Allesha Whitson
Wrentham,MA
Summary
Client-focused Event Manager & Wedding Planner focused on translating visions into one-of-a-kind events. Expert in all facets of event planning with success in controlling costs through strategic negotiations with vendors, suppliers and venues. Committed to going the extra mile to make clients wishes come true.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Event Manager
Groove Events and Entertainment
10.2023 - Current
- Managed budgets and negotiated contracts with vendors across a 6 state region, ensuring cost-effective event execution.
- Streamlined event planning processes by implementing efficient project management strategies.
- Implemented innovative event themes and designs to create memorable experiences for attendees.
- Managed administrative logistics of events planning, event booking, and event promotions.
Wedding Planner
Ever After Weddings
10.2023 - Current
- Facilitated smooth communication between clients and vendors, fostering trust and positive working relationships.
- Implemented creative solutions to last-minute challenges or changes, maintaining client satisfaction during high-pressure situations.
- Oversaw setup and teardown procedures at venues while managing staff responsibilities during events.
- Created and designed tailor-made wedding plans to maximize client budget, keep client happy and cultivate referrals.
Head of Wedding Planning & Coordination
B. Remembered Events
04.2022 - Current
- Created and designed tailor-made wedding plans to maximize client budget, keep client happy and cultivate referrals for 110 weddings in 18 months.
- Conducted initial consultation with clients to discuss wedding details, venue options and other logistics to understand vision and budget.
- Directed pace of wedding and reception through multitasking and liaising with vendors to carry out event as planned with little or no deviations.
- Negotiated prices with suppliers, inspected venues and selected vendors to meet couple expectations.
- Liaised between wedding venues, vendors and engaged couple to help plan and deliver successful event.
- Developed and adhered to timelines to keep ceremony and reception running smoothly.
- Handled customer service inquiries and complaints and immediately resolved issues to guest satisfaction.
- Worked closely with clients to develop personalized wedding plan that fit within budget.
- Oversaw setup and breakdown of wedding decorations and supplies.
- Organized logistics and prioritized tasks for small to large-scale weddings.
- Scheduled appointments with potential clients to discuss wedding plans.
- Coordinated with vendors in securing necessary supplies and services for wedding.
- Supervised personnel and directed in wedding task administration and completion.
- Completed final reviews of ceremony and banquet area setups to resolve last-minute issues.
- Helped bridal couple select wedding decorations and floral arrangements, menus and music.
- Established and managed communications with vendors, confirming service and supply delivery.
- Assisted with vendor contracts, negotiating rates and terms with wedding suppliers.
Restaurant Hostess
Big Night Entertainment
11.2020 - 03.2021
- Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions, and informed of accurate wait times.
- Managed seating chart and monitored activity in restaurant to keep constant and efficient dining flow.
- Supported servers, food runners, and bussers with keeping dining area ready for every guest.
- Answered customer questions about hours, seating, and menu information.
- Cultivated positive guest relations by managing information and orchestrating speedy seating.
- Assisted FOH and BOH staff to drive smooth service execution and maximize guest satisfaction.
Event Planner
AC Event Planning
09.2011 - 01.2019
- Coordinated schedules and timelines for events.
- Coordinated with participating vendors during event planning.
- Managed event logistics and operations.
- Performed event coordination for larger parties and gatherings.
- Performed face-to-face meetings to finalize contract for services and event details.
- Supervised helpers and co-workers.
- Brainstormed and implemented creative event concepts and themes.
- Coordinated florists, photographers, and musicians for events.
- Reviewed event bills to confirm accuracy and approve payment.
Public Health Technician
United States Air Force
01.2009 - 08.2016
- Built positive strategic relationships with key decision-makers to support health strategies and initiatives.
- Evaluated program effectiveness to develop improved methods and processes.
- Educated health care providers on prevention of disease and health promotion.
- Recorded and analyzed data to produce reports of results.
- Investigated potential and existing health issues of public to protect people from environmental and other hazardous diseases.
- Supervised and monitored health surveillance activities.
- Monitored workplace activities to determine compliance with safety regulations and standards.
- Conducted safety audits and inspections to identify workplace hazards and deficiencies.
- Investigated incidents, determining root causes and implementing corrective actions.
- Educated employees on hazardous waste management, emergency response and safe work practices.
- Delivered educational presentations at health fairs, schools, community-based organizations and local, state and national conferences.
- Conducted field investigative activities to locate and refer for examination people suspected of having specific diseases.
- Communicated with patients, ensuring that medical information was kept private.
- Administered audiometric tests to evaluate extent of impairment in patients.
Education
Associate of Arts - Liberal Studies
Framingham State University
Framingham, MA05.2022
Certificate - Event Planning Entrepreneur
Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Indiana, PA09.2017
Associate of Applied Science - Public Health Technology
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL05.2016
Skills
- Improvement Process
- Budget Administration
- Schedule Management
- Project Requirements
- Vendor Coordination
- Event Design
- Event Operations
Timeline
Event Manager
Groove Events and Entertainment
10.2023 - Current
Wedding Planner
Ever After Weddings
10.2023 - Current
Head of Wedding Planning & Coordination
B. Remembered Events
04.2022 - Current
Restaurant Hostess
Big Night Entertainment
11.2020 - 03.2021
Event Planner
AC Event Planning
09.2011 - 01.2019
Public Health Technician
United States Air Force
01.2009 - 08.2016
Associate of Arts - Liberal Studies
Framingham State University
Certificate - Event Planning Entrepreneur
Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Associate of Applied Science - Public Health Technology
Community College of The Air Force
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