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Past Board Member : Ghana Sub-Saharan Education Project.
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Elaine Bylos

Elaine Bylos

Marietta,GA

Summary

Proven leader in the travel and events sector with a track record of optimizing client budgets and enhancing exceptional experiences at Jet Sail Explore. Skilled in destination and venue selection, contract negotiations, and the planning of international travel itineraries and events. Demonstrates a high level of communication and interpersonal skills. Disciplined, organized and detail-oriented professional competent in the planning of customized travel itineraries and events that achieve established goals.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Travel & Events

Jet Sail Explore
09.2011 - Current
  • Managed client's budgets effectively, optimizing allocation of resources to maximize experiences.
  • Documented travel experience logistics, flights, accommodation and excursion reservations.
  • Provided exceptional service to diverse clientele.
  • Fostered an atmosphere of inclusivity and respect between clients and locals (destination specific).
  • Enhanced clients experiences by providing well informed destination specific information.
  • Developed strong relationships with vendors and local businesses, facilitating exclusive experiences.
  • Maintained accurate and up-to-date records, with a high level of diplomacy.

Connecting Strategically Networking

Jet Sail Explore
01.2015 - 01.2020
  • Spearheaded a women's networking group for high calibre small business owners.
  • Self-motivated, organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Strengthened communication skills through interactions with high calibre business owners.
  • Committed to continual growth and expansion for myself and others.
  • Amplified the communication and connection amongst women owned businesses.

Event & Staging Manager

Show Homes Of America
04.2003 - 12.2009
  • Implemented innovative event themes and designs to create memorable experiences for realtors.
  • Coordinated and oversaw the staging of all properties.
  • Established relationships with key realtors, fostering long-term partnerships for future collaborations..
  • Increased client satisfaction by consistently delivering well-executed events within budget constraints.
  • Enhanced attendee experience through careful selection of catering providers, and design and architectural speakers.

Education

Public Relations

Witwatersrand University, Johannesburg, South Africa
11.1974

Skills

  • Project Management
  • Event & Travel Planning
  • Team Leadership and Supervision
  • Excels in Customer Oriented Situations
  • Detail Orientated
  • High Level of Verbal and Written Communication
  • Problem Solving Abilities

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Past Board Member : Ghana Sub-Saharan Education Project.

The objective  :  To enrich the lives of women and children in Ghana (Africa) by increasing access to community based educational opportunities. 


The mission of the Sub-Saharan Education Project is accomplished through providing scholarships to select middle, high school and college students; organizing fundraising events in order to build schools where none exist; and providing infrastructure and educational enrichment programs and support for schools.

Programs consist of free skill building vocational training for women to produce locally hand-crafted African jewelry. We facilitate the export and sale of the handmade goods and reinvests the proceeds into the communities where they originated. 

Work Availability

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Certification

Travel Industry related.

Timeline

Connecting Strategically Networking - Jet Sail Explore
01.2015 - 01.2020
Travel & Events - Jet Sail Explore
09.2011 - Current
Event & Staging Manager - Show Homes Of America
04.2003 - 12.2009
Witwatersrand University - , Public Relations
Elaine Bylos