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Alissa Pringle

ST FRANCIS,MN

Summary

Personable Events Coordinator with solid experience in both volunteer and professional event planning and implementation seeking meaningful full-time employment. Demonstrates high standard of excellence and the attention to detail necessary to host quality events. Confident in administrative skills and able to provide necessary support to keep department operating efficiently. Capable of managing both in-person and virtual events.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Program Assistant

Breath of Life Adult Day Services
Brainerd, MN
08.2013 - 02.2020

Provided a mix of paid employment and volunteer work to include:

  • Created weekly activity calendars outlining upcoming events.
  • Assisted with the daily operations of the facility by setting up tables and chairs, preparing materials for programs, implementing programs and cleaning up after events.
  • Recruited volunteers to come and share their knowledge, skills and abilities with participants through enriching activities.
  • Created and coordinated successful tea fundraiser with silent auction to raise operating funds for organization.

Program Director

Pathways Outdoor Ministry
Bemidji, MN
05.1999 - 08.2002
  • Supported marketing efforts by meeting with vendors and developing promotional materials.
  • Ensured compliance with organizational standards and applicable laws and regulations.
  • Organized and facilitated both programmed and rental events for our constituents.
  • Established relationships with constituents to build trust in the organization's mission.
  • Developed and printed materials for use in promotions and programs.
  • Recruited seasonal staff, travelling to several universities, interviewing, doing background checks and hiring for summer staff at three sites.

Conference Services Assistant

Lutheran Bible Institute
Issaquah, WA
1993 - 1994
  • Ensured facilities were clean and set up for conferences including having media requirements ready for group.
  • Hosted guest groups providing customer service throughout events.
  • Conferred with kitchen staff to ensure culinary requirements were met throughout each event.
  • Collected and documented evaluation feedback left by conference attendees.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Geography; Parks & Recreation Planning

Bemidji State University
Bemidji, MN
05-2001

Skills

  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Creative Problem-Solving
  • Staff Support
  • Event Coordination

Affiliations

  • 4 years on decorating and hospitality committee for North Central District Women's Fall Retreat.
  • 5 years active as parent volunteer to the Crow Wing County 4H Poultry Club.
  • 12 years hosting a table at tea events for Someplace Safe shelter program for domestic abuse in Fergus Falls, MN.
  • Kayak enthusiast.

Timeline

Program Assistant

Breath of Life Adult Day Services
08.2013 - 02.2020

Program Director

Pathways Outdoor Ministry
05.1999 - 08.2002

Conference Services Assistant

Lutheran Bible Institute
1993 - 1994

Bachelor of Science - Geography; Parks & Recreation Planning

Bemidji State University
Alissa Pringle