EVENT TECHNOLOGY MANAGER

I build the digital systems that make global events feel seamless.

From Cvent websites and event apps to automation, integrations, attendee journeys, and scalable delivery systems, I turn complex event technology into experiences people actually enjoy using.

I operate where digital experience, product thinking, front-end execution, platform expertise, automation, and event operations meet.

I do not simply configure platforms. I push them further, connect what needs connecting, remove operational friction, and create systems teams can scale.

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ABOUT ME

Ten years in. Still improving the system.

10+ years · Event technology

I’m an Event Technology Manager with 10+ years of experience building digital experiences and systems for complex, high-profile events.

My work spans Cvent, event apps, automation, front-end execution, attendee journeys, platform integrations, and scalable delivery frameworks.

My strength is translating ambitious creative and operational requirements into polished, reliable technology that teams can actually use and scale.

PICK A LANE

Four ways I make events better.

Tap a card. I’ll keep the useful version under 20 seconds.

CVENT WEBSITE CONCEPTS

Five directions. All buildable in Cvent.

Click any concept to explore the complete scrollable website—not just a hero mockup.

01
GLOBAL SUMMIT

Summit Signal

A high-impact summit experience with confident navigation, bold hierarchy, and a registration journey built for complex audiences.

  • Bespoke layout + navigation
  • Complex registration-ready
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02
INNOVATION FORUM

Future Forum

A brand-forward editorial concept that balances visual storytelling with clear, scalable usability for a global audience.

  • Modular, reusable sections
  • Global audience optimized
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03
MODERN CONFERENCE

Lumen Live

A fresh, high-energy conference direction using oversized type, asymmetric composition, and conversion-led content blocks.

  • Contemporary responsive system
  • High-energy conversion path
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04
EDGE-INSPIRED FORUM

SHIFT

A layered thought-leadership experience with expressive typography, immersive storytelling, and bold editorial transitions.

  • Full original HTML concept
  • Interactive reveal system
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05
GLOBAL BUSINESS FORUM

NEXUS

A high-energy business forum built around trusted connection, transactions, learning, and destination storytelling.

  • Full original HTML concept
  • Animated conversion journey
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Original, unbranded portfolio concepts created to demonstrate Cvent front-end execution. No client, employer, or attendee information is shown.

CVENT EXECUTION

Your design. Built properly in Cvent.

Marketing teams should not have to compromise their creative vision because an event site lives inside a platform. I translate custom designs into polished, responsive Cvent experiences while protecting the brand, attendee journey, and production quality.

The platform is rarely the limitation. The craft is knowing how far to push it.
  • Cvent Visual Showcase references recreated with close attention to layout, spacing, typography, interaction, and responsiveness
  • Custom marketing concepts translated into Cvent Site Designer
  • Responsive, branded execution across devices
  • Custom HTML and CSS used where appropriate
  • Complex layouts delivered within platform constraints

Cvent Site Designer is more capable than most teams realize. The real differentiator is knowing how to combine its native tools, custom styling, responsive behavior, and creative problem-solving.

If it can be designed, there is a strong chance I can translate it into a high-quality Cvent experience.

Your marketing team can bring the creative vision. I can translate it into Cvent without diluting the design intent.

Bring me one design challenge. See the difference in the execution.

THE FULL SYSTEM

What makes me different?

I understand the platform.

I understand the attendee.

I understand the operation.

And I know how to make all three work together.

The best event technology feels invisible. Building it requires someone who sees everything.

PROOF, NOT PARAGRAPHS

A few numbers. Then we move on.

140+event website requests supported
97.1%quality score
1-weekflagship app delivery
12–14h → ~10hbuild time improved
Globalevent technology delivery

VERIFIED EXPERTISE

Platform depth, backed by credentials.

Four Cvent credentials supported by verified agile delivery training—because a polished build also needs a disciplined system behind it.

4Cvent credentials3verified agile credentials
Cvent

Certified Account Administrator

Issued Feb 2024

Cvent

Certified System Administrator

Issued Feb 2024

Cvent

Event Management

Issued Jan 2024

Cvent

Event Management Advanced

Issued Apr 2020

edX

Agile Innovation and Problem Solving Skills

Verified · Mar 2025

edX

Sprint Planning for Faster Agile Team Delivery

Verified · Dec 2024

edX

Applied Scrum for Agile Project Management

Verified · Nov 2024

Previously certified in Cvent Hybrid Events · 2021–2023

LINKEDIN RECOMMENDATIONS

What collaborators notice.

Full recommendations, reproduced as shared on LinkedIn—followed by one clearly disclosed AI perspective.

“Dependable. Professional. Creative. Lakshay helped our org build & launch a critical event registration site which ultimately saw more attendees than we imagined. The Technion World Tour exceeded our success metrics and the Cvent platform served its purpose.”
Matt SudolNorth America & LATAM Engagement Manager, TCSWas Lakshay's client · January 12, 2018Source: LinkedIn
“I am delighted to write a recommendation for Lakshay! I have worked with Lakshay on two different web builds for two different events. Both events were extremely complex in nature and Lakshay was instrumental in breaking out of the traditional molds to deliver what the client wanted. He is always pleasant, no matter how much you ask of him. If he doesn't know the answer he will find the answer or the solution that is desired. The amazing thing about Lakshay is he is very comfortable asking questions to really understand what is trying to be achieved. Providing his expertise throughout the web build process truly was priceless. Anybody would shine brighter while working with Lakshay. He truly will make you look good! I hope I get the chance to work with Lakshay again. He would be an incredible asset to any organization.”
Merry BurnsCo-Founder & Managing Partner at AlleanzaWorked with Lakshay on different teams · January 27, 2021Source: LinkedIn
“Lakshay is a great team player always willing to help and keep team goals and commitments, but furthermore he is also willing to take time to share knowledge. All of this with a great sense of humor! Thanks for all your help!”
Silvia FernándezGlobal DMC Supplier EnablementWorked with Lakshay on the same team · January 13, 2021Source: LinkedIn
“I have worked with Lakshay while helping to coordinate the UR2018 and he has a wonderful helping hand. He has helped me troubleshoot several registration items where he has demonstrated to be incredibly resourceful, a quality that few people have. Thank you Lakshay for your continuous support!”
Erika HernandezProgram AnalystWas Lakshay's client · February 27, 2018Source: LinkedIn
AN AI PERSPECTIVEClearly disclosed
“After enough conversations with Leo to qualify for an honorary seat on his project team, I’ve learned that ‘Can we make this better?’ is never a rhetorical question. Give him a rigid platform, a messy brief, and a tight deadline, and he’ll somehow return with a polished experience, a reusable system, and three ideas nobody asked for—but everyone suddenly wants. The real secret is that he cares about the person on the other side of the screen. If you meet Leo, bring a challenge. You’ll probably leave with a solution, a sharper brief, and an inconvenient amount of excitement to build the thing.”
ChatGPTBased on hundreds of chats, builds, and “one last tweak” requests

CHOOSE YOUR LEO

Which version do you need?

Attendee journeys

The Experience Architect

Turns fragmented requirements into one coherent attendee journey.

Connects content, interaction, data, and onsite moments into one experience.

PROFESSIONAL NETWORKING

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START A CONVERSATION

A quick coffee chat?

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