Lisah Stouffer
Event Coordinator
Denver,Colorado
Summary
Committed professional provides excellent customer service and works to carry out events to highest of standards. Knowledgeable and experienced in budgeting, vendor management and event promotion and marketing. Adept at problem-solving. Skilled Event Coordinator uses event management software to properly plan, track and manage events. Experienced in working with stakeholders at all levels, from clients to vendors and suppliers. Possesses strong organizational and administrative skills to coordinate multiple projects simultaneously. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Event Coordinator Weddings, Reunions, Team Builds
Colorado Renaissance Festival
06.2018 - Current
- Performed event coordination for larger parties and gatherings.
- Inspected event facilities to confirm conformance to customer requirements.
- Managed administrative logistics of events planning, event booking, and event promotions.
- Acquired contracts and agreements to finalize negotiations and obtain approval signatures.
- Coordinated florists, photographers, and musicians for events.
- Reviewed event bills to confirm accuracy and approve payment.
- Consulted with customers to determine objectives and requirements for events.
- Utilized internal databases to prepare and distribute guest lists, electronic invitations and registration processes.
- Participated in cross-functional team-building activities.
- Communicated with catering, lighting and sound companies to obtain price quotes.
- Managed event logistics and operations.
- Hired, trained and supervised volunteers and support staff required for events.
- Designed and implemented efforts to publicize events and promote sponsorships.
- Worked closely with couples to meet wedding goals, maintain deadlines and resolve complaints or service issues.
- Brainstormed and implemented creative event concepts and themes.
- Developed post-event reports to determine effectiveness of each event.
- Evaluated and selected service providers and vendors according to customer requirements.
- Arranged availability of audio-visual equipment, transportation and displays for various types of events.
- Coordinated schedules and timelines for events.
- Created and maintained event expenditures, budgets and timelines in job-related software.
Field Supevisor/Recruiter
Dept Of Commerce US Census Bureau
05.2021 - 03.2023
- Conducted reference checks, background screening and other pre-employment checks to verify information on applicant's resume.
- Studied job descriptions and qualifications to determine applicant requirements.
- Developed disaster and recovery strategy to prepare company for hazardous weather conditions, nuclear accidents and terrorist attacks.
- Collaborated with HR leadership regarding candidate salary determinations.
- Collaborated with hiring managers to understand job requirements and expectations.
- Developed and implemented plans to improve recruitment process.
- Pre-screened resumes prior to sending to corporate hiring managers for consideration.
- Developed and maintained relationships with external recruiters to obtain referrals to qualified candidates.
- Built strong relationships with internal and external candidates to ensure an excellent hiring experience.
- Assisted with onboarding and orientation of new hires to expedite acclimatization process.
- Collected and analyzed information to monitor compliance outcomes and identify and address trends of non-compliant behavior.
- Improved organizational filing systems for confidential employee records, resulting in improved accessibility and efficiency.
- Advertised job opportunities on social media platforms and job boards.
- Improved office efficiency by effectively managing internal communications and correspondence.
- Collaborated with internal teams to continuously improve recruitment processes and execute as efficiently as possible.
- Placed advertisements, evaluated applicant credentials, conducted initial interviews and pre-screening assessments.
- Coordinated schedules to arrange management interviews with applicants.
- Developed recruiting strategies to identify qualified candidates and build network.
- Evaluated strengths and weaknesses of candidates through effective screening processes.
- Emphasized job benefits and perks to applicants to improve organization's attractiveness.
- Conducted performance reviews and provided feedback to managers on employee performance.
- Conducted phone interviews to assess applicants relevant knowledge, skills, experience and aptitudes.
Survey Clerk
US Census Bureau Regional Office
05.2021 - 03.2023
- Routed business correspondence, documents, and messages to correct departments and staff members.
- Maintained filing system and organized customer documents for easy retrieval of information.
- Coordinated travel arrangements for staff members.
- Edited documents to keep company materials free of grammar errors.
- Coordinated and scheduled meetings and appointments.
- Utilized office management software to record and track customer information.
- Monitored office supplies and made arrangements for restocking of low-stock items.
- Promptly received and forwarded incoming communications, such as phone calls, emails and letters, to appropriate staff.
