CATHERINE KING
Corpus Christi,TX
Summary
Dynamic professional with a proven track record in business administration, education and event planning. Skilled in client relations and budget management, driving efficiency and innovation. Leveraged problem-solving skills and effective prioritization to enhance operational processes and event success, achieving significant improvements in client satisfaction and financial performance.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Administrator
Corpus Christi Safe & Lock Co, Inc
Corpus Christi, TX
04.2023 - Current
- Developed and maintained databases for tracking projects, clients, and financial records.
- Designed forms and templates to streamline workflow processes within organization.
- Implemented filing systems to improve document organization and retrieval.
- Evaluated needs of departments and delegated tasks to optimize overall production.
- Processed payroll and managed employee records, ensuring compliance with legal requirements.
- Monitored budget expenditures and prepared financial reports for review by management.
- Managed day-to-day office operations, ensuring efficient workflow and adherence to policies.
- Identified areas for improvement, narrowing focus for decision-makers in making necessary changes.
- Improved office organization by developing filing system and customer database protocols.
- Analyzed operational processes and recommended improvements to enhance efficiency.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Utilized advanced technical skills and expertise to troubleshoot complex problems and implement solutions.
Special Events Manager
Palmilla Beach Resort & Golf Club
Port Aransas, TX
07.2022 - 03.2023
- Analyzed past events to identify areas of improvement in order to increase efficiency for future events.
- Oversaw payment processing activities related to vendor invoices associated with each event.
- Marketed and publicized special events in social calendars.
- Documented events with details in customer preferences, financial considerations and successes and failures.
- Managed safe and smooth food delivery at banquets, conferences and social events.
- Sourced entertainment acts suitable for the target audience at each event.
- Recruited sponsors for events and planned scope of involvement, financial tie-ins and promotional aspects for mutual benefit.
- Attended and participated in industry events.
- Assessed event success and identified improvement areas through client feedback.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive event plans, including budgets, venues, vendors, staff requirements, and timelines.
- Supervised staff members during set-up and execution of events to ensure compliance with established standards.
Event Coordinator
American Bank Center
Corpus Christi, TX
12.2021 - 07.2022
- Resolved unexpected issues and emergencies during events, maintaining poise and ensuring participant satisfaction.
- Developed event themes and concepts to ensure successful execution of events.
- Helped clients produce brochures, publications and event-specific materials for optimum effect.
- Managed event budgets, ensuring all events were delivered within financial constraints.
- Planned various activities such as seminars, workshops or conferences related to the event theme or topic area.
- Established and maintained relationships with key stakeholders, including vendors, sponsors, and community leaders.
- Negotiated contracts with venues, caterers, and entertainment providers to secure favorable terms and pricing.
- Ensured effective communication between vendors and suppliers before, during and after the event.
- Applied industry knowledge and personal expertise to customize meetings, conferences and conventions to specific standards.
- Created detailed reports outlining event planning progress, timelines, budgets, and other relevant information.
Event Sales Manager
Waves Resort
Corpus Christi, TX
06.2019 - 03.2020
- Monitored competitor activity within the local area and identified opportunities for growth.
- Cultivated strong professional relationships with suppliers and key clients to drive long-term business development.
- Networked at local and industry events to prospect for new sales leads.
- Created detailed reports summarizing event sales activities such as number of attendees, total revenue generated.
- Developed and implemented event sales strategies to increase revenue and market share.
- Provided feedback from past events to improve future ones in terms of quality, cost efficiency and customer experience.
- Resolved customer complaints regarding sales and service.
- Liaised between clients and internal departments such as catering, security, ensuring all requirements are met prior to an event taking place.
- Prepared budgets for upcoming events and monitored expenditures throughout the planning process.
Teacher
WB Ray High School
Corpus Christi, TX
08.2011 - 06.2019
- Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
- Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
- Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
- Met with parents and guardians to discuss students' progress and areas requiring improvement.
- Met with administrators and department team members to work on curriculum planning and assessment methods.
- Conquered challenges of working with highly diverse student population to attain exceptional student achievement.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
- Engaged students through lecture and discussion, increasing classroom interaction to build inclusive learning environment.
- Managed student behavior in classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills and problem solving strategies among students.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communication
Texas A&M University
Corpus Christi, TXSkills
- Event planning
- Client relations
- Time management
- Budget management
- Business administration
- Problem solving
- Effective Prioritization
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Administrator
Corpus Christi Safe & Lock Co, Inc
04.2023 - Current
Special Events Manager
Palmilla Beach Resort & Golf Club
07.2022 - 03.2023
Event Coordinator
American Bank Center
12.2021 - 07.2022
Event Sales Manager
Waves Resort
06.2019 - 03.2020
Teacher
WB Ray High School
08.2011 - 06.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Communication
Texas A&M University
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