Barrington Clarke
Wedding Coordinator
Asheville,NC
Summary
With over ten years of experience in customer service and human relations, the focus has been on the wedding industry in various roles. Most recently as an Event Planner. Over this time exceptional problem solving and interpersonal skills, thanks to an instrumental scientific background have been developed. This has allowed success in both independent and collaborative work environments. An organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude with a willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
12
12
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Logistics Coordinator and Event Captain
Blue Ridge Event Staffing
Asheville, USA, USA
06.2016 - Current
- Assigned and scheduled work offers to contractors, along with general administrative and data entry tasks.
- Reliably coordinated events with up to 300 guests, with particular attention to detail to ensure success. With this high level of performance, promotion to leadership and administrative positions was achieved.
Wedding Planner
Hidden River Events
09.2021 - 10.2021
- Methodically coordinated weddings and receptions (of around150 guests) through multitasking and liaising with vendors to carry out event as planned or reevaluating arising needs.
- Supervised onsite team of caterers, audio-visual technicians, and facility management team.
- Organized logistics and materials for each meeting, arranged spaces and took detailed notes for later dissemination to key stakeholders
Line Cook
Low Country Shrimper
Mauldin, USA, USA
02.2017 - 03.2017
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy, maximizing customer satisfaction and repeat business. This successful family owned restaurant maintained steady business serving over 200 guests daily.
Customer Care Representative
JPS Co
Port Maria, Jamaica
12.2013 - 02.2021
- Educated customers on utility and account services, while resolving inquiries regarding statement information and service orders.
- Devised progressive paper recycling programs for five regional offices.
- Cultivated improved brand image through clear and genuine service, while helping (daily averages of 70) customers cut costs through active conservation management.
- Maintained accurate and current customer account data with manual forms processing and digital information updates
Bistro Waiter
Inwood Country Club
Inwood, USA
05.2013 - 09.2013
- Shared knowledge of menu items and flavors, enabling club members to make informed decisions.
- Assisted in coordinating event management and set up.
Call Center Agent
Sutherland Global
Mona, Jamaica
03.2013 - 05.2013
- Directed and escalated complaints, and grievances to designated departments for investigation and response.
- Performed admirably by surpassing daily quotas (of over 50 calls) while maintaining extensive knowledge of product information, providing knowledgeable responses to various questions for Amazon.
Resident Services Assistant
Rex Nettleford Hall, University Of The West Indies
Mona, Jamaica
12.2011 - 01.2013
- Managed documents by organizing forms, making photocopies, filing records and preparing correspondence.
- Mobilized extensive overhaul of filing storage system.
Retail Associate
Kings Dominion Amusement Park
Doswell, VA
06.2012 - 09.2012
- Dynamically integrated new merchandise to reset zones and execute revised sales initiatives.
- Completed efficient pricing changes for park merchandise.
General Merchandise Clerk
Isle Royale Resort
Isle Royale National Park, USA, MI
06.2011 - 09.2011
- Accrued and maintained knowledge of brand merchandise to promptly respond to customer questions and suggest relevant products and services.
- Accurately managed and inventoried merchandise and reviewed expiration dates to keep items properly rotated.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
University of The West Indies
Mona, Jamaica 08.2010 - 05.2013
Associate of Science - Natural Sciences
Ardenne High School
Kingston, Jamaica 09.2001 - 06.2010
Skills
Training expertise
Customer service skills
Data Entry
Problem-Solving
Event Management
Wedding trends proficiency
Health, hotel and food service regulations
Events logistics management
Interpersonal Communication
Timeline
Wedding Planner
Hidden River Events
09.2021 - 10.2021
Line Cook
Low Country Shrimper
02.2017 - 03.2017
Logistics Coordinator and Event Captain
Blue Ridge Event Staffing
06.2016 - Current
Customer Care Representative
JPS Co
12.2013 - 02.2021
Bistro Waiter
Inwood Country Club
05.2013 - 09.2013
Call Center Agent
Sutherland Global
03.2013 - 05.2013
Retail Associate
Kings Dominion Amusement Park
06.2012 - 09.2012
Resident Services Assistant
Rex Nettleford Hall, University Of The West Indies
12.2011 - 01.2013
General Merchandise Clerk
Isle Royale Resort
06.2011 - 09.2011
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
University of The West Indies
08.2010 - 05.2013
Associate of Science - Natural Sciences
Ardenne High School
09.2001 - 06.2010