Dedicated and results-driven Event/Sales Manager with a proven track record of planning and executing successful events while exceeding sales targets.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Sales/Events
Stamford Yacht Club
01.2021 - Current
Weekly BEO meetings
Working knowledge of JAM and JONAS
Booking of all events
Events billing
Plan and execute corporate events, weddings, conferences, and trade shows, overseeing all aspects of event management, including budgeting, logistics, and vendor management.
Successfully increased event revenue by 20% through effective sales strategies and client relationship building.
Negotiate and finalize contracts with clients, ensuring mutually beneficial agreements.
Events Manager
Abigail Kirsch | Elior North America
10.2013 - 12.2020
Supervised events and staff from start to finish.
Coordinates with clients and guests to make sure expectations are exceeded, details on BEO are correct and Solve any issues and or problems which may arise.
Oversaw client experiences from conception through post-event, managing on-site preparations, production, and event breakdown, ensuring consistent, high-level service throughout all phases.
Performed various administrative functions, including payroll, administering and promoting associate incentive programs, organizing staff manuals.
Enhanced attendee experience by meticulously planning and executing engaging event agendas.
Assistant Manager
Sangria Cafe
03.2015 - 06.2019
Hiring and onboarding new employees.
Leading front-of-house and back-of-house teams.
Ensuring and measuring guest satisfaction.
Managing inventory, fiancés and payroll.
Oversee daily restaurant operations, including staff management, inventory control, and customer service.
Led a team of 30+ staff members, providing training and guidance to ensure high levels of performance and customer satisfaction.
Developed and executed marketing strategies to increase restaurant visibility and drive sales.