Autumn Dickey
Something Blue Elite Bridal Services
Davenport
2027
years of professional experience
Dynamic professional with extensive experience in event planning and team leadership. Skilled in fostering strong relationships with clients and vendors, ensuring seamless execution of initiatives. Committed to driving organizational success through effective communication and strategic partnerships.
Work History
Event & Fundraising Coordinator
- Planned and executed 17 successful organizational initiatives, including 9 events and 8 fundraisers.
- Raised over $3,000 during the organization's inaugural season.
- Developed partnerships with local businesses, resulting in sponsorship opportunities and long-term collaborations.
- Provide administrative and operational support while coordinating organizational events, fundraising initiatives, and community engagement for six competitive volleyball teams.
- Coordinate communications for athletes, coaches, families, and ownership regarding practices, tournaments, meetings, and organizational events.
- Perform ongoing data entry, participant tracking, fundraising documentation, and operational reporting.
- Supported youth athletes' growth by providing mentorship and leadership training. while fostering leadership, teamwork, accountability, and personal growth.
Owner & Lead Bridal Expert
- Built and managed a successful business serving hundreds of bridal clients throughout Central Florida.
- Oversee daily business operations, including scheduling, contracts, invoicing, payroll coordination, expense reporting, and client communications.
- Develop customized wedding timelines and logistical plans, ensuring seamless event execution.
- Coordinated schedules for artists and vendors during events
- Manage confidential client information, contracts, financial documentation, and database records
- Cultivate long-term relationships with industry professionals, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
Store Retail Manager
- Elevated store performance from 22nd to #1 in the region within six months through strategic leadership, coaching, and operational improvements.
- Streamlined store operations while consistently exceeding sales, productivity, and customer satisfaction goals.
- Led and developed teams of 10–15 employees, coordinating hiring, onboarding, scheduling, training, and performance management to enhance team effectiveness.
- Generated executive sales reports for regional leadership across United States and Canada to inform strategic decision-making.
- Managed inventory, scheduling, payroll reimbursements, operational budgets, and expense reporting
- Streamlined store operations, consistently surpassing sales, productivity, and customer satisfaction targets.
- Conducted interviews, performance evaluations, disciplinary coaching, and employee development planning.
- Built an engaged, high-performing culture centered on accountability, collaboration, and service excellence.
Bridal & Event Coordinator
- Planned and organized luxury weddings at various venues, Disney events, media productions, and private events
- Acted as the primary liaison between clients and ownership throughout the planning process.
- Conducted client consultations, welcome calls, onboarding, and scheduling to facilitate ongoing communication.
- Scheduled artists for hair and makeup services while coordinating appointments and event logistics.
- Supported ownership with calendar management, administrative operations, and contract organization.
- Maintained client records, scheduling systems, and event documentation through accurate data entry.
Education
High School Diploma
- Awarded (Writing)
- Leadership Development Programs
- Customer Experience Excellence Training
- Event Planning & Coordination Courses (ONLNE)
Skills
Concur
Canva
Social Media Platforms
Sales & Upselling
Database & CRM Systems
Microsoft Office
Google Workspace
Zoom
Dropbox
Basic QuickBooks
MAC & Windows Environments
Time Management
Event & Fundraising coordination
Developing proposals and presentations
Collaborative leadership
Graphic design
Expense tracking
Problem-solving
Attention to detail
Multitasking Abilities
Excellent communication and Organizational skills
Critical thinking
Key Accomplishments
-Elevated a MAC Cosmetics location from 22nd to #1 in the region within six months.
- Founded and successfully operated a bridal business for more than 13 years.
- Led and developed teams of 10–15 employees across multiple leadership positions.
- Raised $3,000+ and coordinated 17 successful events and fundraisers during Islanders Elite Volleyball Club's inaugural season.
- Planned and executed weddings, Disney events, media productions, and organizational events while managing complex logistics and timelines.
-Built strategic community partnerships and sponsorships that strengthened organizational growth and long-term collaboration.
Timeline
Event & Fundraising Coordinator
Islanders Elite Volleyball Club
2025 - CurrentRead More
Owner & Lead Bridal Expert
Something Blue Elite Bridal Services
2012 - CurrentRead More
Store Retail Manager
MAC Cosmetics
2015 - 2025Read More
Bridal & Event Coordinator
The Bella Agency
2021 - 2024Read More
Clio High School
High School Diploma
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