Carolyn Smith

Carolyn (Caz) Smith serves as the Head of Festivals & Major Events at Frankston City Council since March 2023, overseeing the planning and execution of events that enhance Frankston's status as an Arts and Culture destination. Prior to this role, Carolyn held various leadership positions at Melbourne & Olympic Parks, managing significant client relationships and strategic initiatives for the Australian Open from September 2013 to January 2023. With a strong background in event management, Carolyn has successfully orchestrated mass participation events with Sole Motive and managed operations for large scale charitable events with CauseForce. Carolyn's career also includes roles in business development and marketing with notable organizations such as Coca Cola Amatil and Carlton & United Breweries, along with substantial experience in event coordination from the Royal Agricultural Society of Victoria to the Melbourne 2006 Commonwealth Games Corporation. Carolyn's educational pursuits span various certifications in mental health, crowd safety, and business management, demonstrating a commitment to professional growth in the events industry.