Ashleigh Goodwin
Williamsburg,VA
Summary
Detail-oriented and compassionate professional with a strong background in Certified Foster Parenting, Family Childcare Provider within the United States Marine Corps, and personal experience navigating the Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP). Proven ability to deliver high-quality support services with a focus on accuracy and individualized care. Experienced in advocating for families, coordinating resources, and creating inclusive environments that address diverse needs. Known for a high degree of organization, attention to detail, and commitment to empowering military families through expert guidance and tailored support. Passionate about enhancing the quality of life for families and driving positive outcomes.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Event Manager
DoubleTree by Hilton Williamsburg
11.2023 - Current
- Managed budgets and negotiated contracts with vendors, ensuring cost-effective event execution.
- Streamlined event planning processes by implementing efficient project management strategies.
- Implemented innovative event themes and designs to create memorable experiences for attendees.
- Managed administrative logistics of events planning, event booking, and event promotions.
- Established relationships with key stakeholders, fostering long-term partnerships for future collaborations.
- Increased client satisfaction by consistently delivering well-executed events within budget constraints.
- Coordinated large-scale conferences for industry professionals, resulting in increased networking opportunities.
- Oversaw logistics for multi-day events, including accommodations, transportation, and scheduling.
- Conducted post-event evaluations to identify areas for improvement and implement necessary changes in future planning efforts.
- Increased sales revenue by developing and implementing effective sales strategies.
- Consistently met or exceeded quarterly sales targets through diligent effort and persistence in closing deals.
Program Coordinator- Remote
Sunshine Designs & More, LLC
02.2021 - 03.2023
- Developed and maintained relationships with external partners to facilitate program operations.
- Scheduled and supervised virtual staff meetings to discuss new ideas and update participants on program details and milestones.
- Collaborated with other program coordinators to achieve consistency in program objectives and services.
- Organized and managed program development from conception through successful execution.
- Monitored programming trends to keep content relevant and up-to-date.
- Developed proposals and operational plans within assigned area.
- Implemented protocols and procedures to effectively manage planning process.
Owner
Ashleigh Nicole Events and Crafts, LLC
09.2020 - 01.2023
- Managed administrative logistics of events planning, event booking, and event promotions.
- Created and maintained event expenditures, budgets and timelines in job-related software.
- Managed event logistics and operations.
- Brainstormed and implemented creative event concepts and themes.
- Coordinated schedules and timelines for events.
- Evaluated and selected service providers and vendors according to customer requirements.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Created cost-effective event budgets by researching and comparing available vendors and locations.
- Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts and costs.
- Fulfilled customer shipping needs by completing all purchase orders and customer invoices.
- Developed creative themes for events and created related activities to engage attendees.
- Promoted business via social media to generate leads and maximize brand identity.
- Provided elite customer service by resolving escalated problems and calmly responding to shifting priorities.
- Assessed supplier quality to maintain tight cost controls and maximize business operational performance.
Certified Foster Parent
Koinonia Family Services
01.2018 - 02.2020
- Maintained open communication with caseworkers and support teams to ensure that the needs of each child were being met effectively.
- Managed daily routines and schedules, fostering consistency and stability in the lives of foster children.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices in foster care provision.
- Cared for medically fragile children in need of extensive support.
- Maintained accurate records of foster children''s progress, including medical appointments, medications, school achievements, and behavioral issues.
- Collaborated with caseworkers and support teams to ensure proper care for each individual child.
Family Childcare Provider (FCC)
United States Marine Corps
10.2011 - 09.2013
- Licensed Family Child Care Provider (FCC Provider) for The United States Armed Forces.
- Prepared group activities to enhance socialization, communication and problem-solving skills.
- Created safe and engaging learning environment for groups of diverse children with various learning styles.
- Maintained effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play and instruction
- Met with parents about daily activities, positive developments and issues.
- Planned and guided age-appropriate tasks like reading, crafts and curriculum.
- Added daily log information to permanent records outlining observations, meals and any medications administered for acute or chronic conditions.
- Taught children across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
Skills
- Event Logistics Management
- Vendor Coordination
- Project Management
- Special Event Planning
- Creativity and Adaptability
- Corporate Events Planning
- Microsoft Office
- Oversee Program Operations
- Client Relationship Management
- Sales expertise
- Delphi programming expertise
- Salesforce proficiency
- Verbal and written communication
- Client advocacy
- Attention to detail
- Child development expertise
Education
- Gordon State College, Barnesville, GA
- Georgia Perimeter College, Decatur, GA
- Trendimi- Wedding Planner - Certificate of Completion with Distinction
Publications
- Mingle Magazine- Summer 2016 (Volume 6 - Issue 3)
- Everyday Party Magazine- Winter 2015 (Volume 3 - Issue 4)
Timeline
Event Manager
DoubleTree by Hilton Williamsburg
11.2023 - Current
Program Coordinator- Remote
Sunshine Designs & More, LLC
02.2021 - 03.2023
Owner
Ashleigh Nicole Events and Crafts, LLC
09.2020 - 01.2023
Certified Foster Parent
Koinonia Family Services
01.2018 - 02.2020
Family Childcare Provider (FCC)
United States Marine Corps
10.2011 - 09.2013
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