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Elijah Kidder

Chicago,IL

Summary

Innovative Event Curator and Event Operations Manager with 10 years of comprehensive experience overseeing and coordinating various events. Well-versed in booking venues and arranging speakers, negotiating terms and conditions and hiring personnel to manage operations of events. Versatile and outgoing professional possessing strong networking abilities paired with in-depth knowledge of hospitality management procedures.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Event Coordinator

Second Glance Productions
Chicago, United States
06.2023 - 02.2024
  • Organized and managed all aspects of event planning, including budgeting, scheduling, vendor selection, and promotion.
  • Developed comprehensive timelines to ensure the timely completion of projects related to events.
  • Collaborated with marketing teams to develop effective promotional strategies for events.
  • Provided on-site management during events, ensuring the smooth running of activities and resolving any issues that may arise.
  • Identified potential risks associated with each event before they occurred and developed contingency plans accordingly.
  • Maintained relationships with clients post-event by following up on their feedback regarding the experience.
  • Analyzed past performance data from previous events in order to improve future ones.
  • Researched new venues suitable for hosting various types of events based on size requirements and budget constraints.
  • Coordinated vendors, timelines and budgets for events.
  • Tracked payments, balances and registrations for various events.
  • Developed diagrams and floor plans with event setup requirements.
  • Planned and coordinated registration, hotel accommodations and transportation to facilitate smooth execution of event activities.
  • Coordinated and allocated equipment, supplies and staff for events.
  • Recruited sponsors for events and planned scope of involvement, financial tie-ins and promotional aspects for mutual benefit.

Event Operations Manager

S.C. Event Management Group
Summerville, United States
12.2019 - 02.2024
  • Developed and implemented event operations plans for corporate events.
  • Managed logistics for large-scale events including transportation, security, catering, and audio-visual equipment.
  • Coordinated staff schedules for pre-event setup, onsite execution, and post-event breakdowns.
  • Oversaw the budgeting process for events from start to finish ensuring cost efficiency.
  • Created detailed timelines to track the progress of all aspects of the event planning process.
  • Maintained accurate records of billing information such as invoices and receipts.
  • Collaborated closely with other departments to coordinate activities leading up to each event.
  • Monitored vendor performance at each stage of the event lifecycle while providing feedback when necessary.
  • Assisted in creating promotional materials such as brochures, flyers, banners.
  • Analyzed customer feedback surveys from previous events in order to identify areas for improvement.
  • Compiled reports summarizing expenses related to specific events in order to facilitate accounting procedures.
  • Organized venues, budgets, guest lists, catering and event timelines.
  • Created detailed timelines for events based on scope of work required by each department involved in process.
  • Reserved space, equipment and personnel needed to facilitate events.
  • Managed comprehensive budgets to allocate event resources and stay within financial constraints.

Bakery Operations Manager

Southern Comforts by Eli
Summerville, United States
10.2015 - 05.2023
  • Developed and implemented operational policies and procedures to ensure efficient production and delivery of bakery products.
  • Provided leadership, guidance, and support to staff members in order to meet established goals.
  • Managed daily operations of the bakery including budgeting, scheduling, inventory management, product quality control, and customer service.
  • Ensured compliance with all local health department regulations regarding food safety standards.
  • Analyzed sales reports to identify areas for improvement in efficiency or profitability.
  • Organized team meetings to discuss new recipes, processes, and strategies for improving customer satisfaction levels.
  • Created weekly work schedules based on staffing needs and workload requirements.
  • Oversaw the preparation of ingredients according to recipes in order to produce high-quality baked goods.
  • Supervised baking activities such as mixing doughs, decorating cakes, proofing breads.
  • Ordered supplies necessary for daily operations such as flour, sugar, eggs, butter.
  • Coordinated with vendors to obtain the best prices on raw materials required for bakery production.
  • Implemented cost-saving measures such as reducing waste through improved production methods.
  • Reviewed financial records regularly in order to monitor expenses associated with bakery operations.
  • Decorated cakes and pastries, baked breads, tarts and pies and created specialty desserts.
  • Created new recipes and developed process improvements to avoid wastages.

Assistant Manager

Food Lion Grocery
Summerville, United States
09.2019 - 02.2021
  • Managed the day-to-day operations of the store, including customer service, inventory management and staff scheduling.
  • Developed strategies for increasing store profitability by analyzing financial data and implementing cost-saving measures.
  • Supervised a team of employees and provided ongoing training to ensure high levels of customer satisfaction.
  • Maintained accurate records of all transactions, stock levels and employee performance metrics.
  • Ensured compliance with all safety regulations throughout the store premises.
  • Analyzed market trends to identify opportunities for product expansion or improvement.
  • Conducted regular performance reviews with staff members to assess individual progress and set goals for future development.
  • Oversaw daily cash handling procedures, reconciling discrepancies as necessary.
  • Completed frequent walk-throughs and directed team members to correct issues impacting store appearance or professionalism.
  • Delegated assignments based on team strengths to optimize floor coverage and service levels.
  • Interviewed and vetted job applicants to make effective hiring decisions and fill vacancies with strong team members.
  • Led teams in planning, implementation and execution of merchandising and operating initiatives to streamline business effectiveness.
  • Implemented successful business strategies to increase revenue and target new markets.

Assistant Manager

Walmart
Summerville, United States
08.2009 - 09.2019
  • Assisted in the development of operational strategies to ensure efficient and productive operations.
  • Provided guidance and support to junior staff members on daily tasks, projects, and objectives.
  • Coordinated with other departments to ensure smooth flow of operations.
  • Ensured compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
  • Monitored employee attendance records, timekeeping, and payroll information.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of company products and services.
  • Organized training sessions for new hires to familiarize them with the workplace environment.
  • Collaborated with management on developing strategic plans for achieving business goals.
  • Created reports on sales trends, inventory levels, and financial data.
  • Analyzed data from surveys or feedback forms to identify opportunities for improvement.
  • Implemented new procedures or systems to improve efficiency within the organization.
  • Supervised daily operations including scheduling shifts, assigning duties.
  • Organized schedules, workflows and shift coverage to meet expected business demands.
  • Maintained inventory accuracy by counting stock-on-hand and reconciling discrepancies.
  • Coached team members and delivered constructive feedback to promote better productivity and build confidence.
  • Completed inventory audits to identify losses and project demand.
  • Led employee performance evaluations and rewarded top performers to retain quality personnel.

Education

Diploma -

Malvern High School

Skills

  • Travel Arrangements
  • Venue Selection
  • Social Media Promotion
  • Creative Direction
  • Registration management
  • Event Marketing
  • Event Planning
  • Logistics Management
  • Special events planning
  • Vendor Sourcing
  • Operations Management
  • Task Delegation
  • Compliance understanding
  • Sales Strategies
  • Retail Operations Management
  • Budgeting and finance
  • Business development understanding
  • Team motivation
  • Staff Development
  • Customer Service Management
  • Customer Retention

Certification

Notary Commission Certificates, Illions, Chicago, 03/01/24, 03/01/28

Personal Information

Title: Senior Event Coordinator

Timeline

Senior Event Coordinator

Second Glance Productions
06.2023 - 02.2024

Event Operations Manager

S.C. Event Management Group
12.2019 - 02.2024

Assistant Manager

Food Lion Grocery
09.2019 - 02.2021

Bakery Operations Manager

Southern Comforts by Eli
10.2015 - 05.2023

Assistant Manager

Walmart
08.2009 - 09.2019

Diploma -

Malvern High School

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