Highly organized and detail-oriented professional passionate about executing exceptional events that achieve established goals. Experience with planning, budgeting and coordinating wide variety of both small-scale and large-scale events. Strong communicator and negotiator able to foster relationships with key stakeholders and vendors.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager, Events Coordinator & Sales Rep
Sly Clyde Ciderworks
08.2018 - Current
Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
Developed and implemented sales strategies to increase profits.
Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
Generated new leads through networking and attending industry events.
Engaged in friendly conversation with customer to better uncover individual needs.
Supervised staff during events and maintained efficient performance.
Negotiated favorable agreements with vendors and facilities to keep costs low and fulfill contract budget requirements.
Facilitated communication between internal events personnel and external vendors to quickly resolve any conflicts or concerns.
Resolved issues with service providers and inventory vendors to produce smooth events.
Organized and implemented large scale events with as many as 1,200 guests.
Coordinated schedules and timelines for events.
Handled customer relations issues, enabling quick resolution, and client satisfaction.
Maintained relationships with customers and found new ones by identifying needs and offering appropriate services.
Developed and maintained comprehensive understanding of products, services and competitors to enhance sales presentations.
Bartender & Catering Sales
Pour Girls Bar
05.2020 - 06.2022
Menu design and kitchen specials
Helped with all HR related forms (handbook, write up sheets, opening and closing paperwork)
Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
Handled simultaneous customer, team, and business needs while avoiding unnecessary delays or errors.
Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.
Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
Collaborated with clients to confirm event details such as setup logistics, decorations and food and beverage selections to fulfill client requests.
Organized corporate meetings, special events and social occasions to satisfy client requirements and increase facility revenues.
Determined facility, services and staffing needs to establish framework for successful event execution.
Increased bookings by 60 %.
Administrative Supervisor
Mercury Property Management
10.2017 - 05.2019
Handled tenant complaints promptly and appropriately, calling in repairmen, and other support services.
Completed final move-out walk-throughs with tenants to identify required repairs.
Followed up on delinquent tenants and coordinated collection procedures.
Handled all legal actions & court appearances.
Introduced prospective tenants to types of units available and performed tours of premises.
Verified income, assets, and expenses, and completed file tracking sheet for each applicant.
Coordinated with legal counsel to resolve tenant disputes.
Maintained sufficient number of units market-ready for lease.
Developed and implemented marketing strategies to increase occupancy rates.
Administered operations to handle needs of more than 1500 tenants across 650 property units.
Collected and maintained careful records of rental payments and payment dates.
Monitored and tracked payments and expenses, providing timely and accurate financial reports.
Coordinated appointments to show marketed properties.
Coordinated all maintenance scheduling.
Increased tenant engagement through social media.
Monitored online presence of company's brand to engage with users and strengthen customer relationships.
Developed and managed content calendars for each platform to establish timely and relevant posts.
Designed and implemented social media strategies to align with business goals.
Professional Nanny
Jimmy & Ashley Haines
10.2014 - 10.2017
Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.
Monitored schedules to maintain sleeping, eating, and school schedules for children.
Supported children in play activities, meals, and snacks, hygiene and socialization.
Developed games and activities using arts and crafts to support learning and verbal skills.
Worked with parents to develop and implement discipline programs to promote positive behavior.
Taught children everyday skills and language.
Managed day-to-day operation of home.
Oversaw personal and professional calendars and coordinated appointments for future events.
Provided general administrative support including scheduling meetings, making travel arrangements and managing documentation.
Displayed absolute discretion at handling confidential information.
Provided multifaceted services to career professionals by running errands, managing mail, scheduling appointments, and arranging transportation.
Waitress
Joes Crab Shack
04.2014 - 10.2014
Remained calm and poised when dealing with difficult customers or during busy shifts.
Kept server areas clean and stocked to increase efficiency while working tables.
Used cash registers and credit card machines to cash out customers.
Greeted new customers, discussed specials, and took drink orders.
Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals, and walk-in business.
Trained new waitstaff on proper food handling, customer service and safety procedures.
Travel Bartender
Private Catering Companies
01.2009 - 01.2014
Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
Handled simultaneous customer, team, and business needs while avoiding unnecessary delays or errors.
Professional Nanny
Dr Kersh
08.2009 - 05.2014
Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.
Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
Monitored schedules to maintain sleeping, eating, and school schedules for children.
Established lasting, professional connections with families and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
Supported children in play activities, meals, and snacks, hygiene and socialization.
Developed games and activities using arts and crafts to support learning and verbal skills.
Worked with parents to develop and implement discipline programs to promote positive behavior.
Taught children everyday skills and language.
Managed day-to-day operation of home.
Oversaw personal and professional calendars and coordinated appointments for future events.
Provided general administrative support including scheduling meetings, making travel arrangements and managing documentation.
Displayed absolute discretion at handling confidential information.
Provided multifaceted services to career professionals by running errands, managing mail, scheduling appointments, and arranging transportation.
Hostess
Mulligans
10.2005 - 08.2009
And Expo at a fast paced Irish pub.
Greeted customers warmly upon arrival and provided friendly and warm presence throughout dining experience.
Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions, and informed of accurate wait times.
Answered customer questions about hours, seating, and menu information.
Supported servers, food runners, and bussers with keeping dining area ready for every guest.
Trained new hostesses on customer service best practices and restaurant policies to maintain high standards of service.