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Brooke Wilson

Potsdam,NY

Summary

Dynamic leader and adept multitasker with a proven track record in project coordination and event planning, notably at the New York State Tourism Industry Association. Excelled in enhancing customer experiences and streamlining operations across various roles, including a pivotal internship at Ritz-Carlton. Skilled in decision-making and relationship building, significantly contributing to team success and operational excellence.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Stewardship Initiatives Coordinator

New York State Tourism Industry Association
01.2023 - Current
  • Staff liaison for the Sustainability Task Force, Higher Education Advisory Council, Work Force Development Task Force, Scholarship Committee, and the Partnership Community.
  • Also supports other committees such as Membership, DEAI and Advocacy.
  • Primary event coordinator for the New York State Tourism Excellence Summit, coordinates NYSTIA's online webinars, and directly supervises NYSTIA interns.
  • I am continuing to grow in my leadership role, adding fiscal duties, coordinating Co-Op programs, and representing NYSTIA at select regional events and travel shows.

Bartender

Raquette River Pub
11.2018 - 01.2023
  • Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
  • Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
  • Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
  • Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and communication with colleagues.
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.

Campus Ambassador

Paul Smiths College
01.2021 - 05.2022
  • Gave tours to prospective students
  • Worked on content creation and social media
  • Facilitated Admission events
  • Helped maintain, organize and create records in the office

Guest Experience Expert

Ritz-Carlton
08.2021 - 12.2021

I worked in 3 different positions over the course of this internship:

  • Club Lounge attendant - upheld health and safety standards on the buffet line and at the bar. Communication across many departments to ensure customer satisfaction and seamless transitions throughout the day.
  • Call Center - helped direct customers to the correct people. Solved guest problems in an efficient and timely manner. Helped coordinate with different departments to ensure guest satisfaction.
  • Front Desk - Streamlined check-in process for improved efficiency and wait times. Upheld the Ritz-Carlton standards to each and every guest to ensure the best experience possible.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Hotel, Resort And Tourism Management

Paul Smiths College
Paul Smiths, NY
12-2022

Skills

  • Multitasking and organization
  • Customer service
  • Decision-making
  • Relationship building
  • Project coordination
  • Document management
  • Event planning

Timeline

Stewardship Initiatives Coordinator

New York State Tourism Industry Association
01.2023 - Current

Guest Experience Expert

Ritz-Carlton
08.2021 - 12.2021

Campus Ambassador

Paul Smiths College
01.2021 - 05.2022

Bartender

Raquette River Pub
11.2018 - 01.2023

Bachelor of Science - Hotel, Resort And Tourism Management

Paul Smiths College
Brooke Wilson