Cinderella Bennett
McDonough,GA
Summary
Experienced Event Manager with 7+ years of service with the City of McDonough and 5+ years in large-scale event coordination and operations. Proven track record in program management, budget oversight, vendor and volunteer coordination, public engagement, and economic development initiatives. Adept at representing the city to community stakeholders, local media, and regional partners while supporting downtown revitalization and public programming. Known for consistency, reliability, and long-term institutional knowledge.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Event Manager
City of McDonough
2018 - Current
- Plan, coordinate, and execute city-wide events and downtown programs that drive community engagement, tourism, and economic activity.
- Manage logistics for public events including permits, vendor coordination, staging, safety planning, and on-site operations.
- Serve as a liaison between city departments, merchants, contractors, volunteers, and elected officials.
- Support downtown businesses through event programming that increases foot traffic and visibility.
- Coordinate volunteers and temporary staff, ensuring clear communication and effective execution.
- Assist with budget tracking, purchasing, invoicing, and reporting related to events and programs.
- Represent the City of McDonough during public meetings, community events, and promotional activities.
- Collaborate with marketing and communications teams on event promotion, social media, and public outreach.
- Maintain records, timelines, and documentation for recurring and annual events.
Event & Wedding Coordinator
Pristine Chapel Lakeside
2013 - 2018
- Coordinate high-volume events from planning through execution, managing vendors, staffing, timelines, and client expectations.
- Conduct consultations, develop event plans, and oversee day-of operations.
- Manage contracts, client payments, budgets, and cost controls.
- Generate $840K+ annually in event revenue through client bookings.
- Prepare and present monthly financial and operational reports.
- Lead staff scheduling, setup, breakdown, and operational troubleshooting.
- Maintain customer satisfaction resulting in consistent 5-star ratings and industry awards.
- Support marketing efforts including social media and client outreach.
Education
Business Administration
Denmark College
Denmark, SCSkills
- Program & Event Management
- Downtown & Community Engagement
- Volunteer & Staff Coordination
- Budget Tracking & Reporting
- Vendor & Contractor Management
- Public Relations & Stakeholder Communication
- Marketing & Event Promotion
- Economic Development Support
- Records Management & Documentation
- Microsoft Office Client Databases
Accomplishments
- WeddingWire Couple’s Choice Award (2017, 2018)
- The Knot – Best of Weddings (2015–2018)
Timeline
Event Manager
City of McDonough
2018 - Current
Event & Wedding Coordinator
Pristine Chapel Lakeside
2013 - 2018
Business Administration
Denmark College