CATHY VOLPE FLEMING
STATEN ISLAND,NY
Summary
A dynamic, innovative and highly motivated professional offering a broad range of experience Cultivate and maintain productive relationships with all contacts through effective interpersonal and communication skills Maintain composure and efficiency under fast-paced and highly demanding conditions Proficient in Microsoft Office; easily taught new systems Apply strong leadership and negotiation skills to identify and achieve challenging operational goals Capable of handling multiple projects with accuracy and efficiency Performance reflects reliability and professionalism Seeking a challenging position utilizing diverse expertise
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Volunteer Fashion Show Chairperson
ST. JOSEPH HILL ACADEMY
STATEN ISLAND, NY
09.2005 - 06.2018
- Led organization in setting goals and strategies.
- Contributed to values, goals and strategic vision of organization.
- Facilitated decision making by building consensus and developing solutions.
- Planned and coordinated large volume and wide variety of meetings and conferences
Owner/Operator
ANTHONY’S ON FOURTH RESTAURANT & PIZZERIA
BROOKLYN, NY
01.2010 - 01.2013
- Developed business management and client relations skills in the fashion industry.
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts and costs.
- Recruited, hired and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
- Optimized team hiring, training and performance.
- Maintained up-to-date administrative records to monitor operational conditions.
Fashion Show Journal Chair
01.2008 - 01.2011
Education
Bachelor of Arts Degree - Communications/Writing
MARYMOUNT MANHATTAN COLLEGE
Skills
- Event Planning
- Manage all facets of operations for an annual fashion show; raise over $300k to benefit educational enterprises
- Plan, coordinate, execute and oversee the 500 person event; implement communications outreach initiatives to
- Solicit sponsorship according to fundraising and stewardship objectives
- Design, proofread and generate invitations, flyers and all letters; handle all correspondence and seating
- Arrangements; oversee each stage of production for a 300 page journal from concept to design to press
- Negotiate contracts with all vendors
- Design and create all centerpieces
- Coordinate staffing; direct and supervise staff ensuring a smooth running event; demonstrate sound problem-
- Solving and critical thinking abilities
- Develop, allocate and monitor event budgets ensuring adherence to stringent fiscal objectives
- Operations Management
- Maintain thorough records of transactions; responsible for monitoring inventory; manage all facets of financial
- Administration
- Train and supervise new employees; assist staff members in developing skills necessary for quality performance
- Actively communicate with a diverse client base to identify and address evolving short/long-term needs
- Handle all aspects of financial administration including accounts receivable, accounts payable and payroll;
- Coordinate and organize scheduling
- Exercise strong problem resolution and analytical abilities; initiate critical activities to uphold the company’s
- Positive reputation and ensure a streamlined operation
- Interact with various vendors to purchase/order merchandise and necessary items; well versed in safe food
- Handling
- Manage and direct inventory control including shipping and receiving
- Engage in strategic marketing and networking activities via multiple social media platforms
- Fashion Styling and Account Management
- Serve as chief consultant for high-end department stores and clients such as Macy’s, JC Penney’s,
- Bloomingdales, Harrods, National Geographic, Sports Illustrated, Calvin Klein, Oscar de la Renta and J Crew
- Interview, hire, train and supervise staff; negotiate/purchase creative and production services; remain within
- Budgetary constraints
- Ensure an efficient workflow between departments; coordinate market research, display and promotional
- Activities to increase brand awareness and profitability
- Work closely with production staff in creating an optimal atmosphere for photo shoots; coordinate set
- Development; obtain necessary permits; scout locations; negotiate contracts with models, hair and makeup
- Specialists
- Perform fashion styling for high-profile photo shoots in accordance with aesthetic goals
- Administrative Operations
- Building Renovation
- Employee Motivation and Performance
- Business Management and Development
- Leadership and People Development
- Effective Communicator and Public Speaker
- Fundraising Implementation
- Strategic Planning
- Fitness Education
- Customer Accounts Management
- Procedural Improvements
- Speech Writing
- Prospecting Clients
- Profit Growth Strategies
- Organizational Structure
- Team Support
- Succession Planning
Timeline
Owner/Operator
ANTHONY’S ON FOURTH RESTAURANT & PIZZERIA
01.2010 - 01.2013
Fashion Show Journal Chair
01.2008 - 01.2011
Volunteer Fashion Show Chairperson
ST. JOSEPH HILL ACADEMY
09.2005 - 06.2018
Bachelor of Arts Degree - Communications/Writing
MARYMOUNT MANHATTAN COLLEGE
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