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Dana Easton

Charleston,SC

Summary

Organized and client-focused professional with hands-on experience in event execution, hospitality, and administrative support. Proven ability to coordinate logistics, manage vendors, and ensure seamless event operations. Strong communicator with a warm, professional demeanor and a commitment to delivering exceptional guest experiences. Seeking to contribute organizational and multitasking strengths in a dynamic Events Assistant role.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner/Operator

Honey & Fig
Charleston, SC
08.2023 - Current
  • Design and execute customized charcuterie grazing displays, aligning with client preferences, event themes, and presentation standards.
  • Source high-quality ingredients and manage inventory to ensure a diverse selection that aligns with client preferences, dietary requirements, and event specifications.
  • Manage client inquiries and correspondence, ensuring clear, professional communication.
  • Drive marketing initiatives, leveraging personal websites and strategic email campaigns.
  • Maintain relationships with vendors and suppliers in order to secure favorable terms on materials and services.

Bartender

King Street Hospitality Group
Charleston, SC
09.2021 - Current
  • Provide excellent customer relations by anticipating needs, establishing rapport, and catering to all guests requests.
  • Collect and process payments using the POS system.
  • Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related duties as needed by management.

Executive Assistant to Chief Executive Officer

Kiawah Management Group, LLC
Charleston, SC
03.2022 - 02.2023
  • Managed and maintained MP's calendar to reflect priorities & ensure effective use of time.
  • Provided administrative support for meetings and following up with appropriate personnel.
  • Responsible for MP's dictation and correspondence.
  • Built relationships with key associates and clients.
  • Coordinated with both internal/external staff with marketing activities.

Regional Leasing Consultant

Mid-America Apartments
Charleston, SC
07.2020 - 09.2021
  • Promoted to Regional LC for coastal region; Covered Charleston & Savannah.
  • Assisted properties in need of meeting monthly occupancy & leasing goals.
  • Trained and mentored newly hired leasing consultants.

Leasing Consultant

Mid-America Apartments
Charleston, SC
12.2017 - 07.2020
  • Achieved Star Sales award in 2018 for the Charleston region.
  • Performed leasing of apartment units at assigned MAA property to prospective residents.
  • Responded to phone & email inquiries from prospective residents, while assisting residents with lease agreements & monthly rent payments.

Manager/Bartender

Mynt
Charleston, SC
08.2016 - 06.2020
  • Developed & executed superior customer service with staff & customers.
  • Experienced in high-volume bartending, while up-selling spirits, wine & local beer.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Ohio University
Athens, OH
05.2016

Skills

  • Rentcafe CRM
  • Property accounting
  • Data management
  • Yardi Voyager
  • Google Workspace
  • Mailchimp
  • GoDaddy
  • Microsoft Office Suite

Timeline

Owner/Operator

Honey & Fig
08.2023 - Current

Executive Assistant to Chief Executive Officer

Kiawah Management Group, LLC
03.2022 - 02.2023

Bartender

King Street Hospitality Group
09.2021 - Current

Regional Leasing Consultant

Mid-America Apartments
07.2020 - 09.2021

Leasing Consultant

Mid-America Apartments
12.2017 - 07.2020

Manager/Bartender

Mynt
08.2016 - 06.2020

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Ohio University