CHRISTIAN LUNA
Chicago,IL
Summary
Driven Event Coordinator with 11 years of experience in hospitality industry and events management. Strong customer service, organization and time management skills. Dedicated to providing a top-tier experience to all attendees while nurturing a positive and empowering work experience for all teams enrolled.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Development & Sales Manager
The Executives' Club of Chicago
Chicago, IL
05.2021 - Current
- Led the organization's strategic sales development plan bringing in prospective partners around the Chicago area to provide thought leadership and innovative workplace advancement to the Chicago business community
- Successful developed sales strategies that saw an increase in membership from 1,300 partners to 3,500+ in a 2 year span
- Led sales planning, development and account management to grow existing accounts and establish new sales accounts.
- Created content such as website copy, blog posts, social media posts, and email campaigns.
- Developed and implemented successful sales strategies to generate revenue for corporate events.
- Developed event themes and concepts to ensure successful execution of events.
- Organized vendor contracts, negotiated fees, and ensured compliance with all regulations.
- Monitored budgeting process for each event to ensure cost efficiency.
- Created detailed reports outlining event planning progress, timelines, budgets, and other relevant information.
Entertainment Events Operations Coordinator
Universal Orlando Resort
Orlando, FL
06.2013 - 02.2021
- Developed and implemented event operations plans for corporate events.
- Led 50-150 employees while running daily operation meetings, focusing on updates regarding safety, intellectual properties, and event quality
- Managed logistics for large-scale events including transportation, security, catering, and audio-visual equipment.
- Coordinated staff schedules for pre-event setup, onsite execution, and post-event breakdowns.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers to secure competitive pricing and favorable terms.
- Collaborated closely with other departments to coordinate activities leading up to each event.
- Created and managed a comprehensive event marketing strategy to ensure successful execution of all events.
Education
Mastering Sales (Sales Management Course Certificate) - Sales And Marketing Education
Northwestern | Kellogg
09-2023
Diploma -
Osceola Fundamental High School
01.2013
Skills
- Social Media Marketing
- Competitive Analysis
- Advertising Campaigns
- Partnership Development
- Strategic Planning
- Operations Management
- Team Leadership and Supervision
- Talent Recruitment
- Deadline Management
- Stakeholder Management
- Project Management
- Business Growth
Timeline
Business Development & Sales Manager
The Executives' Club of Chicago
05.2021 - Current
Entertainment Events Operations Coordinator
Universal Orlando Resort
06.2013 - 02.2021
Mastering Sales (Sales Management Course Certificate) - Sales And Marketing Education
Northwestern | Kellogg
Diploma -
Osceola Fundamental High School
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