Bethany McAteer
Roanoke,VA
Summary
Friendly and reliable customer service expert offering unmatched customer service and workplace focus. Quick and accurate in cash and card transactions with excellent multi-tasking aptitude.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
OWNER/EVENT CULTIVATOR
McAteer Meeting Management LLC (
05.2022 - Current
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Consulted with clients to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Plan and execute corporate events and incentive travel programs domestically and abroad for a wide range of clients.
- Provide turn-key services or contract TD (Travel Director) support.
Senior Meeting Planner
Direct Travel
12.2015 - 05.2022
- Planned and executed corporate events and incentive travel programs domestically and abroad for a wide range of clients.
- Source unique, high-end properties and negotiate contracts on behalf of clients based on specific needs and requirements.
- Create and maintain accurate budgets for each client and event. Complete full reconciliation after each program outlining spend, cost savings and value-adds.
- Built personal relationships with clients to encourage repeat opportunities and to improve trip/event suggestions based on client objectives.
Cashier
Hannaford Supermarket
06.2018 - 12.2019
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
Event Manager
Milton CAT
07.2013 - 12.2015
- Planned and executed internal corporate events, client events and trade shows across seven states and 13 locations.
- Created marketing concepts and promotional opportunities for each event, working closely with third-party vendors to ensure a consistent look and feel for each program.
- Negotiated third-party contracts to limit liability and maximize cost savings/value adds.
Education
High School Diploma -
Edward Little High School
Auburn, Me2019
Skills
- Small Business Operations
- Relationship Building
- Consulting
- Customer Relations
- Business Marketing
- Negotiation
- Product Branding
- Problem Solving
- Organizational Skills
- Inventory Management
- Creative Thinking
- Vendor Relationship Management
Interests
HOBBIES
• Gardening, birdwatching, camping and travel
VOLUNTEERING
• American Red Cross
• Community Christmas Store
Timeline
OWNER/EVENT CULTIVATOR
McAteer Meeting Management LLC (
05.2022 - Current
Cashier
Hannaford Supermarket
06.2018 - 12.2019
Senior Meeting Planner
Direct Travel
12.2015 - 05.2022
Event Manager
Milton CAT
07.2013 - 12.2015
High School Diploma -
Edward Little High School
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