JENNY HOLLADAY
Freelance Team Building & Entertainment Facilitator
Santa Cruz,CA
Summary
Dynamic and client-focused professional with extensive expertise in delivering memorable experiences at parties, corporate events and team building activities. Proven ability to build instant rapport, influence decisions, optimize organizational flow and lead group projects. Transitioning to sales with strong interpersonal, persuasion and relationship-building skills.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
RESEDENTIAL ORGANIZER
Sorted
01.2025 - Current
- Developed personalized organizing systems for clients, enhancing efficiency and reducing clutter.
- Implemented strategies for space optimization, resulting in improved functionality for residential areas.
- Conducted thorough assessments of client needs, leading to tailored organizing solutions, establishing long-term goals and fostering sustainable routines.
- Maintained strong client relationships through effective communication, contributing to repeat business and referrals.
TEAM BUILDING FACILITATOR
Sand Guys International
06.2014 - Current
- Facilitated instruction on basic sand carving techniques to teams of associates in mock contests.
- Increased participant engagement by incorporating interactive play and ensuring participants developed clear communication to reach common goals.
- Coordinated logistics prior to and during events, ensuring seamless execution and participant satisfaction.
- Notable clients include EBay, EA Games, Google, Meta and Genentech.
EVENT EXPERIENCE CONSULTANT/ARTIST
Bay Area Face Painters
05.2011 - Current
- Combining artistic skill with client requests to create unique designs enhancing event engagement with clients.
- Increased client base through effective marketing efforts, such as social media promotion and networking with event planners.
- Successfully managed challenging situations with grace and professionalism, such as calming anxious children or working in inclement weather conditions.
- Trained and mentored new artists, fostering skill development and team cohesion.
- Collaborated with various vendors to ensure seamless execution of events and increased repeat business through strong relationships with clients
- Client list includes YouTube, Netflix, Facebook, Adobe and Google.
SALES ASSOCIATE & POP UP VENDOR
Synergy Clothing
02.2013 - 10.2015
- Responsible for set up of pop up shops and sales at music festivals throughout the United States
- Excelled in dynamic, unpredictable environments by rapidly troubleshooting and implementing on-the-spot solutions to operational challenges
- Handled all aspects of a mobile retail business, including logistics, inventory control, merchandising, and financial transactions
- Provided exceptional customer service by actively engaging with clients and addressing their needs.
- Assisted in inventory management by restocking shelves and organizing products for delivery.
TEACHER
Oakland Unified School District
09.2005 - 06.2009
- Franklin Elementary: Music, K. Created and carried out lessons in sound and songs, 2008-2009.
- Chabot Elementary: Phys, Ed., K-5. Designed and implemented physical and play based curriculum, 2006-2007
- Jefferson Elementary: Phys. Ed., K-5. Designed and implemented physical and play based curriculum, 2005-2006
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology and Black Studies
University of California Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara, CA01.2002
Skills
Organizing systems
Data entry
Networking skills
Community outreach
Event Planning
Client communication
Logistics coordination
Team collaboration
Timeline
RESEDENTIAL ORGANIZER
Sorted
01.2025 - Current
TEAM BUILDING FACILITATOR
Sand Guys International
06.2014 - Current
SALES ASSOCIATE & POP UP VENDOR
Synergy Clothing
02.2013 - 10.2015
EVENT EXPERIENCE CONSULTANT/ARTIST
Bay Area Face Painters
05.2011 - Current
TEACHER
Oakland Unified School District
09.2005 - 06.2009
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology and Black Studies
University of California Santa Barbara