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KATHRYN GULAK
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Summary
Dynamic professional with a solid foundation in event management and hospitality. Expertise in creating memorable experiences while enhancing brand presence through strategic social media initiatives. Cultivates meaningful relationships and fosters an engaging environment that aligns with organizational values.
Overview
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Certification
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender/ Assistant Manager
Fonville Press
Inlet Beach, Florida
03.2024 - Current
- Assist customers as needed, providing excellent service and support.
- Greet guests with friendliness and professionalism.
- Maintains high standards of customer service during high-volume work shifts and fast-paced operations.
- Supports daily restaurant operations and ensured smooth workflow among staff.
Event Hospitality Professional
Better Together Beverage
Santa Rosa Beach, FL
2021 - Current
- Crafted signature beverages and customized menus aligned with client specifications while ensuring high presentation standards.
- Facilitated cocktail seminars, educating guests on mixology techniques and spirit knowledge through engaging demonstrations.
- Delivered professional bartending services for private events, community gatherings, and charity functions.
- Represented company at events to enhance brand awareness and cultivate positive relationships with guests and local partners.
Venue Manager/Stage Manager
Cultural Arts Alliance Of Walton County
Santa Rosa Beach, Florida
2016 - 05.2026
- Managed operations of the venue, including supervising staff and overseeing safety procedures.
- Oversaw music events and assisted with crowd control, safety, and overall success of events.
- Coordinated venue operations to ensure seamless event execution and high guest satisfaction.
Social Media Associate
Spring Run Media
Santa Rosa Beach, Florida
10.2023 - 09.2025
- Maintained a consistent posting schedule across multiple platforms for brand consistency.
- Generated and maintained social media profiles across social media platforms by performing copy writing, posting, reporting and responding tasks.
- Supported SEO initiatives to improve content, keywords, and branding.
Actor/Assistant Teacher
Seaside Repertory Theatre
Seaside, FL
02.2015 - 11.2022
- Engaged students in theatrical improvisational exercises to enhance creativity and teamwork.
- Enhanced performance quality through active participation in various community theatre production roles in theatrical productions at a local community theatre.
- Prepared stages and managed props to ensure smooth production operations.
- Supported professionals with social media management, facilitating timely completion of tasks.
Education
Masters of Arts - Adult Learning, Concentration in Human Resource Development
SUNY Empire State College
Saratoga Springs, NY01-2017
Bachelor of Arts - Theatre Education
Manhattanville College
Purchase, NY05-2012
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts, Focus on Theatre Arts
Orange County Community College
Middletown, NY05-2010
Skills
- Event coordination
- Venue operations
- Time management
- Social media management
- Copywriting
- Community engagement
- Staff supervision
- Attention to detail
- Creative thinking
Certification
- NYS Initial Teaching Certification, K-12 Theatre Arts Education
- FLDOE Drama, 6-12
Timeline
Bartender/ Assistant Manager
Fonville Press
03.2024 - Current
Social Media Associate
Spring Run Media
10.2023 - 09.2025
Actor/Assistant Teacher
Seaside Repertory Theatre
02.2015 - 11.2022
Event Hospitality Professional
Better Together Beverage
2021 - Current
Venue Manager/Stage Manager
Cultural Arts Alliance Of Walton County
2016 - 05.2026
Masters of Arts - Adult Learning, Concentration in Human Resource Development
SUNY Empire State College
Bachelor of Arts - Theatre Education
Manhattanville College
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts, Focus on Theatre Arts
Orange County Community College