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Dalva Grant Motley

Laurel,MD

Summary

Experienced in hospitality management and event planning with a strong skill set in budgeting and overall management. Expertise in developing successful promotional campaigns and creating impactful marketing and advertising materials. Keen eye for the latest trends and techniques in the event planning industry, consistently staying updated and maintaining proficiency with industry software and tools.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Administrative Liaison/ Bookstore Manager

Sandy Spring Friends School
06.2021 - 06.2024
  • Developed maintained, and updated departmental databases for easier access to information, resulting in increased efficiency and productivity. Served as liaison between multiple departments.
  • Supported executive-level decision-making with accurate data compilation and analysis between athletic, Marcom and business office.
  • Managed filing system, entered data and completed other clerical tasks for business office and HR.
  • Served as Hiring Clerk for executive position. Assisted in recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding of new employees to maintain adequate staffing levels.

Bookstore Manager

  • Set effective store schedules based on forecasted customer levels, individual employee knowledge, and service requirements.
  • Implemented Online Store service and maximized sales by creating innovative visual merchandising displays and store layouts. Created 15 specialized stores to accommodate schools varsity teams.
  • Managed financial aspects of store operations, including budget planning, expense tracking, and accurate record-keeping to maintain fiscal responsibility.

Assistant Manager/ Regional Events Coordinator

Gordon Biersch, Craftworks Restaurant Group
05.2018 - 03.2020
  • Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
  • Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
  • Coordinated with vendors to ensure timely delivery of products and resolve any supply chain issues.
  • Collaborated with management team to develop strategic plans for business growth and improvement.
  • Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.

Regional Events Coordinator

  • Coordinate and supervised buyout, seasonal and specialty events for 4 restaurant locations across region.
  • Created event contracts and maintained vendor relations for event needs. Corresponded with clients to answer questions and resolve issues.
  • Managed staffing, budgeting and organizing event needs. Entered data, generated reports, and produced tracking documents. Managed event logistics and operations.
  • Increased event attendance by developing strategic marketing campaigns and engaging promotional materials.


Certified ServSafe Instructor/Education Outreach Coordinator

Restaurant Association of Maryland
01.2007 - 01.2008
  • Traveled to local food service business and instructed their employees on food safety, responsible alcohol service and also proctored certifying exams; Certified in HAACP policies; Also created teaching tools and other hospitality services classes.
  • Created outreach events to promote interest in MD Prostart program. Which provided culinary exposure and training for students interested in hospitality industry.

Executive Events and Catering Manager

La Prima Catering Company
01.2002 - 01.2004
  • Coordinated logistics for multiple events simultaneously, maintaining seamless operations and timely execution.
  • Designed catering packages to increase sales and customer experience.
  • Managed high-quality food preparation and presentation, ensuring consistent client satisfaction.
  • Successfully managed diverse range of corporate functions, that consistently exceeding client expectations.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Social Sciences

University of Maryland - University College
07.2023

Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts

Stratford University
03.2002

Skills

  • Project Planning
  • Client Relationship Management
  • Data-driven decision-making
  • Volunteer Management
  • Vendor Sourcing
  • Event Planning

Certification

  • Event Planning Certificate, Professional Career Development Institute, 03/01/03
  • ServSafe Certification (Food Safety and Alcohol Awareness), through 2026
  • Veracross, Microsoft Certification- Office 365, Word, Excel
  • Social Media Manager specializing in Facebook and Instagram

Affiliations

  • Mocha Mom Inc, Silver Spring Chapter, Chapter President, 01/01/11, 12/01/12
  • US Virgin Island Association Washington DC Chapter, Jr. Cherry Blossom Director, 2011
  • PTO Board Member, Bond Mill Elementary School, 2008
  • Girl Scout Council, Nation Capital, Troop Leader, 2012
  • Top Ladies of Distinction, Washington D.C, Membership Chair, 2016

Timeline

Administrative Liaison/ Bookstore Manager

Sandy Spring Friends School
06.2021 - 06.2024

Assistant Manager/ Regional Events Coordinator

Gordon Biersch, Craftworks Restaurant Group
05.2018 - 03.2020

Certified ServSafe Instructor/Education Outreach Coordinator

Restaurant Association of Maryland
01.2007 - 01.2008

Executive Events and Catering Manager

La Prima Catering Company
01.2002 - 01.2004

Bachelor of Science - Social Sciences

University of Maryland - University College

Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts

Stratford University
  • Event Planning Certificate, Professional Career Development Institute, 03/01/03
  • ServSafe Certification (Food Safety and Alcohol Awareness), through 2026
  • Veracross, Microsoft Certification- Office 365, Word, Excel
  • Social Media Manager specializing in Facebook and Instagram
Dalva Grant Motley