Alyssa Stein
Columbia,SC
Summary
Organized Special Events Manager experienced in coordinating and executing large- and small-scale events. Build rapport with clients and external vendors to foster seamless collaboration and execute exceptional event experiences while exceeding revenue goals and hitting record breaking milestones.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Events Manager
Columbia Fireflies
Columbia, SC
01.2021 - Current
- Developed and implemented comprehensive event plans, including budgets, venues, vendors, staff requirements, and timelines.
- Managed all aspects of event logistics including setup and breakdown of the venue space.
- Supervised staff members during set-up and execution of events to ensure compliance with established standards.
- Monitored expenses related to special events in order to stay within budget parameters.
- Responded promptly to inquiries from potential clients regarding availability dates and pricing information.
- Managed safe and smooth food delivery at banquets, conferences and social events.
- Analyzed market trends and competitor deals for attractive proposal preparation.
- Coordinated with vendors to ensure timely delivery of materials needed for events.
- Provided customer service support during events, ensuring guests had a positive experience.
- Facilitated communication between various departments before, during, and after an event.
- Set up and tore down equipment for large scale events, including walks, fundraising galas, conferences and graduations.
- Managed inventory of supplies and equipment used in the execution of events.
- Maintained records pertaining to expenses, invoices, payments., related to events.
- Selected catering services for different types of events, balancing cost, menu and term options against client demands.
- Drove growth in event management business by continuously researching and implementing improved strategies to exceed client expectations.
- Identified areas where operational efficiency could be improved in order to reduce costs or increase revenue generation opportunities.
- Prepared reports on occupancy levels, revenue generation, customer feedback surveys.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Hospitality, Retail And Sports Management
University of South Carolina - Columbia
Columbia, SC08-2020
Skills
- Revenue Generation
- Client Relations
- Catering Coordination
- Contract Negotiation
- Analytical Thinking
- Event Budgeting
- Event Calendar Management
- Continuous Improvement
- Problem-Solving Abilities
- Operations Oversight
- Vendor Relations
- Task Prioritization
- Pricing Negotiation
Timeline
Special Events Manager
Columbia Fireflies
01.2021 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Hospitality, Retail And Sports Management
University of South Carolina - Columbia