Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Affiliations
Accomplishments
Languages
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Jay Raval

Jay Raval

Lilburn,GA

Summary

Learning professional with exceptional leadership and project management skills in IT field. Well-organized, systematic and diplomatic in building spearheading teams and positive enternmaint. Specialize in Event planning and implementation.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Event Manager

Whizz Entertainment
Norcross, GA
09.2021 - Current

Event Organizing Manager of one on the biggest Indian Community Festival with combined footfall of over 25,000 attendees (Gujarat Garba Mahotsav by Whizz Entertainment consisting a budget of 700k)

  • Organized meetings with vendors to discuss event requirements.
  • Identified new opportunities for growing attendance numbers at future events.
  • Managed registration process for attendees of events.
  • Did Emcee for all the shows
  • Coordinated logistics for events including venue selection, catering, decorations, audio and visual equipment, transportation needs.
  • Increased sales volume by $120,000 from 2022 to 2023 with enhanced marketing strategy to reach more audience for event through social media campaigns.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to secure corporate sponsorships.
  • Managed relationships with existing sponsors, ensuring their needs were met.
  • Researched new marketing opportunities for sponsorships.

Manager

Lal Qila Restaurant
Norcross, GA
01.2023 - 12.2023
  • Developed strategies for improved operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.
  • Oversaw the recruitment, hiring, onboarding, training, scheduling and evaluation of employees.
  • Updated computer systems with new pricing and daily food specials.
  • Resolved and investigated complaints regarding service, food quality and accommodations.
  • Created new menu items based on customer feedback and industry trends.

Manager

Loca Beauty
Norcross, GA
05.2020 - 02.2021
  • Managed daily operations of cosmetics business, including customer service, inventory control, and financials.
  • Developed and implemented new strategies to increase sales and profitability.
  • Supervised staff members in order to maximize efficiency and productivity levels.
  • Provided training and guidance on product knowledge and customer service skills to staff members.
  • Conducted research into competitor activities in order to stay ahead of the competition.

Education

High School Diploma -

Berkmar High School
Lilburn, GA
05.2021

BBA - Computer And Information Systems Security

Georgia State University
Atlanta, GA

Skills

  • Acting
  • Dancing
  • Emcee
  • Strong communication skills
  • Vendor management
  • Event Marketing
  • Brand Awareness
  • Business Growth
  • Logistics Management
  • Social Media Promotion
  • Operations Oversight
  • Special Events Planning
  • Team Collaboration
  • Business Analysis
  • Team Development
  • User Support
  • Project Planning
  • Social Media Marketing
  • Brand Promotion
  • Marketing Campaign Management

Certification

  • Life, Sickness & Accident Insurance License, June, 1 2021
  • Property & Casualty Insurance License, December, 12 2023
  • Real Estate Salesperson License, December, 28 2023

Affiliations

  • Child Actor in Indian TV Industry , worked in Prominent TV shows for over the Span of 3 years
  • actively participate in Community events
  • emcee at local community events,
  • Events coordinator,
  • DJ

Accomplishments

  • Received gratitude certificate from SOOD CHARITY FOUNDATION for serving as a volunteer during the pandemic under "INDIA FIGHTS WITH COVID" Campaign
  • Received Certificate from Durant Williams & Cindy Moffett - principals of Berkmar high school "helping the greater community by producing face masks during the COVID-19 pandemic
  • Received award for my documentary web show in International Gujarati Film Fetival, Chicago 2023
  • Hands on Atlanta
  • Recieved certificate from Hands on Atlanta for community service

Languages

English
Full Professional
Hindi
Native/ Bilingual
Gujarati
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Elementary

Timeline

Manager

Lal Qila Restaurant
01.2023 - 12.2023

Event Manager

Whizz Entertainment
09.2021 - Current

Manager

Loca Beauty
05.2020 - 02.2021

High School Diploma -

Berkmar High School

BBA - Computer And Information Systems Security

Georgia State University
Jay Raval