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Lindsay Wolf

Camas,WA

Summary

Dynamic and results-driven event planning professional with a strong foundation in meetings and events, eager to contribute to a team's success while continually evolving and enhancing skills. Adept to adapting to new challenges and leveraging innovative solutions to drive organizational goals. Committed to personal and professional development, with a passion for the hospitality industry. Innovative Event Producer known for high productivity and efficiency in task completion. Skilled in project management, budgeting, and vendor negotiation to deliver memorable events. Excel at communication, leadership, and problem-solving to meet and exceed event goals.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Event Producer

Tied Together Marketing
04.2022 - Current
  • Directed end-to-end event management processes, encompassing sales kickoffs, trade shows, roadshows, advisory boards, and incentive trips.
  • Managed budgetary line items, including Housing, Audio Visual, Food and Beverage, Graphics/Print, Gifts/Giveaways/Swag, and more.
  • Hotel, venue sourcing, and RFP management.
  • Well-versed in contract negotiations.
  • Site visit planning.
  • Manage registration, housing, contractual clauses and concessions, airfare coordination, and transportation management.
  • Food and beverage planning for events of up to 1,200 attendees in all aspects of event needs and customer vision.
  • Manage event budget, forecasting, and reconciling.
  • Audio-Visual Planning and Guidance.
  • Support agenda communication, breakout assignments, and provide guidance where necessary.
  • Speaker management.
  • Act as the event concierge for speakers, keynotes, and advisory board members.
  • Lead Planner on events, collaborate with the customer throughout planning.
  • Function as the main point of contact on-site with hotel and event venues.

Director of Catering & Banquets

Green Valley Ranch Resort - Station Casinos
08.2016 - 03.2022
  • Responsible for 70,000 square feet of banquet space (indoor/outdoor) with 500 guest rooms.
  • Managed daily operations of Convention Services, Catering Sales and Banquet Department - 100+ Team Members (Including 13 Managers, Executive Banquet Chef, Executive Pastry Chef, Executive Steward).
  • Forecasting revenues, expenses, and reaching corporate allocated budgets.
  • Managing an $18 million dollar P&L line by line for the Catering and Banquet Department and Operations.
  • Designed catering sales promotions with clear objectives.
  • Developed revenue-generating strategies for Catering / Convention Services to achieve a 35% upsell on contracted food and beverage minimums.
  • Responsible for the onsite banquet experience for groups.
  • Streamlined collaboration between Banquet and Culinary teams for optimal quality output.
  • Engaged in quarterly financial reviews with the COO and CFO of Station Casinos.
  • Initiated the Wedding Market at GVR with focus on weddings by hiring a Catering Sales Manager.

Director of Catering & Events

Westin Las Vegas Hotel
11.2009 - 08.2016
  • Oversaw the entire operation of the Catering & Convention Services facility at the Westin Las Vegas and the Westin Lake Las Vegas.
  • Selling and upselling group food, beverage, room rental, ancillary charges, and audio visual.
  • Forecasting revenue and driving to meet the budget.
  • Spearheaded Catering Only Sales Effort by setting revenue and activity goals.
  • Plan and execute events booked by the Sales Department for 5 to 650 guests in attendance.
  • Developed and updated catering menus to align with strategic goals.

Convention Services Manager

Golden Nugget Hotel and Casino
12.2008 - 11.2009
  • Managed comprehensive aspects of meeting and convention planning, involving audio-visual coordination and room reservations.
  • Confirmed that all rooms were ready and attended to throughout the day.
  • Organized banquet checks and reviews with the clients at the end of their meetings on a daily basis.
  • All other job functions are the same as the previous Catering/Convention Services Manager positions.

Meetings & Convention Manager

Las Vegas Hilton
05.2005 - 01.2007
  • Oversaw utilization of 220,000 sq. ft. of meeting space while managing setup requirements for event execution.
  • Forecasted, budgeted and planned long-term strategies for diverse events including high-profile meetings, conferences and social functions.
  • Assisting the meeting planner and multiple clients with last-minute requirements and problem solving.
  • Following up on contract details to ensure that the hotel and client are in accordance with the contract and hotel policies.

Catering/Convention Services Manager

Alexis Park Resort - Las Vegas
04.2002 - 05.2005
  • Similar responsibilities as the above

Education

High School Diploma -

University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Las Vegas, NV

Skills

  • Skilled in Microsoft Applications
  • Proficient in Google Docs
  • Social Tables
  • Cvent Events and Supplier
  • Various hotel programs

Certification

  • Certified Meeting Professional (CMP)
  • Certified Professional of Catering Events (CPCE)
  • Cvent Certified
  • Cvent Diagram Certified

References

  • Jeremy Abbott, Director of Sales, Loews Miami Beach, Jeremy.Abbott@loewshotels.com, (702) 904-0879
  • Deanna Burgess, Corporate Vice President of Sales, Station Casinos, dburgess@stationcasinos.com, (702) 427-8189
  • Marlee May, Event Producer, TTM, mmay@tiedtogether.net, (619) 792-4275
  • Kara DiPietro, Assistant Director of Catering, Caesars Palace, Kara.dipietro@caesars.com, (702) 539-4071

Application Knowledge

  • Microsoft Programs
  • Google Docs/Sheets/Slides
  • Social Tables
  • Cvent: Events & Supplier
  • Various hotel programs

Accomplishments

2018 Catering Professional of the Year (NACE)

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Event Producer

Tied Together Marketing
04.2022 - Current

Director of Catering & Banquets

Green Valley Ranch Resort - Station Casinos
08.2016 - 03.2022

Director of Catering & Events

Westin Las Vegas Hotel
11.2009 - 08.2016

Convention Services Manager

Golden Nugget Hotel and Casino
12.2008 - 11.2009

Meetings & Convention Manager

Las Vegas Hilton
05.2005 - 01.2007

Catering/Convention Services Manager

Alexis Park Resort - Las Vegas
04.2002 - 05.2005

High School Diploma -

University of Nevada, Las Vegas

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