Kat Jacobs
North Bend,WA
Summary
Experienced business professional with strong focus on driving organizational success and fostering team collaboration. Recognized for adaptability and commitment to meeting evolving business needs. Proven track record in leading cross-functional teams to implement transformative business strategies. Skilled in leadership, project management, and financial management.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Sr. Business Manager
Compass Group @ Microsoft
06.2019 - Current
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop new SOPs.
- Provides accurate reporting of events, catering revenue & metrics.
- Documenting operational tasks and reporting to upper-level management.
- Design daily operational programs that produce organizational objectives.
- Create decks and conduct presentations for SLT & customers.
- Monitored Financial performance and managed budgets to ensure profitability.
- Drove year-over-year business growth while leading operations, strategic vision, and long-range planning.
- Expanded company presence in key markets through targeted marketing campaigns and promotional events.
- Hired, managed, developed and trained staff, established and monitored goals, conducted performance reviews and administered salaries for staff.
Assistant Business Manager
Compass Group @ Microsoft
07.2018 - 06.2019
- Assisted with employee development by providing team training, Counseling, goals, KPI's, and evaluating associates.
- Collaborates with support teams to create an exceptional event environment for employees.
- Conducted weekly meetings to communicate issues and goals, answering and resolving employee questions or concerns.
- Built and maintained strong business relationships with key stakeholders.
Sr. Event Planner
Compass Group @ Microsoft
02.2016 - 07.2018
- Execute internal events for the Microsoft campus including happy hours, product launches, C-Suit, All Hands, meetings, & more.
- Prepare and follow through with the event project timelines for each booking, ensuring all details are covered.
- Schedule appropriate interdepartmental/vendor meetings for operational aspects of coordinating conference/meeting requirements.
- Developing and managing event budgets, including cost-effective strategies and financial tracking.
Education
Fashion Marketing and Management
The Art Institute of Seattle
Skills
- Event Planning & Execution
- Customer Service
- Management & Leadership
- Project Management
- Scheduling & Calendar Management
- Relationship Building & Development
- Analytical and strategic thinking
- Financial Management
- Technical skills: Microsoft Office Suite, SharePoint, & Concur
- Operations Management & Development
Timeline
Sr. Business Manager
Compass Group @ Microsoft
06.2019 - Current
Assistant Business Manager
Compass Group @ Microsoft
07.2018 - 06.2019
Sr. Event Planner
Compass Group @ Microsoft
02.2016 - 07.2018
Fashion Marketing and Management
The Art Institute of Seattle
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