Ann Totty
Gum Spring,VA
Summary
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
35
35
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Design & Event Planner
Xtraordinary Design & Event Planning
03.2020 - Current
- Performed event coordination for larger parties and gatherings.
- Increased event attendance by developing strategic marketing campaigns and engaging promotional materials.
- Streamlined event registration processes, enhancing attendee experience and improving overall efficiency.
- Corresponded with clients to answer questions and resolve issues.
- Managed event logistics and operations.
- Established working relationships with clients by organizing various events.
- Developed tailored event plans to meet client objectives, ensuring seamless execution and positive guest experiences.
- Leveraged social media platforms to create buzz around events, driving awareness and interest among target audiences.
Facilities Manager/ Wedding Designer/Event Planner
Amber Grove
07.2018 - Current
- Organized and executed large-scale events with meticulous attention to detail and creativity.
- Cultivated lasting relationships with clients by providing exceptional customer service and personalized experiences.
- Coordinated with vendors to ensure seamless execution of services and products for events.
- Managed facilities to ensure optimal functionality and attractiveness for events.
- Designed and implemented visually appealing decor themes that enhanced event ambiance.
- Evaluated facility operations and personnel for safety and health regulations compliance.
- Supervised staff in day-to-day activities.
- Controlled expenses to meet budget requirements.
- Conducted regular inspections of physical assets, identifying areas for repair or replacement before issues escalated into costly problems.
- Drove continuous improvement of processes and systems operation.
- Oversaw facility renovations, ensuring ADA compliance and adherence to local building codes.
- Managed vendor relationships for cost-effective services, ensuring quality and timely completion of projects.
- Achieved cost savings through negotiating service contracts, leveraging long-term relationships with trusted suppliers.
- Investigated problems and determined appropriate remedies.
- Responded to building emergencies and managed repairs.
- Coordinated events setup and teardown effectively, ensuring minimal disruption to regular facility operations.
- Maintained facility grounds, equipment, and safety compliance.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors to obtain favorable and cost-effective terms and conditions.
- Oversaw all aspects of equipment installation, maintenance, and repair for both internal and external services.
Mortgage Consultant & Branch Manager
Movement Mortgage, LLC
01.1991 - 04.2016
- One of Original Four team players that helped create what is now one of the most Recognized fastest growing Mortgage Banks in the country
- Developed and Maintained business relationships with Realtors, Builders, and Investors to create Referral partners
- Successfully Managed a Marketing Service Agreement with RE/Max Realty Specialist and Roy Wheeler Realty
- Developed processes and Implemented Consistent Marketing Strategies within the Realty Companies that resulted in much success with referral business and resulted in impressive market share percentages
- Facilitate homeownership programs and seminars along with marketing strategies to deepen mortgage relationships with current clients and potential referral partners
- Comply with Regulations B,X, and Z regarding completion of required disclosures per Federal and State guidelines
- Achieved monthly production goals for Branch and Recognized for Outstanding Performance with relation to number of days in processing to Clear to Close
- Achieved and maintained a satisfactory audit rating audit on existing Marketing Services Agreements under my direct management
- Counsel Potential Homebuyers on Managing Credit, Eligible Mortgage Loan Options, Application Process, and all documents that are reviewed and examined for accuracy and compliance
Education
Diploma -
Amelia County High School
Amelia VaLeadership Development
North Lake College
Skills
- Attention To Detail
- Compliance
- Cross Selling
- Customer Retention
- Customer Service
- Disclosures
- Event Planning
- Facility Management
- Highly Organized
- Hospitality
- Leadership Development
- Microsoft Excel
- Mortgage Consultant
- MS Office
- Vendor Management
- Wedding designer
- Planning and organization
- On-site execution
- Client relations
- Vendor negotiation
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Social media management
- Vendor sourcing
- Event planning
- Business management
- Event marketing
- Expense tracking
- Event technology
- Problem-solving
- Event setup and breakdown
- Attention to detail
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Events logistics management
- Pricing negotiation
- Verbal and written communication
- Risk management
- Vendor relations
Certification
- Event Planner
- 2024
Timeline
Design & Event Planner
Xtraordinary Design & Event Planning
03.2020 - Current
Facilities Manager/ Wedding Designer/Event Planner
Amber Grove
07.2018 - Current
Mortgage Consultant & Branch Manager
Movement Mortgage, LLC
01.1991 - 04.2016
Leadership Development
North Lake College
Diploma -
Amelia County High School
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