INGRID ROMERO

Spring,USA

Summary

Dynamic and relationship-driven Project and Event Coordinator with a strong background spanning community relations, large-scale event logistics, and educational program leadership. Proven track record in orchestrating high-impact events and fundraisers for up to 200+ attendees, managing vendor networks, and negotiating contracts to maximize budget efficiency. A bilingual communicator (English/Spanish) adept at fostering strategic partnerships with members and sponsors.

Overview

years of professional experience

Work History

Office & Event Administrative Assistant

NORTH HOUSTON ASSOCIATION

Spring, TX

01.2022 - 01.2026

High-Impact Event Execution: Spearheaded end-to-end logistics for monthly committee meetings, board meetings, and a large-scale fundraising event for up to 200+ attendees, managing venue sourcing and negotiating contracts with local vendors, and registration operations.
Fundraising Coordination: Managed operational logistics for the annual corporate Golf Tournament fundraiser, driving committee timelines, tracking deliverables, and coordinating volunteer teams to ensure seamless execution.
Stakeholder Communication: Served as the central liaison for guest speakers and executive board members; compiled critical meeting packets, biographies, and presentations to facilitate smooth, professional agendas across 4 active committees.
New Member Onboarding: Overhauled and maintained the new member onboarding lifecycle and digital database, acting as the primary point of contact to build long-term retention and engagement from day one.
Office Organization & Supply Management: Oversaw office supplies inventory and ensured an organized and welcoming environment for staff and visitors, supporting effective meetings for the executive committee and enhancing overall office operations.

Intermediate School Teacher: English Language Arts

KLEIN ISD & SPRING ISD

Spring, TX

01.2008 - 01.2022

Strategic Program Management: Designed, evaluated, and executed structured educational programs aimed at achieving measurable development outcomes and fostering engaging learning environments.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partnered with multidisciplinary teams, specialists, and school leadership to align expectations, optimize institutional resources, and ensure program compliance.
Collaborative Partnership: Partnered with parents, teachers, coaches, and administrators, to share student progress and academic goals, securing the trust and resources needed to support the growth of over 150 students.
Data-Driven Adjustments: Collected and analyzed program performance data to strategically pivot operational and instructional plans, maximizing resource efficiency and participant success.

Education

Teacher Certification - Generalist 4-8

LeTourneau University

Houston, TX

Bachelor of Science - Human Services

University of Phoenix

Ontario, CA

Associate of Arts & Associate of Science - undefined

Victor Valley College

Victorville, CA

Skills

Event & Logistics Management: Vendor Negotiation, Contract Sourcing, Budget Coordination, RSVP & Sign-in Operations
Business Development & Relations: Stakeholder Engagement, Strategic Partnerships, Fundraising, Account Management

Educational Programming: Program Coordination, Community Outreach, Public Speaking, Workshop Facilitation
Operational Excellence: Project Lifecycle Management, Cross-Functional Leadership, MS Office Suite, Database Tools

EARLY CAREER HISTORY

Long-Term Substitute Teacher | Bailey Middle School | Spring, TX
School Community Liaison (Bilingual / Outreach) | Vina Danks Middle School | Ontario, CA
Administrative Support & Front Office Coordinator | Pomona Valley Surgery Center | Pomona, CA
Health Educator / Public Speaker | Public Health Department | San Bernardino, CA
Education

Languages

Spanish

Full Professional

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