Devon Thompson
Los Angeles
Summary
Dynamic event planner with proven success at It's Always Now, specializing in organization, relationship building, teamwork, and seamless event execution. Expertise in curating exhibitions, training staff, negotiating contracts, and managing schedules and budgets. Committed to enhancing operational efficiency and delivering outstanding experiences.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Event Planner
It's Always Now
Los Angeles
10.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with museums and clients to customize events according to specific guest requirements.
- Delivered training to on-site event staff and volunteers to uphold service standards.
Artist-Curator-Instructor
Devon Sinead Art
Los Angeles
01.2016 - Current
- I organized and participated in twelve art exhibitions, curated two exhibitions and conducted four workshops.
- Negotiated contracts, commissions and agreements with galleries, community centers and private collectors.
Bartender
Majordomo
Los Angeles
07.2021 - 04.2024
- Managed multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment to enhance efficiency and experience.
- Developed innovative cocktail recipes for menus and conducted engaging cocktail classes.
Office Manager
Ambiente Catering
Chicago
01.2010 - 06.2017
- Managed client correspondence and tracked invoices, ensuring accuracy; optimized office systems and layouts to enhance operational efficiency.
- Recruited, trained, and delegated tasks to employees to meet job requirements.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - History & Business
Roosevelt University
Chicago, IL01.2017
Skills
- Adapting to changing priorities
- Client relationship development
- Schedule management
- Critical thinking
- Meeting planning
- Budget management
- Contract negotiation
- Client consultation
- Staff training
- Vendor relationship management
- Compliance with regulations
- Event execution
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Database management
- Event billing
Leadership Experience
I've been quickly promoted in many jobs. I've won three 'Employee of the Year' awards. I implemented systems that increased profits by twenty-eight percent in one year of office management. I'm charismatic, creative, hardworking and team oriented.
Affiliations
- (Museum Event Host) Senseology: the Science of Cocktails
- (Library Fellow) Newberry Research Library, Chicago IL
- (Poet + Artist) Poetica LA
- (Member) Human Rights Campaign, National Disability Rights Network
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Event Planner
It's Always Now
10.2023 - Current
Bartender
Majordomo
07.2021 - 04.2024
Artist-Curator-Instructor
Devon Sinead Art
01.2016 - Current
Office Manager
Ambiente Catering
01.2010 - 06.2017
Bachelor of Arts - History & Business
Roosevelt University
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