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Candice Barnes

Midland

Summary

Dynamic Event Manager with a proven track record at Texas Tap Co., excelling in managing events from conception to execution. Expert in expense control and team leadership, successfully implementing cost-saving measures while enhancing event quality. Proficient in Microsoft Excel and adept at fostering cross-functional collaboration to deliver exceptional experiences.

Highly organized, detail oriented individual adept at multi-tasking various projects at once.
A dependable individual with a positive attitude and strong work ethic who strives for customer service in a positive
work environment.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Event Manager

Texas Tap Co.
03.2022 - Current
  • Managed administrative logistics of events planning, event booking, and event promotions.
  • Utilized job-related software to create standard guidelines, calendars and budgets for each event.
  • Coordinated florists, photographers, and musicians for events.
  • Delivered prompt payment for event vendors, venues, staff and transportation providers.
  • Supported senior leadership by developing status reports on activities related to planning, scheduling, cancellation, inquiries, resourcing, risk mitigation, and proposal development for various events.
  • Analyzed event costs to identify areas of improvement and cost savings.
  • Developed detailed event reports, documenting all aspects of each event.
  • Implemented contingency plans to address last-minute changes or unforeseen events.
  • Implemented protocols and procedures to effectively manage planning process.

Event Coordinator

Petroleum Club
12.2019 - 01.2022
  • Managed event logistics and operations.
  • Coordinated schedules and timelines for events.
  • Brainstormed and implemented creative event concepts and themes.
  • Managed administrative logistics of events planning, event booking, and event promotions.
  • Trained and supervised event staff to complete tasks on time.
  • Implemented protocols and procedures to effectively manage planning process.
  • Negotiated contracts with venues, vendors and suppliers to obtain best rates and services.
  • Evaluated existing plans, processes and events planning services to identify opportunities for improvement.

Administrative Assistant

Milford Pipe and Supply
02.2017 - 01.2019

• Received, Entered and filed all field reports for Field Time Sheets and enter in to ADP Workforce Now
• Enter per diem rates into Daily Spreadsheet
• Track and maintain Daily Location Spreadsheet for 120 employees
• Organize & Manage Weekly Field Operations Meeting Agenda & Documentation to include:
o Daily Vehicle Inspections, Heavy Equipment Inspections, Fusion Machine Inspection, Job Safety
Analysis Forms and Sign-In sheets
o Receive all forms back after meeting, sort by date and by job to scan in to Shared Drive
• Maintain Company Job Books to include:
o Copies of Permits, Hydro Tests, Field Reports, Bids
• Knowledgeable in the application & Data Entry of Bill of Ladings
Front Desk Administrative Assistant / Receptionist - May 6, 2018 through October 1, 2018
• Greet & Direct Customers
• Prepare New Hire Packages to include:
o Background checks
o Motor Vehicle checks
o Employment Verification
o Schedule appointments for interviews
• Schedule Company Meetings & interviews in Microsoft Outlook
• Reconcile Bank Statements

Education

High School Diploma -

Richard Milburn
Midland, TX
06-2002

Skills

  • Cross-functional teams leadership
  • Team leadership and supervision
  • Managing events start to finish
  • Expense control
  • Staff oversight
  • Food service
  • Deadline management
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, Access, Quick Books, ADP Work Force Now, Point of Renewal,
    database programs

Timeline

Event Manager

Texas Tap Co.
03.2022 - Current

Event Coordinator

Petroleum Club
12.2019 - 01.2022

Administrative Assistant

Milford Pipe and Supply
02.2017 - 01.2019

High School Diploma -

Richard Milburn
Candice Barnes