Jessica Raison
West Haven,CT
Summary
Skilled Event Coordination professional, specializing in orchestrating memorable and seamless events both big and small. Adept at coordinating with vendors, managing logistics, and maintaining timelines. Known for exceptional adaptability, and achieving results. Proficient in event planning, budgeting, vendor relations, and overall event execution.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Event Coordinator
FCP Euro
Milford, CT
04.2017 - 04.2026
- Coordinated logistics for events, ensuring seamless execution and adherence to timelines.
- Developed and maintained relationships with vendors, both on site and virtually.
- Managed event budgets, estimating and tracking expenses.
- Led cross-functional teams in planning and executing large-scale events, fostering collaboration among stakeholders.
- Analyzed post-event feedback to identify areas for improvement, driving enhancements for future events.
- Coordinated schedules and timelines for events.
- Oversaw volunteer recruitment and training efforts, building a dedicated team of individuals committed to supporting successful events.
- Coordinated with security services to ensure safety of attendees, addressing potential risks and compliance issues.
- Coordinated travel and accommodations for event staff.
- Oversaw and executed packing and movement of assets to event locations.
Service Advisor
George Harte Infiniti
Wallingford, CT
04.2015 - 04.2017
- Delivered exceptional customer service by addressing inquiries and resolving concerns efficiently.
- Coordinated service appointments, ensuring optimal scheduling for technicians and customers.
- Collaborated with technicians to assess vehicle issues, providing accurate information to customers.
- Educated customers on proper vehicle maintenance, enhancing understanding and fostering long-term relationships built on trust and loyalty.
- Conducted thorough vehicle inspections to identify needed maintenance or repairs, recommending appropriate services to customers.
- Collaborated with parts department to expedite necessary repairs, minimizing downtime for customers vehicles.
Service Advisor
Colonial Toyota
Milford, CT
03.2010 - 04.2015
- Educated customers on proper vehicle maintenance, enhancing understanding and fostering long-term relationships built on trust and loyalty.
- Conducted thorough vehicle inspections to identify needed maintenance or repairs, recommending appropriate services to customers.
- Collaborated with parts department to expedite necessary repairs, minimizing downtime for customers'' vehicles.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing timely and accurate service recommendations.
- Delivered exceptional customer service by addressing inquiries and resolving concerns efficiently.
- Coordinated service appointments, ensuring optimal scheduling for technicians and customers.
Education
High School Diploma - Automotive Technology
Platt Technical Highschool
Milford, CT06-2006
Skills
- Event planning
- Scheduling
- Event setup and breakdown
- Vendor relations
- Events logistics management
Accomplishments
- Oversaw FCP Euros Sunday Motoring Meet growth from conception (naming, branding etc) to hosting 10 meets a year in 4 locations.
- Worked closely with our motorsports team running both activation and Hospitality (IMSA, PWC, and AER).
- Oversaw full activation for FCP Euro during the 2022 Formula Drift season.
Timeline
Event Coordinator
FCP Euro
04.2017 - 04.2026
Service Advisor
George Harte Infiniti
04.2015 - 04.2017
Service Advisor
Colonial Toyota
03.2010 - 04.2015
High School Diploma - Automotive Technology
Platt Technical Highschool