Devon DePhillips
Blue Bell,PA
Summary
Personable, energetic, and motivated Hospitality Professional with extensive experience in event planning, food & beverage operations, and hospitality management, as well as a background in HR and recruitment. A tech-savvy, collaborative problem solver skilled at maintaining positive client and vendor relationships, optimizing logistics, and ensuring seamless event execution.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Conference Services Manager - Westin Philadelphia
Hersha Hospitality Management LP
Philadelphia, PA
02.2024 - Current
- Oversee full-cycle event planning for corporate meetings, receptions, and trade shows, managing contracts, F&B selections, room configurations, and guest accommodations to ensure seamless execution and maximize revenue.
- Successfully planned and executed 24+ events across various industries, including pharmaceutical, legal, real estate, and government associations.
- Led major multi-day events generating $100K+ in revenue, coordinating 25+ functions, receptions, and vendor services such as DJs, photographers, and florists. Currently managing three large-scale March events, totaling $324K in contracted revenue with $190K in food & beverage sales.
- Achieved highest F&B upsell of $27,320, maximizing revenue opportunities.
Food and Beverage Supervisor - Le Meridien Hotel
Hersha Hospitality Management LP
Philadelphia, PA
03.2023 - 02.2024
- Supervise a team of 15+ service staff and kitchen personnel, ensuring adherence to operational standards.
- Oversee restaurant and six event spaces, resolving guest challenges and improving service quality.
- Spearheaded the launch of hotel room service, increasing monthly revenue by $4,000.
HR Associate
Baker Tilly US, LLP.
Philadelphia, PA
02.2021 - 09.2022
- Supported recruitment for 18 offices in four states, producing 750+ offer letters and managing 70+ school partnerships.
- Administered PMS, LMS, ATS, and HRIS platforms, ensuring compliance and process efficiency.
- Led a five-month system implementation project, optimizing learning and development operations.
Meeting Manager
WorkMerk Conshy
Conshohocken, PA
11.2018 - 03.2020
- Orchestrated 200+ corporate meetings and events in a 15,000 sq. ft. conference center.
- Negotiated contracts, managed logistics, and utilized Salesforce, TripleSeat, and CVENT for event execution.
Food & Beverage Supervisor
WorkMerk Conshy
Conshohocken, PA
06.2017 - 11.2018
- Conducted weekly BEO meetings and optimized catering logistics by implementing kitchen production reports.
- Developed SOPs for facility operations, catering procedures, and event logistics.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration
Johnson And Wales University
Providence, RI12-2022
Skills
- Microsoft 365, SharePoint, Zoom, Excel
- CI/TY, Triplesat, Salesforce
- TriNet, UKG
- Bridge
- Meeting & Event Planning
- Vendor Relations
- Logistics
- Project Management
Timeline
Conference Services Manager - Westin Philadelphia
Hersha Hospitality Management LP
02.2024 - Current
Food and Beverage Supervisor - Le Meridien Hotel
Hersha Hospitality Management LP
03.2023 - 02.2024
HR Associate
Baker Tilly US, LLP.
02.2021 - 09.2022
Meeting Manager
WorkMerk Conshy
11.2018 - 03.2020
Food & Beverage Supervisor
WorkMerk Conshy
06.2017 - 11.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration
Johnson And Wales University
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