ALEXANDRA DEAN
Charlotte,NC
Summary
Highly organized and detail-oriented event planning professional, driven to exceed expectations. Proven ability to successfully plan, coordinate, manage, and execute events, resulting in client & vendor referrals, in addition to being added to venues' preferred planner lists.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
WEDDING & EVENT PLANNER
Lisa Pleasant Events
01.2021 - Current
- Develop detailed event timelines and schedules for all participating parties
- Create & manage detailed event budgets ranging from $10,000-$250,000+, negotiating contracts, and securing vendors
- Supervise the set up of decor & equipment such as flowers, staging, lighting, seating, on-site prior to event start time
- Coordinate the selection of venues, catering services, entertainment, transportation, and other various vendors
- Provide expertise & ideas for design, layout, color scheme, as well as creative solutions to challenges faced during the course of event planning process
- Maintain accurate records of expenditures related to each event including invoices from vendors
- Manage event planning execution using strong attention to detail and communication skills
- Research & assist client in securing venue
REAL ESTATE BROKER
Northstar Real Estate
12.2020 - 08.2021
- Oversaw communication & documentation involved in the real estate transaction process, from contract to close
- Collaborated closely with agents, lenders, appraisers, and title companies during closing processes
SALES ASSOCIATE
Copper Penny
05.2019 - 08.2020
- Performed sales floor work, such as greeting and assisting customers, stocking shelves, racks, and taking inventory
- Executed visual merchandising duties such as window displays and mannequin styling
Education
Bachelor of Science - FASHION MERCHANDISING, BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
University of South Carolina
05.2020
Skills
- Event logistics
- Budget management
- Strategic planning
- Vendor management
- Vendor sourcing
- Relationship building
- Planning and organization
- Client relationship development
Timeline
WEDDING & EVENT PLANNER
Lisa Pleasant Events
01.2021 - Current
REAL ESTATE BROKER
Northstar Real Estate
12.2020 - 08.2021
SALES ASSOCIATE
Copper Penny
05.2019 - 08.2020
Bachelor of Science - FASHION MERCHANDISING, BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
University of South Carolina
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