Elyse Lizar
Clarksville,TN
Summary
Highly organized, detail-oriented administrative professional with over 5 years' experience in fast-paced environments, specializing in event coordination, personnel supervision, and client relations. Proven team leader and problem solver with a strong focus on quality service and support. Proven success in overseeing day-to-day operations for 150+ children and 75 staff at the same time. Seeking to apply strong written and verbal communication and time management abilities in an administrative support or office management role.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Events Director
Clarksville Elite Gymnastics Center
05.2025 - Current
- Lead and supervise Special Events Coordinators
- Plan, organize, and execute birthday parties, summer camps, and toddler events
- Ensure seamless coordination between departments and maintain client satisfaction
- Led team training sessions to improve event execution and staff coordination.
- Oversaw budget planning and allocation for special events, optimizing resource use.
- Created promotional materials and marketing strategies to increase event attendance.
- Streamlined event registration processes, improving attendee satisfaction and reducing wait times at events.
- Mentored junior staff members in the planning and execution of special events, fostering a positive work environment and promoting professional growth.
Special Events Coordinator
Clarksville Elite Gymnastics Center
09.2023 - 05.2025
- Scheduled staffing and managed shift changes for a team of 75+ employees
- Maintained payroll documentation and updated pay charts
- Oversaw event logistics for up to 150 children
- Handled front desk operations, customer inquiries, and email correspondence
- Mediated employee conflicts and improved team communication
- Resolved customer inquiries through effective communication and problem-solving techniques.
- Managed escalated issues with professionalism, ensuring timely resolution and maintaining client relationships.
- Resolved customer complaints with empathy, resulting in increased loyalty and repeat business.
- Handled escalated calls efficiently, finding satisfactory resolutions for both customers and the company alike.
Vice President of Administration
Alpha Gamma Delta Sorority: Theta Psi
11.2021 - 11.2023
- Served as Vice President of Administration for 2 years, overseeing all administrative functions for a 12-member executive board
- Recorded and distributed detailed weekly meeting notes to executive officers and general membership
- Managed all incoming and outgoing correspondence between the chapter, international headquarters, and other campus chapters
- Organized, completed, and submitted all paperwork related to chapter business and executive operations
- Processed removal requests for chapter members, including conducting exit interviews and coordinating documentation with headquarters
Special Events Coordinator
Gymini Athletics
09.2019 - 08.2021
- Coordinated staffing and schedules for weekly events
- Acted as liaison with parents, ensuring clarity around programming and care
- Managed 25 employees and supervised up to 70 children
Education
Bachelor of Science - Hospital Administration and Management
Austin Peay State University
05.2025
Skills
- Team Leadership
- Payroll Management
- Client engagement and relations
- Workforce planning
- Staff development
- Event Planning & Execution
- Front Desk Operations
- Conflict Resolution
- Time Management
- Adaptable in multiple environments
- Program Oversight development
- Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Websites
Timeline
Special Events Director
Clarksville Elite Gymnastics Center
05.2025 - Current
Special Events Coordinator
Clarksville Elite Gymnastics Center
09.2023 - 05.2025
Vice President of Administration
Alpha Gamma Delta Sorority: Theta Psi
11.2021 - 11.2023
Special Events Coordinator
Gymini Athletics
09.2019 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Science - Hospital Administration and Management
Austin Peay State University