Gina De Franco

Established and manage an “A-list” public relations company with a focus on high profile shows and concert producing . We also produce brand publicity. Defranco is CEO of International Luxury Media. Oversees, NYC, LA, Cannes( Monaco). Produced live events in NYC, LA ,Miami , Cannes,Monaco, Austin, Muscat, London,Geneva/Caribbean. Fundraiser : 1.5 Million raised for Prince's Trust -Publicity specialists for 5 & 6 star hotels and hospitality groups. Raffles, Hotel De Paris, Fairmont Group. -In charge of positioning hospitality ,luxury brands and NGO's in the market with second party alliances that insure brand continuity and elevate recognition. Created and produced the Better World Awards from 2000-2017. Honorees & presenters: HRH Prince Albert II de Monaco, Eva Longoria, Julian Lennon, Bryan Ferry, Earth Wind &B Fire Kweku Mandela, Ky-Mani Marley, Boris Becker ,Elie Saab. • A- Z produce high-profile, large-scale events & Grammy artists concerts • Develop a strategy and define key marketing initiatives to promote VIP event ticket sales, through online marketing. • Lead full business development, client acquisition, event planning, and communication programs, P and L financial reporting, budget analysis • Orchestrate all aspects of events in alignment with attendance, production, sponsors, legal, and budgetary objectives while leveraging content to build a brand • Leverage extensive international network to acquire press worthy attendees • Direct cross-functional teams: A&E, finance, brand marketing and outside vendors Nonprofit development: Develop and grow a portfolio of donor prospects; manage annual giving campaign; cultivate major donor support; Develop and manage Board fundraising capacity; Develop and implement solicitation strategies for major donor prospects; Marketing and working with manufacturers to achieve cohesive message and product development: Beaute: Clive Christian"​ The most expensive perfume in the world."​