Kendall Adams
Memphis,TN
Summary
Skilled event specialist with expertise in project management, problem-solving and team leadership. Strengths lie in ability to efficiently manage multiple tasks, develop strategic plans and ensure successful execution of operational goals.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Specialist, Event Strategy & Planning
ALSAC St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
Memphis, TN
12.2023 - Current
- Developed event themes and concepts to ensure successful execution of events.
- Coordinated with internal teams to ensure timely delivery of products and services for events.
- Monitored budgeting process for each event to ensure cost efficiency.
Community Relationship Manager
Wonder Dog Training and Games
Memphis, TN
03.2023 - 12.2023
- Developed and maintained relationships with local community partners.
- Collaborated with internal departments to ensure successful outreach initiatives.
- Organized community events to build brand awareness and encourage engagement.
Sales Coordinator
River City Casino & Hotel
St. Louis, MO
03.2022 - 03.2023
- Coordinated venue sales for 2 casinos and hotels
- Lead weekly meetings with directors of five departments
- Facilitated tours, tastings, rooming lists and orchestrated cooperate and social events for up to 600 guests
Sales Manager
Abbott Events
Kansas City, MO
08.2021 - 02.2022
- Managed venue sales for 4 premiere wedding venues
- Created and distributed proposals and contracts
- Answered leads and provide answers to all client questions
Sales and Events Assistant
Callicoon Hills Resort
Callicoon Center, NY
03.2021 - 08.2021
- Managed rooming lists for up to 150 guests of several weddings
- Facilitated multiple events simultaneously
- Worked directly with all aspects of hotel, restaurant, and venue coordination
Intern / Clerical Assistant
Sixty-West
Dexter, MO
08.2017 - 04.2021
- Managed accounts payable
- Assisted with investor relations for real estate development
Education
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT
University of Mississippi
05-2020
Skills
- Salesforce
- Social media design
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Project management
- Photo editing
- Creative
- Reliable and professional
- Team player
Volunteer Experience
- 18 Fore Life Event Planning and Volunteer, Dexter, MO
- Founder of Drive Fore Life, Dexter, MO
- Big Event Volunteer, Oxford, MS
- Champions Are Readers, Oxford, MS
- Double Decker Art Festival Volunteer, Oxford, MS
Timeline
Specialist, Event Strategy & Planning
ALSAC St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
12.2023 - Current
Community Relationship Manager
Wonder Dog Training and Games
03.2023 - 12.2023
Sales Coordinator
River City Casino & Hotel
03.2022 - 03.2023
Sales Manager
Abbott Events
08.2021 - 02.2022
Sales and Events Assistant
Callicoon Hills Resort
03.2021 - 08.2021
Intern / Clerical Assistant
Sixty-West
08.2017 - 04.2021
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT
University of Mississippi
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