Alyson Bellack
Summary
High-performing Event Manager with a decade of experience and a proven track record of successful domestic projects. Skilled in relationship-building and retention, with a diverse network of service providers to ensure optimal quality for clients. Excited to bring talent, creativity, and leadership.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Freelance Events Manager
New York
01.2023 - Current
- Managed administrative logistics for events planning, booking, and promotions.
- Delivered exceptional customer service to attendees, addressing concerns promptly and professionally
- Established strong relationships with vendors, ensuring optimal pricing and event service quality.
Catering and Events Manager
Restaurant Associates / SaksWorks
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Booked, created, planned, and executed all social and corporate functions in alignment with their innovative approach to dining
- Directed a team, developed unique menus alongside the chef, and created distinctive events
- Coordinated with catering staff to deliver food services for special events and functions
- Negotiated contracts with clients, ensuring mutually beneficial terms for both parties involved
- Successfully managed multiple simultaneous events without compromising quality or exceeding budget constraints
- Enhanced client satisfaction by meticulously planning and executing high-quality catering events.
Account Manager
The Chef's Warehouse
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Developed and maintained strong client relationships, resulting in high customer retention and satisfaction.
- Actively engaged in networking events within the industry, expanding professional connections and generating leads
- Cultivated long-term relationships with key stakeholders in designated accounts to build trust and loyalty among customers.
- Maintained current knowledge of evolving changes in the marketplace.
Event Manager
ESquared Hospitality, The Ritz-Carlton
White Plains, NY
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Managed budgets and negotiated contracts with vendors, ensuring cost-effective event execution
- Managed administrative logistics of events planning, event booking, and event promotions
- Established relationships with key stakeholders, fostering long-term partnerships for future collaborations
- Developed marketing materials and promotional campaigns to maximize event attendance and visibility.
Director of Catering and Events
Somers Pointe Country Club
Somers, NY
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Achieved 80% close rate with repeat business and consistently met or exceeded sales goals
- Increased clientele and generated interest resulting in sales growth of 500% over six months
- Implemented innovative targeted presentation techniques to showcase food offerings in an appealing manner, attracting new clients and increasing revenue
- Led all aspects of banquet sales and catering operations, including event management, client services, staffing, purchasing, inventory, vendor relations, and marketing
- Consistently delivered high quality service to meet and exceed client expectations.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Long Island University
Bachelor of Science - Food Science and Nutrition
Long Island University
Skills
- VenueBook
- Adobe InDesign
- MS Office
Certification
Registered Dietitian
Timeline
Freelance Events Manager
01.2023 - Current
Catering and Events Manager
Restaurant Associates / SaksWorks
01.2022 - 01.2023
Account Manager
The Chef's Warehouse
01.2020 - 01.2022
Event Manager
ESquared Hospitality, The Ritz-Carlton
01.2018 - 01.2020
Director of Catering and Events
Somers Pointe Country Club
01.2016 - 01.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Long Island University
Bachelor of Science - Food Science and Nutrition
Long Island University