Ciara J. Connolly
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09 · Amgen · Groundbreaking & Ribbon-Cutting · 2025

Amgen Groundbreaking & Ribbon-Cutting

Holly Springs, NC · following an original groundbreaking produced in 2022

Overview

Produced a double-header groundbreaking and ribbon-cutting for Amgen in Holly Springs, NC, marking their offices and a new on-site office building, following an original groundbreaking produced for Amgen in 2022.

  • Brought patients on site to share their patient stories and the importance of Amgen's work, hosted with white-glove treatment.
  • Flew in global Amgen leadership for the event.
  • Hosted a media breakfast and staged a large on-site marquee for press, media, and refreshments.
  • Directed a speaker program alongside two dedicated photo moments — the ribbon-cutting and the groundbreaking with branded shovels.
  • Closed with guided tours of the plant for attendees.
  • Partnered with Amgen's marketing and communications team on all creative and the surrounding marketing communications plan, including filming, photography, drone footage, and interviews, edited into one cohesive package.
  • Created and implemented a full risk-assessment plan for the event.
  • Worked with stakeholders to align on event goals, objectives, and strategy from the outset.
  • Led the event from concept through completion using in-depth project management.

From the event

Amgen Groundbreaking & Ribbon-Cutting — photo 1Amgen Groundbreaking & Ribbon-Cutting — photo 2Amgen Groundbreaking & Ribbon-Cutting — photo 3