Hi, I’m
Kathya Escobar
Mt. Pleasant,SC
The real test is not whether you avoid this failure, because you won’t. It’s whether you let it harden or shame you into inaction, or whether you learn from it; whether you choose to persevere.
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Summary
Hardworking and reliable Project Manager with strong ability in Event Management. Highly organized, proactive and punctual with team-oriented mentality. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
5
years of professional experience
7
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Palm Beach County Convention Center, West Palm Beach, FL
Event Manager
2022.08 - 2023.10 (1 year & 2 months)
Job overview
- Oversaw all aspects of event production from conception through completion.
- Ensured compliance with applicable laws and regulations related to event planning and operations.
- Managed on-site logistics during events, such as registration set-up, audio and visual equipment setup and breakdown.
Miami Fusion Agency, Miami, FL
Event Specialist - Independent Contractor
2021.11 - 2023.10 (1 year & 11 months)
Job overview
- Managed registration table and provided customer service support to attendees and answered any questions they had about the event.
DoubleTree by Hilton Miami Airport & Convention Center, Miami, Florida
Sales & Catering Coordinator
2019.11 - 2022.08 (2 years & 9 months)
Job overview
- Generated weekly reports summarizing upcoming events, staffing needs, menu items.
- Promoted services to drive revenue, liaising with sales team members, providing quotes and drafting proposals for client presentation.
- Processed invoices for payment after completion of each event.
Rex, Miami, FL
Administrative Assistant
2020.07 - 2020.12 (5 months)
Job overview
- Organized and maintained filing systems for physical and electronic documents, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality of records.
- Answered questions from customers regarding products and services offered by the company.
- Reduced financial discrepancies by accurately analyzing and managing customer orders and invoices
Fashque Designs, Miami, FL
Administrative Assistant
2018.09 - 2019.06 (9 months)
Job overview
- Managed client relationships by responding promptly to inquiries and addressing any issues that arose during the course of a sale.
- Managed database systems containing customer contact information.
- Provided secretarial and office management support while building cooperative working relationships.
Education
Universidad Tecnológica Centroamericana (UNITEC) , San Pedro Sula, Honduras
Master of Arts from Project Management
2015 - 2017 (2 years)
Universidad Catolica De Honduras (UNICAH) , Tegucigalpa, Honduras
Bachelor of Arts from Foreign Affairs
2009 - 2013 (4 years)
Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Delphi
- CSTA
- QuickBooks
- Perfect Fit
- Event Planning; Managing Events Start to Finish
- Project Management
- Social Media
- Contract Negotiations and Administration
- Transportation and Logistics Coordination
Timeline
Event Manager
Palm Beach County Convention Center
2022.08 - 2023.10 (1 year & 2 months)
Event Specialist - Independent Contractor
Miami Fusion Agency
2021.11 - 2023.10 (1 year & 11 months)
Administrative Assistant
Rex
2020.07 - 2020.12 (5 months)
Sales & Catering Coordinator
DoubleTree by Hilton Miami Airport & Convention Center
2019.11 - 2022.08 (2 years & 9 months)
Administrative Assistant
Fashque Designs
2018.09 - 2019.06 (9 months)
Universidad Tecnológica Centroamericana (UNITEC)
Master of Arts from Project Management
2015 - 2017 (2 years)
Universidad Catolica De Honduras (UNICAH)
Bachelor of Arts from Foreign Affairs
2009 - 2013 (4 years)
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
References
- Available upon request
Availability
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International Experience
Project Coordinator
- Project Name: “Gestión De Riesgos De Comercialización Para El Jardín De Paz San Jorge” (Marketing Risk Management for San Jorge Cemetery) • DEPROHVA, Honduras 2016
Project Coordinator
- Project Name: “Mejora En La Productividad Del Proceso De Cultivo Y Embalaje” (Improvement in The Productivity of the Cultivation And Packaging Process) • DEPROHVA, Honduras 2014
References
Available upon request.
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