations build and evolve their events and engagement efforts from the ground up.

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Skills

Experience Level

Branding
Expert

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Director of Donor Relations + Engagement and Special Events Producer at The Henry Ford
September 1, 2021 - April 20, 2026
Led donor relations, engagement and special events strategy for Farm to School Lunch Across America and national scope initiatives; built strong relationships with nonprofit partners, corporate sponsors, and community stakeholders; managed cross-functional teams and executed high-impact fundraising events focused on awareness and student nutrition.
Consultant, Virtual Events and Donor Stewardship Initiatives at City University of New York
July 1, 2012 - Present
Consulted on virtual events and donor stewardship initiatives for CUNY's Development Office, supporting strategic fundraising and engagement (remote).
Senior Account Executive, Special Events
September 1, 2007 - July 1, 2012
Led client relationships and budgets for major special events, overseeing program execution and cross-functional collaboration to deliver successful experiences.
Sponsorship and Event Fulfillment Contractor at The Fulkerson Group
July 31, 2021 - September 30, 2021
Secured corporate sponsorships and managed event fulfillment, aligning proposals with organizational goals and maximizing sponsor visibility and engagement.
Consultant at PJH & Associates, Inc.
July 1, 2012 - Present
Lead donor prospecting, cultivation, and sponsorship development for high-profile fundraising events across the Chicagoland area, supporting key revenue and engagement goals Conduct prospect research and analysis to identify and advance high-potential donors and sponsorships through event-driven engagement
Impact Experience and Program Lead at Farm to School Lunch Across America
September 1, 2023 - April 1, 2026
Lead partnership engagement and program execution for Farm to School Lunch Across America, collaborating with corporate, nonprofit, and community partners to expand awareness and support initiatives focused on fresh food access and student nutrition Coordinate cross-organizational efforts, stakeholder engagement, and national programming aligned with funder and partner priorities Track and report program impact metrics for sponsors, funders, and institutional leadership Build and steward strategic relationships with members of the Farm to School Lunch Across America Kitchen Cabinet, strengthening national partnerships and advancing program visibility and impact

Education

Bachelor of Science in Public Relations at Eastern Michigan University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2003

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Industry Experience

Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment, Education, Travel & Hospitality
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