Kaylyne Ford
Monroe,MI
Summary
Ambitious and results-driven professional with a passion for delivering exceptional customer service and fostering collaborative environments. Adept at managing multiple responsibilities in fast-paced settings, with a strong focus on efficiency, organization, and continuous improvement.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Corporate Event Coordinator
King of Budz Cannabis Company
07.2023 - Current
- Organized and executed large-scale corporate events for 500+ attendees, ensuring smooth logistics and optimal guest experiences.
- Cultivated strong vendor relationships to secure sponsorships for corporate parties, providing exclusive product perks for staff.
- Coordinated event sponsorships for high-profile events including Toledo Pride, Detroit Pride, Arts Beats and Eats, Michigan City Boat Races, County Fairs, and Hash Bash.
- Led guerrilla street marketing initiatives at major events such as Chicago St. Patrick's Day Parade, Detroit Tigers Opening Day, Lions Football Games, and Detroit Movement Festival, engaging 5,000-10,000 attendees per day with promotional materials and call-back coupons.
- Planned and executed in-store holiday events, overseeing entertainment, vendors, and food trucks, while managing vendor relations and securing necessary city permits.
- Showcased company culture through thoughtfully planned events that resonated with targeted audiences.
Executive Assistant
King of Budz Cannabis Company
07.2023 - Current
- Played a key role in the successful opening of three company locations by coordinating and leading comprehensive staff training across all roles, developing updated training documents and onboarding activities for new employees.
- Utilized QuickBooks to create and manage purchase orders across six company locations, ensuring streamlined procurement processes.
- Managed company checks and credit card transactions, ensuring timely payments to staff, vendors, and suppliers. As well as processing travel expenses and reimbursements for the executive team.
- Developed product training materials for two in-house product lines, educating 500+ staff members across multiple locations.
- Managed executive calendars, scheduling meetings and appointments and coordinating travel arrangements to optimize time.
Computer Technician Level 1
Monroe Public Schools
03.2023 - 12.2023
- Provided technical support for district devices, including iPads, Dell Chromebooks, and HP Chromebooks, during state testing and school events across a 12 building school district.
- Managed systems such as PowerSchool, Incident IQ, Google Admin, Apple School Manager, FileWave, and Microsoft applications, overseeing device tracking, repairs, and purchases.
- Performed device repairs, including replacing LCD screens, mother/daughter boards, speakers, batteries, ports, and jacks.
- Delivered excellent customer service, responding to help desk inquiries and resolving technical issues for district staff and students.
Sales Representative
Michigan Pure Painting, LLC
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Demonstrated product knowledge and negotiation skills during in-home client estimates, achieving over $650K in sales in a 9 month period.
- Managed customer relationships using Salesforce CRM, tracking sales, revenues, deposits, and client communications.
- Effectively utilized time management skills to meet sales targets, consistently exceeding expectations in a competitive environment.
- Increased repeat business by fostering trust-based relationships with key accounts through regular communication.
Education
Bachelor of Business Administration - Marketing, Professional Sales
The University of Toledo
Toledo, OH12.2023
High School -
Monroe High School
Monroe, MI01.2019
Skills
- Event planning
- Vendor management
- Budget management
- Project management
- Technical troubleshooting
- Training development
- Marketing initiatives
- Time management
Certification
- Microsoft Word and Excel Certified
- Google Level 1 & 2 Certified
- Proficient in Leaf Link, QuickBooks, Google Sheets, Google Calendar
Timeline
Corporate Event Coordinator
King of Budz Cannabis Company
07.2023 - Current
Executive Assistant
King of Budz Cannabis Company
07.2023 - Current
Computer Technician Level 1
Monroe Public Schools
03.2023 - 12.2023
Sales Representative
Michigan Pure Painting, LLC
01.2022 - 01.2023
High School -
Monroe High School
Bachelor of Business Administration - Marketing, Professional Sales
The University of Toledo
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