Roberto Dei serves as the Special Events Coordinator for the City of Lowell since July 2016, responsible for planning and coordinating both large and small-scale events, including the annual Lowell Folk Festival, Winterfest, and City of Lights. In addition to managing event logistics, Roberto advises local organizations on the necessary procedures for permits related to community activities. Prior to this role, Roberto worked as a Program Assistant, providing organizational support for special events and managing volunteer recruitment. Roberto's experience also includes serving as the Administrator for the Lowell Cultural Council, where responsibilities encompassed managing funds and ensuring compliance with grant reimbursement processes. Earlier, Roberto was a Project Manager at the Cultural Organization of Lowell, focusing on marketing arts and culture and promoting local handmade goods. Roberto holds a Master of Arts in Fine and Studio Arts from The Art Institute of Florence.