GRACE PORCO
Lakewood,OH
Summary
Skilled Wedding Manager at Orchid House Winery with expertise in event coordination and client communication. Well versed in designing customized floor plans and managing vendor relationships, ensuring seamless event execution. Proficient in Microsoft Suite, event management programs, and problem solving, I deliver exceptional experiences tailored to clients' visions.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Social Media Manager
<ul>
<li>Managed all social media platforms, developing and executing content strategies while designing custom graphics to enhance brand presence.</li>
</ul>
Aurora, Ohio
01.2025 - Current
- Managed all social media platforms, developing and executing content strategies while designing custom graphics to enhance brand presence.
Wedding Manager
Orchid House Winery
<ul>
<li>Responded to initial event inquiries via Tripleseat, The Knot, voicemail, and email, providing detailed information to prospective clients.</li>
<li>Acted as the main point of contact for all client questions throughout the planning process, offering expert guidance and support.</li>
<li>Facilitated booking process from inquiry to final confirmation, ensuring seamless and positive client experience.</li>
<li>Coordinated and led guided tours of the winery for potential clients. highlighting venue features and answering questions tailored to the clients’ vision and event requirements.</li>
<li>Conducted planning meetings with booked clients to discuss event timelines, décor, vendor coordination, and personalized details.</li>
<li>Designed customized floor plans and created Banquet Event Orders (BEOs) to guide staff and vendors during event execution.</li>
<li>Provided day-of coordination services including vendor management, timeline execution, and overseeing setup using the finalized floor plan and</li>
<li>Oversaw invoicing, payment collection, and contract tracking to maintain accurate records and ensure timely processing.</li>
</ul>
12.2023 - Current
- Responded to initial event inquiries via Tripleseat, The Knot, voicemail, and email, providing detailed information to prospective clients.
- Acted as the main point of contact for all client questions throughout the planning process, offering expert guidance and support.
- Facilitated booking process from inquiry to final confirmation, ensuring seamless and positive client experience.
- Coordinated and led guided tours of the winery for potential clients. highlighting venue features and answering questions tailored to the clients’ vision and event requirements.
- Conducted planning meetings with booked clients to discuss event timelines, décor, vendor coordination, and personalized details.
- Designed customized floor plans and created Banquet Event Orders (BEOs) to guide staff and vendors during event execution.
- Provided day-of coordination services including vendor management, timeline execution, and overseeing setup using the finalized floor plan and
- Oversaw invoicing, payment collection, and contract tracking to maintain accurate records and ensure timely processing.
Wedding Coordinator Intern
Sapphire Creek Winery & Gardens
05.2023 - 12.2023
- Coordinated day-of logistics, overseeing setup, vendor arrivals, ceremony timing, and reception to ensure seamless event execution.
- Developed and refined timelines, floor plans, and BEOs to align with each couple's vision and ensure comprehensive planning.
- Assisted with venue tours, client meetings, and vendor communication to ensure smooth coordination and detailed planning.
- Assisted Wedding Manager in planning and executing weddings, contributing to event logistics and enhancing client relations.
Events Intern
Greater Cleveland Partnership (GCP)
05.2022 - 04.2023
- Assisted with restructuring the Events Team to improve efficiency, clarify roles, and enhance overall event execution.
- Planned, managed, and executed a wide range of events from concept to completion, ensuring seamless coordination.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communication, Integrated Marketing Communication, Italian Studies
JOHN CARROLL UNIVERSITY
Lyndhurst, OH12-2023
High School Diploma - Garfield Heights, OH
TRINITY HIGH SCHOOL
Garfield Heights, OH05-2019
Skills
- Social Media
- Event management software
- Event management
- Vendor coordination
- Client relations
- Text marketing campaigns
- Microsoft Suite
- Canva
- Prismm
- Detail-oriented
- Problem resolution
- Interpersonal communication
- Microsoft Outlook
- Event coordination
Timeline
Social Media Manager
<ul>
<li>Managed all social media platforms, developing and executing content strategies while designing custom graphics to enhance brand presence.</li>
</ul>
01.2025 - Current
Wedding Manager
Orchid House Winery
12.2023 - Current
Wedding Coordinator Intern
Sapphire Creek Winery & Gardens
05.2023 - 12.2023
Events Intern
Greater Cleveland Partnership (GCP)
05.2022 - 04.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Communication, Integrated Marketing Communication, Italian Studies
JOHN CARROLL UNIVERSITY
High School Diploma - Garfield Heights, OH
TRINITY HIGH SCHOOL