Chicago Event Management
Samantha Furlong is an experienced professional in event management and volunteer coordination, currently serving as the Manager of the Volunteer Program at Chicago Event Management since July 2019, where earlier roles included Coordinator of the Volunteer Program. Previously, Samantha gained experience as an Event Management Intern at Park Lawn Association Inc for a brief period in 2019 and worked as a Nanny for a Private Family from August 2016 to August 2018. Samantha’s background also includes a role as an Activity Coordinator at Prestwick Country Club and as a Customer Service Representative at Professional Salon Concepts. Samantha held supervisory positions at Frankfort Square Park District and Ivy League Kids. Educational qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in Organizational Communication from Western Michigan University, alongside studies at Joliet Junior College, Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, and Lincoln-Way North High School.
Chicago Event Management
Chicago Event Management is more than an event production company, it’s a team motivated to connect the communities we serve through the events we produce. At the core of our organization, we believe in sharing best practices, using learnings to create unforgettable experiences and building lasting relationships that lead to new ideas and innovation. Since its inception in 1996, CEM has stayed true to this mission and as a result, has become a leader in event production and the endurance sports industry.