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Michelle Lanphear has over 16 years of event planning experience for non-profit organizations.  She is passionate about delivering service beyond expectations to her clients. Michelle began working in the Office of Government and Community Relations in 2006 and she has a Bachelor of Science in Recreation and Leisure Management.  Michelle’s previous positions include Event Coordinator at Crestwood Children’s Center, Visitor Services Director for the Canandaigua Chamber of Commerce, Office and Project Manager for Rochester Youth for Christ, Administrative Assistant for the YMCA and Auto Travel Counselor for the American Automobile Association of Rochester.  Michelle has additional expertise in marketing and communications, website development; department and facility scheduling, budgeting, office management, client relationship development, volunteer recruitment, travel and project management.  In her current role at RIT as Associate Director of Conferences and Special Events she plans and executes numerous events and conferences for diverse groups including RIT faculty/ staff, youth, adults, businesses, civic and service organizations.  Michelle is the operations liaison to the FIRST Robotics Competition and numerous groundbreaking and building dedication ceremonies for RIT.

Lori joined RIT’s Office of Government and Community Relations in May of 2012.  A native of Greece, NY, Lori brought many years of customer service, human resources and supervisory experience to RIT.  She currently oversees the financials for the department and is responsible for assisting the associate vice president and directors.   As the head of GCR’s front desk, Lori often handles inquiries from the community and assists individuals and organizations with the initial phase of RIT event requests. Lori assists in coordinating RIT’s presence at the Rochester Fringe Festival and is involved in supporting RIT’s participation in many events in the Henrietta and Rochester community.  She is currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree from RIT. Outside of campus, Lori enjoys supporting her children’s interests in dance and soccer and serves on many fundraising committees.

Lisa originally hales from Syracuse, New York and joined RIT in the Government and Community Relations Division in 2005. During her first few years at RIT, Lisa managed the office budget and supported the development of the online registration system for RIT’s Brick City Homecoming and Family Weekend. After several years working side by side with event planners, Lisa gained the necessary experience to take on the role of Associate Director for Conferences and Special Events in 2010.  While Lisa is well- versed in all aspects of operations and logistics for events large and small, Lisa has particular expertise in assisting clients executing athletic camps, K-12 programs, and professional conferences on campus. Lisa also uses her event planning experience on a personal level by volunteering and planning events with her children’s schools and extracurricular activities. Lisa is passionate about interior decorating and enjoys DIY projects. Lisa is currently taking classes in Project Management at RIT.