Christine Whitmire
Dahlonega,GA
Summary
Knowledgeable and experienced Office Manager and Director with professionalism and attention to detail. Committed to organization, administrative tasks and high standards and the ability to lead a team through example and compassion.
Overview
1
1
Certification
4
4
years of post-secondary education
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Teacher and Director
Kidz Korner Academy
Dahlonega, Georgia
01.2022 - Current
- Executed facility procedures to ensure compliance and operational efficiency.
- Supervised and trained staff to meet Quality Rated and state standards through Pro Solutions and hands-on classroom training, ensuring high-quality education.
- Creating curriculum that reflects the mission statement and core values of the program: Art, Music and Drama
- Managed staff recruitment and training to build a skilled teaching team.
- Served as the primary leader of the program, overseeing all operations and communications., in direct communication with all parents, guardians, the Executive Director and Owners of the company
- Managed the food program to ensure compliance with health standards.
- Acting solely as the Head of the Program, in direct communication with all parents, guardians, the Executive Director and Owners of the company
- Oversaw daily operations to ensure compliance with licensing regulations and standards.
- Handled client payments to maintain accurate financial records, creating a schedule, maintaining immunization records, medical information, transportation documents and custody paperwork on each individual
- Developed and implemented schedules and curricula aligned with state standards to enhance student learning
- Led and mentored child care staff, fostering a culture of professionalism and equality
- Teaching social and developmental skills
- Promoted students' self-esteem through positive reinforcement
- Providing a safe environment by following State and Quality Rated Standards and Procedures
- Making time for students to be physically active and creative through crafts and teacher led activities like singing, music, and developmental activities
- Assessing each child's mental and physical health accordingly
- Addressed concerns with parents and guardians thoughtfully, ensuring clear communication and support
- Small break taken during this time period for a Private Home Manager position and Nanny
Owner
Wedding Coordination Signature Southern Weddings
01.2010 - Current
- Perform all aspects of a Wedding Director on the day of the event including in depth planning meetings prior to event
- Delivered exceptional service to clients in Metro Atlanta and North Georgia
- Lead planning process from hire date, managed vendor relationships, and cultivated connections with industry professionals
- Managed logistics and services for various event venues, fostering relationships with these locations
Wedding & Event Sales Manager
R-Ranch In The Mountains
Dahlonega, GA
11.2020 - 01.2022
- Maintained and developed website specials, Facebook presence, and online publications
- Scheduled and conducted tours for potential clients, following up on all email and phone inquiries
- Organize all owner events, oversee execution, book vendors, set up and breakdown all events
- Developed and maintained the website www.RRanchWeddings.com to showcase services and attract clients
Director of Sales and Venue Manager
White Oaks Barn Event Venue
Dahlonega, GA
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Schedule and tour all potential leads, follow up with all email and phone inquiries
- Manage all client folders, sell rental items, promote services offered by the venue and sister companies
- Create and update all contacts, book clients, process contracts, inventory, and menus
- Facilitated seamless event execution to ensure client satisfaction
- Upsold rental items, promoted venue services and sister companies
- Scheduled, trained, and managed event staff while maintaining venue and event calendar
- Managed social media presence across website, Facebook, Instagram, and Pinterest
- Left because of move to Gainesville GA
Group Account Manager Reservation Specialist
Unicoi State Park
Helen, GA
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Followed up on inquiries, conducted site visits for prospective clients, secured lodging and meeting space
- Prepared weekly sales reports, participated in corporate training, communicated client details during sales meetings, created and updated sales packets and tour kits
- Developed detailed estimates for potential projects and contracts and input data in computer systems
- Acted as manager on duty, ensured security of premises and responded to incidents
- Enhanced online presence of Unicoi Lodge by maintaining and updating the official website.
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Fine Art
Kennesaw State University
Kennesaw, GA 08.2007 - 06.2011
Blessed Trinity High School
Roswell, GASkills
- Customer service
- Communication
- Organization
- Event coordination
- Event planning
- Multitasking
- Hotel Front Desk
Certification
- Emory Event Planning Certificate
- Child Development Associate Certificate, CDA
- CPR, First Aid and AED Certified
Timeline
Lead Teacher and Director
Kidz Korner Academy
01.2022 - Current
Wedding & Event Sales Manager
R-Ranch In The Mountains
11.2020 - 01.2022
Director of Sales and Venue Manager
White Oaks Barn Event Venue
01.2015 - 01.2016
Group Account Manager Reservation Specialist
Unicoi State Park
01.2014 - 01.2015
Owner
Wedding Coordination Signature Southern Weddings
01.2010 - Current
Bachelor's Degree - Fine Art
Kennesaw State University
08.2007 - 06.2011
Blessed Trinity High School