To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Events Director
Incenter Lender Services, LLC.
06.2022 - 09.2023
Established clear objectives and goals for each event, drove execution toward goals and measured and monitored results to track impact.
Researched vendors and locations, liaised between event staff and facilities.
Developed and maintained year-round calendar of events.
Built and implemented cost reduction strategies and industry best practices, reduced event expenses and streamlined planning and delivery.
Managed venue, labor and technical efforts of internal and external partners to successfully execute 35+ events per year.
Developed creative themes for events and created related activities to engage attendees.
Trained and supervised event staff.
Negotiated contracts with venues, vendors and suppliers to obtain best rates and services.
Evaluated existing plans, processes and events planning services to identify opportunities for improvement.
Supported senior leadership by developing status reports on activities related to planning, scheduling, cancellation, inquiries, resourcing, risk mitigation, and proposal development for various events.
Created detailed timelines and budgets for events to meet all deadlines.
Utilized social media to promote events and increase attendance.
Analyzed event costs to identify areas of improvement and cost savings.
Produced concept plans for high-profile corporate meetings and events.
Coordinated travel and accommodations for event attendees.
Sales Representative
Incenter Lender Services, LLC.
06.2021 - 09.2023
Managed customer accounts to secure customer satisfaction and repeat business.
Developed and maintained comprehensive understanding of products, services and competitors to enhance sales presentations.
Generated weekly and monthly reports on sales performance to provide recommendations to meet sales goals.
Generated new leads through networking and attending industry events.
Developed and implemented marketing plans to increase brand awareness and drive sales.
Utilized CRM software to manage customer accounts and track performance metrics.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify and address customer needs.
Engaged in friendly conversation with customer to better uncover individual needs.
Director of Operations
Incenter Mortgage Advisors, LLC.
03.2012 - 06.2022
Oversaw day-to-day production activities in accordance with business objectives.
Oversaw successful implementation of operational strategies and policies to drive organizational growth and productivity.
Developed systems and procedures to improve operational quality and team efficiency.
Collaborated with senior management to develop and execute long-term corporate goals and objectives.
Analyzed business operations and implemented strategies to improve operational cohesiveness.
Achieved team goals through formalized training plans, coaching, and performance management.
Negotiated with vendors, suppliers and other stakeholders to acquire mutually beneficial contracts and agreement.
Defined, implemented, and revised operational policies and guidelines.
Monitored office workflow and administrative processes to keep operations running smoothly.
Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
Implemented business strategies, increasing revenue and effectively targeting new markets.
Negotiated price and service with vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
Reduced financial inconsistencies while assessing and verifying billing invoices and expense reports.
Director of Operations
Gourmet Cowboy, Inc.
04.2005 - 02.2012
Managed administrative logistics of events planning, event booking, and event promotions.
Nurtured and built relationships with vendors, venues and industry contacts to obtain best pricing and services for events.
Coordinated with kitchen or catering staff on delivery, timing and service style of food.
Liaised with clients to determine exact event requirements.
Produced detailed proposals for events to document timelines, suppliers and budgets.
Coordinated florists, photographers, and musicians for events.
Negotiated with vendors to achieve most favorable terms.
Searched and negotiated suitable venues per setup requirements and budget constraints.
Maintained and built comprehensive database of industry contacts, vendors and venues.
Worked closely with couples to meet wedding goals, maintain deadlines and resolve complaints or service issues.
Fulfilled contractual obligations for rehearsal and day of event coordination.
Delivered prompt payment for event vendors, venues, staff and transportation providers.
Handled escalated customer concerns with speed and knowledgeable support to achieve optimal satisfaction and maintain long-term loyalty.
Coordinated with catering staff to deliver food services for special events and functions.
Communicated with customers to review catering goals and budget, deliver quotes and proposals, schedule event and carry out catering needs as contracted.
Planned, scheduled and oversaw tastings allowing interested parties and clients to sample popular menu items prior to making selections.