PAOLA LORENZANA
Friendswood,TX
Summary
Strongly seeking the opportunity to further expand and grow in the Events and PR industries, and over time help grow your company's business to new levels with my can-do attitude, drive and determination. I'm social media and tech savvy, persistent, extremely resourceful, and learning based. I have a strong creative side, high energy, and a team player, but also work just as well independently. Detail-oriented and highly creative in putting together resources for small and large-scale events. Excels in coordinating paperwork, tracking schedules and maintaining strong vendor relations.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Fundraiser Event Assistant
United Nations Women Program
2022.05 - 2023.09
- Identified innovative fundraising avenues through research and analysis of current trends within the industry.
- Streamlined event planning processes through effective communication with interantional and national team members and vendors.
- Assisted in creating compelling grant proposals, securing additional funding for organization initiatives.
- Implemented efficient time management practices throughout all stages of event planning, ensuring timely completion of tasks.
- Maintained accurate records of all event-related logistics, facilitating smooth transitions between planning stages and execution phases.
- Collaborated with marketing team to create promotional materials, driving interest in fundraisers among target audiences.
- Created detailed timelines and budgets for events to meet all deadlines.
- Coordinated travel and accommodations for event attendees.
Sales/Assistant to Events Director
ChusxChus
2018.02 - 2022.06
- Celebrity Event Production: Research, contact, and book venues and vendors
- Season Collection - Lounge Sponsorship Sales: Research, contact, and book Event Sponsors
- Coordinate guest lists/RSVP’s (45 guests) and hire/manage volunteers (10)
- Prepare and ship materials and products for events
- Research and coordinate easy travel and hospitality needs for away events
- On-site help at events: Sponsor assistance, Celebrity assistance, check-in, set up, strike, knowledge of venue/sponsors/vendors/etc.
- Train interns and new representatives
- Provide administrative support to the artist and around the office
- Run Office when management is at an away event
- Organize the custody of the unique jewelry that would be on exposition
- Assisted Production from Start to Finish of the Following Events: DANCING THE LINES COLLECTION, DRAGON COLLECTION, CORAZON COLLECTION AND POP UP STORE.
Events Assistant
Violy And Company
2015.01 - 2018.01
- Research and contact vendors and venues
- Prepare, ship, and track materials and products for event
- On-site help at event: set up, strike, client assistance, knowledge of venue/vendors/etc
- Provide administrative support to Events Coordinator and around the office
- Assisted Production of the Art Auctions
- Organized facilities preparation, refreshments and entertainment for gatherings with as many as 100 guests.
Education
Master of Arts - Marketing Management And Research
INSA Business, Marketing And Communication School
Barcelona, Spain07.2010
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management
UNITEC
Tegucigalpa, Honduras11.2008
Skills
- Problem solving
- Strong knowledge of MS Office Suite
- Strong Social Media Skills
- Adobe Photoshop & Illustrator
- Budget Management
- Creative thinking
- Multitasking
- Strong Organization
- Brand Marketing
- Strong Work Ethic
- Dedicated team player
- Pays close attention to detail
- Deadline-driven
- Works well under pressure
Timeline
Fundraiser Event Assistant
United Nations Women Program
2022.05 - 2023.09
Sales/Assistant to Events Director
ChusxChus
2018.02 - 2022.06
Events Assistant
Violy And Company
2015.01 - 2018.01
Master of Arts - Marketing Management And Research
INSA Business, Marketing And Communication School
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management
UNITEC
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