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Kayla Steffy

Winter Garden,FL

Summary

Project Coordinator with 5+ years of experience leading transformative projects in Entertainment, Tech, and Travel. Background in design and communications enables excellence as a connecting thread between creatives and stakeholders. Motivated to learn, solve complex challenges, and empower team growth while driving innovation in fast-paced environments.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Communication Design Contractor

LaGuardia Gateway Partners
10.2023 - Current
  • Consulted by CEO of New York City's LaGuardia Airport to align company presentations with strategic objectives of airport's $8 billion redevelopment project
  • Streamlined deck development, implementing efficient workflows, and crafting captivating templates for enhanced internal communication to Board of Directors and Employees.

Parental Leave

Caretaker
07.2018 - 09.2023

Project Coordinator

Incident IQ
02.2015 - 07.2018
  • Spearheaded pre-launch and launch activities for Incident IQ, SaaS solution for K-12 schools, ensuring seamless execution and optimal outcomes
  • Acquired 50 school districts within 1-year activation period, generating $1M in revenue
  • Facilitated development of comprehensive project plans and oversaw progress for six-member Marketing team, driving efficient workflows and timely completion of deliverables
  • Directed end-to-end production of nationwide trade show presences, implementing efficient event management processes to ensure cost-effective operations
  • Achieved 20% reduction in event costs through implementation of scalable exhibits
  • Cultivated strong partnerships with over 30 external vendors and event liaisons, fostering collaborative relationships and ensuring successful event execution
  • Analyzed event data to assess performance, identify insights, and formulate actionable recommendations, aiding data-driven decision-making and optimizing marketing strategies.

Communications Associate

Walt Disney World Resort
06.2013 - 02.2015
  • Played key role in successful 3-year transformation of Downtown Disney into Disney Springs, assisting with internal communication plan development and leading design strategies to enhance Cast Member and Guest experience at Walt Disney World Resort
  • Collaborated cross-functionally to design strategic signage solutions, resulting in 25% reduction in property bottlenecking and improved guest navigation during construction
  • Translated complex project updates into engaging graphics, distributing information to over 70k Cast Members, ensuring organizational clarity and understanding.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts - Graphic Design

The Art Institute of Jacksonville
Jacksonville, FL
12.2013

Project Management Certificate - Currently Enrolled

Google Coursera
Online

Skills

    • Strategic Project Planning
    • Stakeholder Engagement
    • Vendor Management
    • Budget Maintenance
    • Resource & Task Allocation
      • Quality Assurance
      • Adobe Creative Suite
      • Figma
      • Asana
      • Notion

Timeline

Communication Design Contractor

LaGuardia Gateway Partners
10.2023 - Current

Parental Leave

Caretaker
07.2018 - 09.2023

Project Coordinator

Incident IQ
02.2015 - 07.2018

Communications Associate

Walt Disney World Resort
06.2013 - 02.2015

Bachelor of Fine Arts - Graphic Design

The Art Institute of Jacksonville

Project Management Certificate - Currently Enrolled

Google Coursera

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