KARA MCKIERNAN
Denver,Co
Summary
Multi-talented Project Coordinator successful at taking on diverse project tasks with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Provides excellent communication, planning and decision-making skills. Highly detail-oriented in problem-solving and planning. Focused on maximizing team productivity with proactive, cross-functional communication and organized approach. Demonstrated track record of accomplishing projects on time and under budge. Offers valuable insight earned over 10+ year career.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Project Coordinator/Event Coordinator
Siemens Energy
Sacramento, CA
03.2011 - 02.2022
- Securing location, partners, and facilitating variety of details (hotels, rental cars, dinner reservations etc.).
- Analyzed past performance data from previous events in order to improve future ones.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure successful project results.
- Coordinating all facets of team builders nationwide.
- Organized and managed all aspects of event planning, including budgeting, scheduling, vendor selection, and promotion.
- Developed comprehensive timelines to ensure timely completion of projects related to events.
- Provided on-site management during events, ensuring the smooth running of activities and resolving any issues that may arise.
- Managed communications between vendors, staff members, sponsors, and guests in regards to event logistics.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors to secure favorable terms while staying within budget requirements.
- Worked closely with internal departments to identify areas needing improvement or change prior to an event.
Senior Flight Concierge
PERSONAL FLIGHT, JET LINX
04.2021 - Current
- Personalized service to our membership base/situations.
- Aircraft management for our owners
- High intensity coordination & creative problem solving in time critical situations
- Maintained accurate records and historical details.
- Trained new concierge staff members by offering constructive feedback to enhance productivity of new hires.
- Highly detail oriented to ensure all aspects of trips are thoroughly thought through and planned.
- Developed strong relationships with key partners in order to ensure smooth operations between departments.
- Utilized basic conflict resolution skills to handle difficult guests and customers.
- Carried out unusual requests, such as searching for hard-to-find items and arranging for exotic services, such as hot-air balloon rides.
GENERAL MANAGER/EVENT COORDINATOR
ROOSEVELT ROOM
02.2015 - 02.2018
- Oversaw event day tasks and responded to last-minute changes and challenges.
- Developed and trained new team members on planning strategies and standard procedures.
- Established and maintained good working relationships with venue managers and suppliers.
- Extensive knowledge of high end craft cocktail standards - globally.
- Organized vendor contracts, negotiated fees, and ensured compliance with all regulations.
- Collaborated with clients to identify their goals and expectations from the event.
- Managed logistics related to transportation, catering, entertainment, decorations for events.
- Led site walk-through and meetings prior to event to go over checklists and delegate assignments to staff.
Event Coordinator
Sullivan's Steak House / Austin, TX
Austin, TX
09.2013 - 02.2015
- Developed calendar, tracking tasks to achieve event objectives.
- Scheduled and monitored event staff to facilitate quality service.
- Inspected event facilities to ensure that conformed to customer requirements.
- Reviewed procedures and operational challenges to uncover service and safety improvements.
- Estimated food and beverage consumption to determine purchasing requirements.
- Established standards for personnel performance and customer service.
- Monitored budgeting process for each event to ensure cost efficiency.
- Created detailed reports outlining event planning progress, timelines, budgets, and other relevant information.
- Collaborated with clients to identify their goals and expectations from the event.
Education
Associate in Arts (A.A.) - Social Science
Austin Community College
05.2012
Skills
- Experienced Strength in Hospitality
- Highly Organized & Detailed Oriented
- Leadership Development
- Passion for Helping People
- Aptitude for Learning
- Public Speaking
- Demonstrated Relationship Building
- Logistics Management
- Operations Oversight
- Workflow Management
- Vendor Relations
- Facilitate Group Discussions
- Maximizing Productivity
- Customer Loyalty
- Project facilitation
Certification
- Feedback & Coaching Certification - Rapport University
- Servant Leadership Certification - Rapport University
- Private Pilot License
Awards
Personal Flight Concierge of the Year 2022
References
Lisa Rueth - Senior Consultant for Siemens - 512.350.3633
Lauren Remy - Vice President of Jet Linx Denver - 714.931.5304
Timeline
Senior Flight Concierge
PERSONAL FLIGHT, JET LINX
04.2021 - Current
GENERAL MANAGER/EVENT COORDINATOR
ROOSEVELT ROOM
02.2015 - 02.2018
Event Coordinator
Sullivan's Steak House / Austin, TX
09.2013 - 02.2015
Project Coordinator/Event Coordinator
Siemens Energy
03.2011 - 02.2022
Associate in Arts (A.A.) - Social Science
Austin Community College
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