Bridgett Oliver
Summary
Self-directed multi-faceted southern mother of three with over 9+ years of experience creating superior weddings and events using trusted organizational patterns to align with and support clients for on-time, under-budget event completion. Organized and ambitious planner with expertise in establishing valuable partnerships with vendors for optimal savings. Customer-oriented time manager and decisive leader with infectious positive attitude.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Event Specialist
Self-employed
01.2016 - Current
- Interfaced with clients and their families to understand event objectives.
- Coordinated and created all floorplans and timelines needed for desired realization of each event.
- Led onsite execution of events, overseeing setup, breakdown, troubleshooting any issues as they arose while maintaining composure under pressure for a professional outcome.
- Analyzed post-event feedback, implementing improvements based on insights gained for future success rates of the events organized.
Administrative Assistant
River of Life Church
10.2022 - 10.2023
- Optimized calendar management for the Senior Pastor by scheduling appointments strategically while considering priorities and minimizing conflicts.
- Coordinated travel arrangements for staff, ensuring cost-effective and timely accommodations and transportation.
- Organized logistics and materials for each meeting and took detailed notes for later dissemination to key stakeholders.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information by adhering to strict privacy policies and implementing secure filing systems.
Gift Coordinator
Columbus State University
12.2018 - 10.2022
- Entered all gifts into Raiser's Edge, generated reports, and produced tracking documents.
- Enhanced operational workflows by using Raiser's Edge and updating records accurately as needed.
- Provided customer satisfaction by responding promptly to inquiries and addressing concerns professionally.
- Boosted team morale and productivity by organizing monthly team-building activities.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
Georgia State University
Atlanta, GA05.1998
Skills
- Special events planning
- On-site Execution
- Vendor Relationship Management
- Menu Planning
- Fundraising Events
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Creativity and Adaptability
- Proficiency in Raisers Edge
Timeline
Administrative Assistant
River of Life Church
10.2022 - 10.2023
Gift Coordinator
Columbus State University
12.2018 - 10.2022
Event Specialist
Self-employed
01.2016 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
Georgia State University
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