Linda "Lin" Blake

Coordinated office operations to maintain efficient workflow at Skyline Mechanical Inc.

• Organized company events, including holiday parties and team-building activities.
• Oversaw inventory control by tracking supplies and ordering materials as needed.
• Monitored accounts receivable and payable for accuracy of invoices and payments.
• Contacted clients promptly regarding overdue payments to facilitate collections.
• Coded and entered daily invoices using in-house accounting software.

• Streamlined enrollment processes for over 700 full-time students while maintaining accurate records.
• Coordinated communication among parents, students, and school administration to promote engagement.
• Ensured compliance with state and federal regulations regarding student data management.
• Assisted in planning and executing school events for student registration and orientation.
• Facilitated effective communication channels between faculty, advisors, deans, administrators, and students.
• Tracked expenses and managed supplies to support budgeting processes efficiently.
• Developed office procedures to consistently enhance operational efficiency.

• Negotiated rental contracts and executed over 200 events annually.
• Led event processes, overseeing client and venue management with a staff of 15.
• Managed 200 vendor services, including equipment rentals and catering.
• Evaluated staffing needs, recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and training new personnel.
• Created event expense estimates and issued contracts for $25 million in annual revenue.
• Collaborated with department managers and external vendors to ensure seamless operations.
• Maintained donor relations as primary contact for all donor events on and offsite.
• Oversaw all aspects of planning and executing donor events effectively.

• Served as primary contact for Space X, Iridium, National Association of Sports Medicine, 2018 Venture Capital Summit, and Arizona State Contracts under Governor Doug Ducey.
• Coordinated logistics for multiple corporate events and meetings to ensure seamless execution.
• Managed vendor relationships and negotiated contracts, optimizing service delivery.
• Developed comprehensive event timelines, ensuring adherence to crucial deadlines.
• Facilitated effective communication between clients and event staff throughout planning phases.
• Organized attendee registration processes and maintained accurate databases.
• Created detailed agendas to guide meeting flow and engagement activities.
• Supervised on-site staff, guaranteeing smooth operations during events.

• Re-launched small group ministry for multi-site church, driving membership growth.
• Collaborated with Pastoral Staff to align weekly sermons with small group discussions.
• Managed database for all group memberships, ensuring accurate records.

Museums and Libraries of JHU and Peabody Institute

• Established and launched multi-venue private events program from inception.
• Managed donor relations, overseeing endowment management and liaison with foundations and trustees.
• Coordinated donor events, capital investment projects, and special donor collection displays.
• Collaborated with curators, directors, and preservation staff to enforce space rules and protect collections.
• Increased annual revenues through seasonal pricing strategies and commissionable catering contracts.
• Developed strong partnerships with museum and library personnel at JHU and The Peabody Institute.

• Coordinated large-scale events for diverse clients at Marriott Area Sales Office.
• Reserved space, equipment, and personnel to facilitate successful events.
• Conducted site inspections and provided tours of facilities to potential clients.
• Developed event timelines to ensure smooth execution and high client satisfaction.
• Led pre-event meetings to align team roles and responsibilities for optimal performance.
• Facilitated post-event evaluations to gather feedback and enhance future planning.
• Participated in industry events to network and gain insights.