DARCY BEIRNE
Hooksett,NH
Summary
Experienced Operation Coordinator | Higher Education Professional
Results-driven and service-oriented program coordinator with nearly 12 years of experience in higher education. Known for exceptional organizational and leadership skills, with a strong background in event planning, cross-functional collaboration, and program execution. Highly effective communicator with proven time management abilities, consistently delivering accurate and efficient outcomes in fast-paced environments.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Talent Development Operations Specialist
Southern New Hampshire University
10.2018 - Current
- In this role, I collaborate with key stakeholders to support and deliver university-wide staff learning initiatives. I play an integral role in the organization and tactical execution of learning programs including Peak Leadership Lifecycle, Team Learning, and senior leadership program, Pinnacle.
- Improved operational efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing new systems.
- Created and improved SE SNHUPEA Professional Development processes, create mid and yearly reports and communication plan for the year.
- My responsibilities span end-to-end operations support, including strategic thought partnership, project management, planning and logistics, communications, budgeting, vendor contracts, and virtual event facilitation.
Owner
Ameri-Kids Studio
01.1998 - 01.2024
- Coordinate travel logistics for athletes competing at local through national levels annually.
- Oversee attire and equipment preparation, ensuring proper clothing and footwear for practices and competitions.
- Maintain studio operations; manage and issue equipment as needed.
- Deliver private and group instruction, tailoring training based on individual skill level and physical ability.
- Monitor progress and adapt programming to meet evolving participant needs.
- Enforce safety protocols and educate athletes on proper use of equipment and rules.
- Choreograph custom routines, select music, and design movements aligned with each athlete's strengths.
- Manage weekly staff scheduling to ensure adequate program support.
- Plan and execute large-scale tournaments and competitions involving 1,000+ participants.
Program Coordinator
Boston University
04.1997 - 11.2001
- Coordinated BU Project Management classes, serving as liaison between instructors, corporate clients, and the sales team.
- Negotiated hotel conference space, catering, and overnight accommodations with hotel sales staff.
- Managed preparation and delivery of lecture materials in collaboration with printing vendors.
- Supported instructors by facilitating logistics and addressing special requests to ensure successful course delivery.
Catering Sales Manager
Sheraton Hotel
09.1996 - 03.1997
- Scheduled and conducted meetings with corporate clients to plan event space, catering needs, and logistics.
- Handled database management, word processing, invoicing, account reconciliation, and client billing.
- Coordinated with hotel departments to align event schedules, staffing, and kitchen requirements.
- Maintained consistent monthly and quarterly sales targets.
- Operated and maintained office equipment, troubleshooting and arranging repairs when needed.
Education
Associate of Arts - Hotel/Restaurant Management
Johnson & Wales University
Providence, RISkills
- Strong attention to detail
- Operations administration
- Project coordination
- Event coordination
- Motivated and consistent
- Manage Asana Management System
- Vendor and contract oversight
- Effective collaboration with leadership
- Effective team communication
- Proficient in task management
- Effective time management
- Demonstrated leadership
Timeline
Talent Development Operations Specialist
Southern New Hampshire University
10.2018 - Current
Owner
Ameri-Kids Studio
01.1998 - 01.2024
Program Coordinator
Boston University
04.1997 - 11.2001
Catering Sales Manager
Sheraton Hotel
09.1996 - 03.1997
Associate of Arts - Hotel/Restaurant Management
Johnson & Wales University
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