Andreja Mezek
Berwyn,USA
Summary
Driven professional with several years of experience in hospitality industry and events planning. Strong customer service, organization and time management skills. Dedicated to providing top-tier service to guests and event attendees.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Conference and Meeting Event Coordinator
National Conference Center for Focolare Movement
Planina, Slovenia
01.2013 - 03.2014
- Coordinated local and international events
- Manage catering teams, transportation logistics and other vendors
- Handle event execution schedule and budget
- Provided administrative support to the executive team, including scheduling meetings and managing calendars.
- Coordinated room bookings, check-ins, and check-outs.
Tour Guide
Cave of Planina
Planina, Slovenia
01.2013 - 03.2014
- Conducted tours in multiple languages (English, Slovenian, Italian, German)
- Provided detailed information to tourists about local attractions and points of interest.
- Ensured visitors had an enjoyable experience by providing interesting facts and stories related to tour sites.
- Managed bookings, reservations and payments for tours.
Director of Faith Formation
Annunciation Catholic Church
Washington, DC
06.2020 - 07.2024
- Led and managed faith formation programs for a diverse community
- Developed and implemented educational curricula and activities
- Coordinated events and workshops to enhance community engagement
- Supervised and mentored a team of faith formation assistants
- Fostered relationships with community leaders and stakeholders
- Developed and implemented a comprehensive plan for faith formation that included a variety of programs and activities.
- Coordinated with church staff, volunteers, pastors, and other community leaders to plan meaningful worship services and special events.
Faith Formation Assistant
Annunciation Catholic Church
Washington, DC
01.2017 - 05.2020
- Coordinate lunch and dinner events for executives and vendors
- Handle audio-visual requests for internal conferences and town halls
- Manage event registration and email signups
- Assisted in the planning and execution of faith formation programs
- Supported the development of educational materials and resources
- Facilitated group discussions and activities
- Provided administrative support and maintained records
- Collaborated with team members to ensure program success
Conference and Meeting Event Coordinator
National Conference Center for Focolare Movement
Hyde Park, USA
03.2014 - 01.2016
- Managed administrative tasks for the retreat center
- Coordinate conferences, meetings, wedding and other party events
- Manage catering teams, transportation logistics and other vendors
- Handle event execution schedule and budget
- Oversaw food and beverage services
Education
Certification in Early Childhood Education - Education
Ljudska Univerza Skofja Loka
Slovenia07-2014
Courses in Theology, Ethics, Sociology, and Inter-Religious Dialogue - Theology, Ethics, Sociology, Inter-Religious Dialogue
International Institute of Social Sciences
Loppiano, Florence, Italy12-2010
Bachelor of Science - Hospitality Management
Higher Vocational College For Hospitality, Wellnes
Bled, Slovenia06-2007
Skills
- Event Coordination
- Team Leadership
- Communication
- Catering and events
- Transportation management
- Creativity
- Customer Service
- Administrative Support
Languages
- English (Fluent)
- Slovenian (Fluent)
- Italian (Fluent)
- German (Fluent)
- Croatian (Fluent)
- Serbian (Fluent)
Languages
English
Professional
Slovenian
Professional
Italian
Professional
Croatian
Professional
German
Limited
Spanish
Elementary
Affiliations
• table tennis coach
• Walking, cycling, table tennis, painting, singing.
• Driving license Class D
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Director of Faith Formation
Annunciation Catholic Church
06.2020 - 07.2024
Faith Formation Assistant
Annunciation Catholic Church
01.2017 - 05.2020
Conference and Meeting Event Coordinator
National Conference Center for Focolare Movement
03.2014 - 01.2016
Conference and Meeting Event Coordinator
National Conference Center for Focolare Movement
01.2013 - 03.2014
Tour Guide
Cave of Planina
01.2013 - 03.2014
Certification in Early Childhood Education - Education
Ljudska Univerza Skofja Loka
Courses in Theology, Ethics, Sociology, and Inter-Religious Dialogue - Theology, Ethics, Sociology, Inter-Religious Dialogue
International Institute of Social Sciences
Bachelor of Science - Hospitality Management
Higher Vocational College For Hospitality, Wellnes
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