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Caitlin Hombroek

Caitlin Hombroek

Stanley,NC

Summary

Motivated Event Manager bringing 10 years of experience delivering small to large-scale weddings, corporate and social events. Talented at identifying potential problems, promptly mitigating obstacles and actively resolving conflicts to ensure client satisfaction and positive attendee experience. Experience in managing people, hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Event Assistant Lead (part Time)

Foundation for the Carolinas
Charlotte, NC
10.2021 - Current
  • Managed event progress to identify potential issues that could arise and ensure a smooth event
  • Used detailed timelines and checklists to maintain efficient operation of events.
  • Communicated effectively with vendors regarding needs for specific services related to an event.

Event Assistant Lead (part-time)

Levine Museum of the New South
Charlotte, NC
06.2016 - 08.2021
  • Assisted in the planning and execution of events, including scheduling vendors and venues.
  • Managed event and vendors to identify any issues that could arise.
  • Communicated effectively with vendors regarding needs for specific services related to an event.
  • Oversaw setup, breakdown operations on site prior to, after the conclusion of an event.
  • Greeted incoming guests, accepted payments, reviewed tickets and directed to facility locations.

Events Manager

Levine Museum of the New South
Charlotte, NC
04.2011 - 05.2016
  • Organized and facilitated vendor meetings to ensure successful execution of all events.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors to secure best pricing and services.
  • Oversaw setup, breakdown, and storage of all equipment used for events.
  • Worked closely and coordinated with caterers, florists, musicians, lighting technicians., ensuring their services were delivered on time according to specifications.
  • Met with clients to give tours of facility, meeting rooms, completed floor plans and timelines.
  • Hired, trained and managed event staff to ensure smooth operations.
  • Coordinated venue logistics such as seating arrangements, audio-visual needs, catering services and decorations for all in house events.
  • Resolved any issues that may arise before or during an event.
  • Tracked payments, balances and registrations for various events..
  • Handled all in house alcohol inventory and obtained license
  • Produced contracts and invoices for events and monitored fee collection.
  • Book and managed 5 events in 3 days for the DNC hosting over 500 people for each event, Including a delegate welcome reception
  • Hosted the VP of the United States for a political event
  • Booked and managed over 250 weddings, proms, fundraisers, galas and meetings

Education

Bachelor of Science - Sports/Entertainment/ Event Management Food & Bev.

Johnson & Wales University - Charlotte
Charlotte, NC
05-2010

Skills

  • Managing Events Start to Finish
  • Food and Beverage Management
  • Event Calendar Management
  • Sales Contract Management
  • Expense Tracking
  • Catering Coordination
  • Event Setup and Breakdown
  • Menu Planning
  • Event Billing
  • Detail oriented

Timeline

Event Assistant Lead (part Time)

Foundation for the Carolinas
10.2021 - Current

Event Assistant Lead (part-time)

Levine Museum of the New South
06.2016 - 08.2021

Events Manager

Levine Museum of the New South
04.2011 - 05.2016

Bachelor of Science - Sports/Entertainment/ Event Management Food & Bev.

Johnson & Wales University - Charlotte

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