Kaila Sedam
LAKELAND,FL
Summary
Dynamic Event Coordinator with a proven track record at Free Life Chapel, adept in vendor negotiations and staff coordination. Excelled in elevating event experiences through innovative concepts, boosting attendance via strategic social media promotion. Skilled in mentoring teams, showcasing a blend of exceptional organizational abilities and interpersonal skills. Achievements include significant cost savings and process improvements.
Highly organized and detail-oriented professional passionate about executing exceptional events that achieve established goals. Experience with planning, budgeting and coordinating wide variety of both small-scale and large-scale events. Strong communicator and negotiator able to foster relationships with key stakeholders and vendors.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Event Coordinator
Free Life Chapel
08.2021 - Current
- Coordinated schedules and timelines for events.
- Managed event logistics and operations.
- Brainstormed and implemented creative event concepts and themes.
- Developed detailed event reports, documenting all aspects of each event.
- Evaluated existing plans, processes and events planning services to identify opportunities for improvement.
- Implemented protocols and procedures to effectively manage planning process.
- Oversaw event registration process by collecting and tracking attendee information.
- Managed administrative logistics of events planning, event booking, and event promotions.
- Created detailed timelines and budgets for events to meet all deadlines.
- Analyzed event costs to identify areas of improvement and cost savings.
- Utilized social media to promote events and increase attendance.
- Implemented contingency plans to address last-minute changes or unforeseen events.
- Developed and distributed event surveys to gather feedback and assess event success.
Competitive Gymnastics Coach
Gymnastics Etc
10.2020 - 04.2023
- Maintained equipment, facilities and inventory to avoid accidents, mishaps, and damage.
- Developed lesson plans and routines for individual students to meet personal goals and abilities.
- Promoted stretching, mobility work, and proper form to help athletes safely build strength.
- Maintained fun-filled atmosphere with class participants while remaining professional and focused on achievement.
FOH Team Member
Chic-Fil-A
06.2016 - 09.2018
- Helped guests at tables when in need of assistance.
- Reset tables between guests by restocking low items and wiping down surfaces.
- Established welcoming atmosphere by greeting each guest warmly.
- Assisted other team members with bagging food, filling beverages, and retrieving items for guests.
- Trained new staff in front-of-house procedures, customer relations, and cleaning.
- Kept register accurate through correct billing, payment processing, and cash management practices.
- Followed safety and sanitation policies while handling food and beverages to uphold proper health standards.
- Utilized POS system to receive and process food and beverage orders.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Ministerial Leadership
Southeastern University
Lakeland, FL04-2026
High School Diploma -
Heritage High School
Palm Bay05-2018
Skills
- Meeting planning
- Event calendar management
- Scheduling
- Vendor and contract negotiations
- Phone etiquette
- Order taking
- Open-close procedures
- Greeting guests
- Money handling
- Point of sale systems
- Staff coordination
- Training and mentoring
Timeline
Event Coordinator
Free Life Chapel
08.2021 - Current
Competitive Gymnastics Coach
Gymnastics Etc
10.2020 - 04.2023
FOH Team Member
Chic-Fil-A
06.2016 - 09.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Ministerial Leadership
Southeastern University
High School Diploma -
Heritage High School
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