Catrina Reese
Charlotte,NC
Summary
Strategic Day of Wedding Coordinator with extensive experience in event planning and coordination. Skilled in creating detailed timelines, managing vendor relationships and providing seamless events. Collaborative and dedicated to delivering smooth and stress-free wedding experience for clients.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Day of Wedding Coordinator
Roddey Ranch LLC
Catawba, SC
03.2022 - Current
- Coordinated with vendors in securing necessary supplies and services for wedding.
- Worked closely with clients to develop personalized wedding plan that fit within budget.
- Created and managed online presence to reach larger audience of clientele.
- Assisted couples in selecting appropriate color schemes, themes, and décor elements that reflected their personal style and taste.
- Evaluated existing plans, processes and events planning services to identify opportunities for improvement.
- Completed final reviews of ceremony and banquet area setups to resolve last-minute issues.
- Established and managed communications with vendors, confirming service and supply delivery.
- Developed detailed event reports, documenting all aspects of each event.
- Leveraged strong industry relationships to secure unique and exclusive event locations for clients seeking one-of-a-kind wedding experiences.
- Supervised personnel and directed in wedding task administration and completion.
- Coordinated transportation and parking arrangements for guests and vendors.
- Implemented contingency plans to address last-minute changes or unforeseen events.
- Liaised between wedding venues, vendors and engaged couple to help plan and deliver successful event.
- Developed and adhered to timelines to keep ceremony and reception running smoothly.
- Provided exceptional customer service throughout the entire planning process, addressing any concerns promptly and professionally.
- Coordinated all aspects of wedding ceremonies, including venue selection, catering arrangements, and entertainment options.
- Handled customer service inquiries and complaints and immediately resolved issues to guest satisfaction.
- Collaborated with bridal couple to achieve expectations and vision for wedding.
- Trained and supervised event staff to complete tasks on time.
- Helped bridal couple select wedding decorations and floral arrangements, menus and music.
Wedding Officiant
Catrina Reese LLC
Charlotte, NC
01.2009 - Current
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
- Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
- Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Education
Associate of Arts - Accounting
Kings College
Charlotte, NC08.1984
High School Diploma -
Myers Park High School
Charlotte, NC06.1980
Skills
- Meeting Support
- Communications and Media
- Client Relations
- Photography Direction
- Exceptional organization
- Decision-Making
- Meeting planning
- Resourceful multitasking
- Vendor coordination
- Wedding timeline creation
- Social Media Promotion
- Crisis Management
- Agenda Setting
- Vendor Management
- Wedding trends proficiency
- CRM Tracking
- Payment Approval
- Microsoft Office
- Wedding theme development
- Emergency Preparedness
- Day-of Coordination
- Transportation Coordination
- Team Leadership and Motivation
- Wedding etiquette understanding
- Events logistics management
- Requirements Gathering
- Scheduling
- Clear Communication
- Wedding rehearsal guidance
- Vendor Relations
- Logistics Management
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 5 staff members at the Roddey Ranch all-inclusive venue.
- Achieved getting wedding started on time and bridal party organized through effectively helping with rehearsals.
Affiliations
- IAPWO
Certification
- CMP - Certified Meeting Planner
- CSEP - Certified Special Event Professional
- Certified Wedding Planner, MBA
- Certified Wedding Officiant, MBA
- Life Coach Certification -IAP College
Reading, Travel and Family Time
Reading has always been a passion and a source that I use to relax me. And traveling with my family and friends just is a necessary balance that I have in my life.
Timeline
Day of Wedding Coordinator
Roddey Ranch LLC
03.2022 - Current
Wedding Officiant
Catrina Reese LLC
01.2009 - Current
Associate of Arts - Accounting
Kings College
High School Diploma -
Myers Park High School
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