Kathryn Sieracki
Towson,Maryland
Summary
Innovative and forward-thinking Director of Member Events with 8 years of experience leading widely diverse, high-impact events, with proven ability to develop creative, effective and successful event strategies. Passionate public relations and marketing expert with ideal analytical and project management skills for vibrant and fiscally successful events. Dedicated to customer focus, clear communication and satisfied attendee experiences.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Member Events and Activities
Canoe Brook Country Club
08.2021 - 12.2023
- Developed and maintained year-round calendar of events, raised brand awareness and drove organic engagement with members and guests.
- Managed administrative logistics of events planning, event booking, and event promotions.
- Established clear objectives and goals for each event, drove execution toward goals and measured and monitored results to track impact.
- Surveyed and analyzed event and strategy success and orchestrated improvements that increased attendee satisfaction
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers to obtain best rates and services.
- Monitored and controled event expenditures to meet budgets.
Assistant Director of Events
Plainfield Country Club
01.2021 - 07.2021
- Utilized social media to promote events and increase attendance.
- Researched and identified new vendors and suppliers to obtain competitive pricing.
- Evaluated existing plans, processes and events planning services to identify opportunities for improvement.
- Created detailed timelines and budgets for events to meet all deadlines.
- Oversaw event registration process by collecting and tracking attendee information.
Production Manager
Convene
04.2019 - 08.2020
- Consulted with customers to determine objectives and requirements for events.
- Oversaw preparation and management of event budgets to deliver at or below projected costs.
- Acquired contracts and agreements to finalize negotiations and obtain approval signatures.
- Developed detailed event reports, documenting all aspects of each event.
- Implemented protocols and procedures to effectively manage planning process.
Catering Sales Associate
Occasions Catering
03.2018 - 02.2019
- Worked to develop network by identifying and pursuing new leads, attending industry events, and building rapport with clients.
- Helped customers navigate choices between services with support for questions such as terms, pricing, and availability.
- Coordinated with various vendors to establish necessary supplies for events.
- Proactively managed client correspondence and recorded tracking and communications.
- Met with clients to outline desired goals and prepared quotes for overall catering costs.
Banquet Manager
Chevy Chase Club
09.2017 - 03.2018
- Hired, trained and scheduled staff to maintain adequate coverage for successful operations.
- Established and maintained equipment inventory for accurate tracking, record keeping and to avoid loss.
- Liaised with catering department about event changes and implemented requested adjustments.
- Implemented successful strategies to increase member satisfaction.
- Analyzed financial performance of department and adjusted strategies as needed to improve outcomes.
Assistant Manager
Chevy Chase Club
05.2015 - 09.2017
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
- Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast needs.
- Helped with planning schedules and delegating assignments to meet coverage and service demands.
- Mentored team members to enhance professional development and accountability in workplace.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Hospitality And Tourism Management
University of Massachusetts Amherst
Amherst05.2015
Skills
- Coordinating Promotional Events
- Vendor Relations
- Customer Relationship Management
- Creativity and Adaptability
Timeline
Director of Member Events and Activities
Canoe Brook Country Club
08.2021 - 12.2023
Assistant Director of Events
Plainfield Country Club
01.2021 - 07.2021
Production Manager
Convene
04.2019 - 08.2020
Catering Sales Associate
Occasions Catering
03.2018 - 02.2019
Banquet Manager
Chevy Chase Club
09.2017 - 03.2018
Assistant Manager
Chevy Chase Club
05.2015 - 09.2017
Bachelor of Science - Hospitality And Tourism Management
University of Massachusetts Amherst
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