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Heather McLean

Weston,WV

Summary

I am passionate about creating exceptional experiences for clients and attendees. With over 10 years of experience in the arts and entertainment business, successfully managing events with up to 500 attendees, with ticket sales, and local nonprofit events raising over $40,000 to build an all-inclusive playground for our community. Specializing in program development, event planning, and team leadership.

Proven organizational skills, team leadership, and a successful track record of managing multiple tasks efficiently while ensuring seamless operations with proper delegation.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Parks and Recreation Coordinator

City of Weston
Weston, WV
09.2023 - 04.2025
  • Organized community events to promote recreational activities and engagement.
  • Community and Economic Development, neighborhood revitalization, community outreach, health.

Our goal was to develop a new race course within city limits, executing historical bicycle tours, beautifying city parks, organizing city-wide scavenger hunts, hosting roller skating events, creating a new walking trail, and planning community events with music and activities.

Religious Education Teacher

St. Patrick's Catholic School
Weston, WV
08.2023 - 06.2024
  • Taught religion to Pre-K through 2nd grade classes
  • Developed engaging lesson plans for religious education classes.
  • Facilitated classroom discussions on faith and moral values.

Owner/Head Instructor

Gigi's Dance Academy
LaFollette, TN
08.2016 - 07.2023
  • Open and operated a successful studio
  • Managed day-to-day operations, including but not limited to budgets, transactions, and all financial aspects.
  • Developed programs for each season to ensure client interest and enrollment. Organized and scheduled weekly classes, and created multiple productions and events each year.
  • Collaborated with local businesses and nonprofits to host numerous events for the community.
  • Developed successful relationships with vendors and large retail companies.
  • Cultivated a strong customer service for all my clients/families.
  • Maintained efficiency, smooth operations, and relevance that aligned with our policy and brand.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business

Brown Mackie College
Greenville,SC
01-2012

Skills

  • Event Planning
  • Community outreach
  • Special Events
  • Program development
  • Non Profit engagement
  • Risk assessment
  • Customer relationship management
  • Vendor coordination
  • Public speaking
  • Creative thinking
  • Team management
  • Client engagement
  • Records maintenance
  • Supply inventory
  • Budget and Finance management

Timeline

Parks and Recreation Coordinator

City of Weston
09.2023 - 04.2025

Religious Education Teacher

St. Patrick's Catholic School
08.2023 - 06.2024

Owner/Head Instructor

Gigi's Dance Academy
08.2016 - 07.2023

Bachelor of Science - Business

Brown Mackie College