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Florence Blessing

Bowie,MD

Summary

I am an organized Event Coordinator with experience in 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. I am also a client-oriented Event Coordinator committed to making clients' dreams come true. Skilled in working with clients to plan unique events from start to finish while proactively managing risks and potential problems. Proven leader with success creating cohesive, goal-oriented teams.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

CNA

Comfort Keepers
Glen Burnie, MD
05.2020 - 03.2024
  • Maintained cleanliness standards for all service areas including dining room, kitchen, and storage areas.
  • Performed opening and closing duties such as setting up workstations with necessary supplies.
  • Assisted with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, and grooming.
  • Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
  • Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
  • Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
  • Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
  • Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
  • Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.

Event Coordinator

Bowie State University
Bowie, Maryland
12.2023 - 02.2024
  • The monitored budgeting process for each event to ensure cost efficiency.
  • Sourced venues for events by client needs and preferences.
  • Managed logistics related to transportation, catering, entertainment, and decorations for events.
  • Ensured effective communication between vendors and suppliers before, during and after the event.
  • Provided on-site support during the day of the event including problem solving if necessary.
  • Planned various activities such as seminars, workshops or conferences related to the event theme or topic area.
  • Developed promotional materials such as flyers, brochures or posters for marketing purposes prior to each event.
  • Facilitated meetings between vendors and clients in order to discuss overall project scope and timeline.
  • Analyzed customer feedback surveys filled out after each program in order to improve future programs and events.
  • Worked closely with audio visual technicians and other technical personnel in setting up equipment at the venue.
  • Maintained an organized database of contacts using software applications like MS Excel and Access.
  • Coordinated with media personnel such as photographers and videographers for capturing important moments during the event.
  • Assisted guests throughout the duration of an event by providing directions or answering questions about available amenities.
  • Oversaw event logistics, venue scheduling and accommodations.
  • Led site walk-through and meetings prior to event to go over checklists and delegate assignments to staff.
  • Coordinated vendors, timelines and budgets for events.

Modeling Coach

Bowie State University
Bowie, MD
12.2023 - 02.2024
  • Developed and implemented training programs for prospective models.
  • Instructed students in the fundamentals of modeling, including posture, facial expressions, movement, and body language.
  • Organized photo shoots for aspiring models to obtain professional portfolios.
  • Coached models on how to properly walk the runway and pose for photographers.
  • Provided feedback on model's performance during practice sessions.
  • Assisted with wardrobe selection prior to photoshoots or fashion shows.
  • Collaborated with other professionals such as makeup artists, hair stylists, clothing designers.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Public Health Informatics And Technology

Bowie State University
Bowie, MD
05-2026

Skills

  • Budget Administration
  • Expense Control
  • Expense Tracking
  • Cost Estimating
  • Entertainment Planning
  • Vendor And Contract Negotiations
  • Events Planning Trends
  • Meeting Planning
  • Event Setup
  • Marketing And Promotional Materials
  • Billing Systems
  • Events Logistics Management
  • Event Logistics
  • Workshop Organization
  • Event Planning
  • Promotional Planning
  • Event Coordination
  • Staff Scheduling
  • Vendor Service Coordination
  • Time Management
  • Special Events Planning
  • Data Analysis
  • Event Sales
  • Event Staff Management
  • Patient Care
  • Compassionate Communication
  • Basic Life Support
  • Compassion and Empathy
  • Feeding Assistance

Accomplishments

Accomplishments: Worker of the year at Comfort Keepers 2021-2022, Employer of the Month for August, and September of 2023 at Fairfax Rehab Center as a CNA for Comfort Keepers. Runway model for big production companies at New York Fashion Week, Vogue Tokyo Japan model March 2024. commercial model for few televised companies. Best Runner in 800m, 400 2013 in High school.

Affiliations

Runway, Track, Soccer, bowling, and any outdoor activity.

Certification

CMT, CNA, CPR&FIRST AIDE.

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Event Coordinator

Bowie State University
12.2023 - 02.2024

Modeling Coach

Bowie State University
12.2023 - 02.2024

CNA

Comfort Keepers
05.2020 - 03.2024

Bachelor of Science - Public Health Informatics And Technology

Bowie State University

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