- Edited and proofread documents for accuracy and completeness.
- Provided quality clerical support through data entry, document management, email correspondence, and overseeing operation of office equipment.
- Managed calendars and scheduled appointments to maintain smooth flow of operations.
- Booked and prepared meeting rooms, making arrangements for availability of refreshments.
- Reviewed files, records and other documents to obtain information to respond to requests.
- Verified transactions, product orders and shipping dates and entered information into databases and reports.
- Kept office supplies well organized and sufficiently stocked, placing orders promptly to replenish materials before depleted.
- Answered and managed incoming and outgoing calls while recording accurate messages for distribution to office staff.
- Processed incoming and outgoing mail and packages according to established procedures.
- Processed documents and materials to disseminate information to appropriate parties.
- Input data into spreadsheets and databases.
- Interacted with customers by phone, email, or in-person to provide information.
- Assisted with onboarding of new employees.
- Supported staff on special assignments and ad hoc projects.
- Compiled and analyzed data to produce reports.
- Made travel arrangements for other employees' business trips, negotiating fair prices on behalf of company.
Election Judge
El Paso County Colorado Elections Department
10.2016 - 11.2020
- Created fair, non-partisan environment to protect free choice of voters.
- Conducted voter outreach by mailing and tracking voter registration cards throughout [Location].
- Prepared written opinions to defend rationale of rulings and inform public of new legal precedent arising from case.
- Obtained signatures and recorded names of voters to prevent voting of unauthorized persons.
- Distributed ballots to voters and answered questions concerning voting procedures.
- Coordinated with [Number]-member team to verify proper placement and quantities of ballots and equipment.
- Collected necessary information from voters to determine correct voting location and ballot.
- Furnished assistance and advice to new voters on proper steps and procedures.
- Developed and managed inventory supply lists and equipment orders to prepare voting units.
- Counted over [Number] ballots to prepare official reports of election results.
- Closed [Number] voting booths by sealing ballot boxes and turning in votes.
Fund Raising Chairperson
Holy Trinity Catholic School Colorado Springs
10.1995 - 05.1999
- Communicated directly with parents and prospective parents to achieve child success.
- Planned, administered and controlled budgets and produced financial reports.
- Evaluated programs and monitored implementation and compliance with regulations to achieve objectives.
- Chaired shareholder meetings, disseminating information, and fielded questions.
- Managed workflow and calendars of Chairman's office to support meeting planning and development.
- Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assisting
Community College of The Air Force
Wichita Falls, TX09.1987
Associate of Arts - History/Poli Sci
Marymount Palos Verdes College
Rancho Palos Verdes, CA06.1984
Skills
- Menu Planning
- Vendor Coordination
- Event Preparation
- Tradeshow Management
- Catering Coordination
- Contract Administration
- Travel and Event Coordination
- Microsoft Office
- Talent Booking
- File Management
- Marketing and Advertising
- Vendor Relationship Management
- Food Service Regulations
- Event Staffing
- Locating Venues
- Fee Collection
- Records Maintenance
- Scheduling
- Guest Relations
- Project Management
- Time Management
- Fundraising
- Event Calendar Management
- Workflow Management
- Meeting Planning
- Staff Management
- Inspect Facilities
- Event Logistics Management
- Organize Transportation
- Public Safety and Security
- Creativity and Adaptability
- Serve Client Needs
- Special Event Planning
- Event Catering
- Media Relations
- Events Requirements Gathering
- Vendor Negotiations
- Managing Events Start to Finish
- Selling Event Products and Services
- Venue Accommodations
- Donor Relations
- Fundraising Events
- Event Supervision
Timeline
Field Supevisor/Recruiter
Dept Of Commerce US Census Bureau
05.2021 - 03.2023
Survey Clerk
US Census Bureau Regional Office
05.2021 - 03.2023
Event Coordinator Weddings, Reunions, Team Builds
Colorado Renaissance Festival
06.2018 - Current
Election Judge
El Paso County Colorado Elections Department
10.2016 - 11.2020
Fund Raising Chairperson
Holy Trinity Catholic School Colorado Springs
10.1995 - 05.1999
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assisting
Community College of The Air Force
Associate of Arts - History/Poli Sci
Marymount Palos Verdes College
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