Harper Block
Columbus,OH
Summary
Customer-focused event planner and sales associate bringing strengths in event planning and execution. Strategically handles budgets, resources and spaces for exceptional events. Creative in approaching and solving special event challenges. Strong customer service, organization and time management skills. Dedicated to learning and working to grow my expertise in the field.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sales Intern
SSA LLC
Columbus, OH
05.2023 - Current
- Assisted in planning and executing events, coordinating logistical aspects such as venue selection, catering, decorations, and audio-visual setups, as well as creating detailed event timelines
- Communicated with clients through phone calls, emails, and in-person meetings to understand their needs and provide tailored solutions
- Contributed creative ideas for event themes, activities, and entertainment options, enhancing overall guest experiences during on-site support
- Participated in post-event evaluations with sales, operations, and culinary teams, to gather feedback from clients and attendees, identifying areas of improvement.
Education
B.A&S. in Communications - Communications, strategic communications
The Ohio State University
05.2024
Skills
- Room Setup and Breakdown
- Client Meetings
- Event Billing
- Menu Planning
Affiliations
- Alpha Xi Delta Psi Chapter Sorority, Columbus, Ohio, Bandwidth Finance Chair: Communicated the financial dues with over 150 active members of the sorority to ensure the Ohio State chapter was in good financial standing with the national organization.
- Alpha Xi Delta Event Planning Day Chair: Advanced the Alpha Xi Delta chapter by organizing decorations and planning recruitment themes. Guided members of the chapter to put up decorations and make sure the plan was being executed.
Certification
- American Hotel & Lodging Educational Institute Certificate
Timeline
Sales Intern
SSA LLC
05.2023 - Current
B.A&S. in Communications - Communications, strategic communications
The Ohio State University
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