Open To Work
BRIAN CROWLEY
Summary
Experienced event planner with a focus on community relations and enhancing residents' quality of life through tailored programs. Adept at budget management and vendor coordination, ensuring optimal resource use and team development. Proven ability to implement impactful activities that increase resident engagement and participation.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
First Aid & CPR
1
1
Notary Public
Work History
Activities & Volunteer Coordinator
Sunrise Senior Living
Falls Church, VA
05.2024 - 04.2025
- Designed and executed activities and outings for senior residents.
- Performed various administrative duties and front desk responsibilities
- Organized monthly brunch and marketing events to boost community involvement.
- Created monthly calendars to enhance resident engagement in both communities.
- Led weekly activities, fostering social interaction among residents.
- Trained and supervised activities team to deliver exceptional resident services.
- Developed and maintained vendor relationships for quality service delivery.
- Managed monthly budget, ensuring cost-effective programming.
- Certified to operate a 15-passenger vehicle for resident transportation.
Activities Assistant
Renaissance of Annandale
Annandale, VA
10.2022 - 05.2024
- Coordinated implementation of life enrichment programs, increasing resident engagement and participation.
- Promoted cognitive, social, physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being among residents.
- Led daily activities with minimal supervision, fostering independence and participation.
- Conducted engaging memory classes and led resident council meetings, promoting community involvement and collaboration.
- Facilitated semi-monthly sip & paint activities, fostering creativity and enhancing social interactions among residents.
- Executed set-up and clean-up of activity spaces for seamless transitions.
- Trained new team members to uphold departmental standards and practices.
- Collaborated with life enrichment director on planning programs and social events.
Lead Consultant
FedEx Office
Arlington, VA
03.2020 - 10.2022
- Consulted with customers to pinpoint tailored solutions, enhancing satisfaction and engagement.
- Enhanced customer interactions to reinforce brand promise and loyalty.
- Led print production projects, ensuring adherence to quality standards and timelines.
- Established planograms and ensured retail area remained stocked and organized.
- Processed shipments efficiently to maintain inventory accuracy.
Server
Palette 22 (ARP)
Arlington, VA
02.2016 - 03.2020
- Delivered exceptional customer service to enhance guest dining experiences.
- Utilizing a Point of Sale (POS) system for inputting customer orders.
- Coordinated multiple tasks efficiently while supporting team members.
- Mentored new staff to enhance their skills and integration into the team.
- Developed promotional strategies for new services, products, and artists.
Tavern Server
Rare Steakhouse & Tavern
Washington, D.C.
03.2018 - 02.2019
- Greeted guests promptly and took orders efficiently.
- Input customer orders accurately using Point of Sale (POS) system.
- Processed customer cash and credit payments securely.
Work Preference
Job Search Status
Open to workWork Type
Part TimeLocation Preference
RemoteOn-SiteHybridSalary Range
$35000/yr - $85000/yrEducation
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
Southern New Hampshire University
Manchester, NH05-2026
Some College (No Degree) - Recreation Therapy
University of Toledo
Toledo, OHSome College (No Degree) - Health Sciences
Northern Virginia Community College
Annandale, VASkills
- Professional communications
- Experience with Office Suite, Canva, and Adobe Creative Cloud
- Event planning
- Customer service
- Stakeholder engagement
- Calendar Management
- Public speaking
- Program leadership
- Team development
- Volunteer coordination
Accomplishments
- Going the Extra Mile 2023
- Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society
Certification
- Notary Public in the Commonwealth of Virginia
- CPR & First Aid