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Overview
Work History
Education
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Brooke Griffin

Brooke Griffin

Jefferson,GA

Summary

Creative and highly organized professional with a strong background in event planning and management assistant. 5 years of coordinating and executing a wide range of events from corporate functions all the way to weddings and private celebrations. Known for delivering seamless experiences through meticulous planning, budget oversight, vendor management and on-site delivery.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales Support Specialist

Prime Experiences
10.2023 - 06.2024
  • Answered customer inquiries regarding products, pricing, and availability.
  • Tracked sales leads and opportunities within the company's CRM system.
  • Generated quotes for customers based on their individual needs.
  • Participated in weekly team meetings to discuss strategies for achieving goals.
  • Developed relationships with key clients to ensure satisfaction and repeat business.

Group and Charter Event Planner

Alcatraz Media
06.2010 - 07.2012
  • Worked with large and small groups to plan events such as weddings, family functions, corporate parties, conventions, etc
  • Worked with suppliers to confirm these events and set up services worldwide
  • Negotiated contracts between clients and suppliers
  • Made sure all deadlines were met between clients and suppliers with deposits and final payments
  • Answered phones and responded to leads to conduct new and perspective business
  • Took care of all invoices and paid suppliers.

Management Assistant

Enterprise Leasing Co
12.2007 - 06.2010
  • Worked with large accounts such as State Farm, Geico, USAA, Nationwide and Progressive
  • Directed customers towards our car sales department to help the company sell vehicles that have exceeded their useful car rental life
  • Promoted to Branch Corporate Accounts Manager after 6 months and started taking charge of all corporate account rentals and contracts
  • Marketed to large corporations to try to gain new corporate account business while also making sure that we are taking care of our existing accounts
  • Marketed to outside car dealerships while building a strong relationship and negotiating business
  • Responsible for maximizing and maintaining the volume of business by providing ongoing sales, service and problem solving to customer base within designated geographic territory while maintaining business retention and growth of assigned account base.

Education

Marketing -

Georgia Southern University
08-2002

Bachelors - Fine Arts in Marketing

American Intercontinental University

Skills

  • Pricing negotiation
  • Vendor relations
  • Networking
  • Contract negotiations and administration
  • Event Setup and Breakdown
  • Creative thinking
  • Customer Relationship Management
  • Planning and Organization
  • CRM software proficiency
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Multitasking Abilities

Timeline

Sales Support Specialist - Prime Experiences
10.2023 - 06.2024
Group and Charter Event Planner - Alcatraz Media
06.2010 - 07.2012
Management Assistant - Enterprise Leasing Co
12.2007 - 06.2010
American Intercontinental University - Bachelors, Fine Arts in Marketing
Georgia Southern University - Marketing,
Brooke Griffin