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Overview
Work History
Education
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Accomplishments
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Breanna Levy

Breanna Levy

Jackson,MS

Summary

Highly organized and detail-oriented professional passionate about executing exceptional events that achieve established goals. Experience with planning, budgeting and coordinating wide variety of both small-scale and large-scale events. CStrong communicator and negotiator able to foster relationships with key stakeholders and vendors.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Event Coordinator,

Under The Tree Picnics LLC,
Jackson, MS
12.2021 - Current

● CEO, COO
● Nominated 2024 The Best Of Mississippi’s Event Decorator and Coordinator
● Jacksonian Media’s Magazine feature March 2023 edition
● Event coordinator of 50+ major events with 100k attendees annually including corporate events,
private and public events, weddings, etc.
● Equipment rental manager
● Recruit, hire, and supervise teams of event assistants and employees
● Licensed and insured bartender and caterer
● Generate and present event logistics reports on attendance figures, revenue. and budgetary
forecasting.
● Negotiate contracts and invoices.

Event Coordinator

Farish Forward Festival & Expo
Jackson , MS
August - 2024
  • Developed event themes and concepts to ensure successful execution of events.
  • Created detailed reports outlining event planning progress, timelines, budgets, and other relevant information.
  • Ensured effective communication between vendors and suppliers before, during and after the event.
  • Managed logistics related to transportation, catering, entertainment, decorations for events.
  • Assisted guests throughout the duration of an event by providing directions or answering questions about available amenities.

The Creative Revolution Soft Grand Opening,

MS Chosen Film Studios
Jackson, MS
November - 2023
  • ● Served as event coordinator with 100 attendees.
    ● Served as primary liaison and point of contact.
    ● Set up and decorated the event with balloon decor, red carpet, focal point backdrop, and lighting.
    ● Negotiated and administered contracts with food services and cleaning/maintenance vendors.
    ● Sound, camera and lighting assistance

Protect Your Peace Festival,

MS Museum of Arts
Jackson, MS
October - 2023
  • ● Served as event coordinator with 400+ attendees
    ● Served as primary liaison and person of contact
    ● Negotiate and administer sponsorship contracts from major companies including Lululemon,
    Mama Nature’s Juice Bar, Camper Van Coffee, and Baehut Catering.
    ● Recruit, hire, and supervise large teams of event assistants and volunteers.
    ● Negotiate and administer contracts with food services and cleaning/maintenance vendors.
    ● Generate and present reports on attendance figures, revenue. and budgetary forecasting.

Jacksonian Media Magazine Honorary Mixer,

The Plant Venue
Jackson, MS
August - 2023

● Served as event coordinator with 100 attendees
● Catered charcuterie grazing spread
● Set up and decorated balloon focal point and entrance.
● Create and oversee event program and schedule

Dollar General Clearance Sale Event,

Dollar General
Pearl, MS
August - 2023
  • Served as an event decorator for the Pearl store location. Set up and decorated balloon focal points, including the main entrance and ceiling signages.
  • Conducted quality control checks before each event began to ensure everything was set up properly.
  • Oversaw installation of audio-visual equipment at events.

MBAR’s 10 Year Anniversary Re-Grand Opening,

MBAR
Jackson, MS
May - 2023
  • ● Served as event decorator and caterer with 200+ attendees
    ● Catered a charcuterie grazing spread
    ● Managed equipment rentals including cold spark machines, red carpet, champagne wall with
    glasses
    ● Set up and decorated the event with balloon decor of 4 major focal points including the main
    entrance, outside patio, & press conference area.

MS Votes Event Mixer,

The Rookery Cafe
Jackson, MS
January - 2023

● Served as event coordinator and caterer with 100 attendees
● Served as primary liaison and person of contact
● Catered charcuterie grazing spread
● Served as main bartender
● Hired and supervised event assistants and bartenders

Education

High School Diploma -

Callaway High School
Jackson, MS
05-2011

Skills

  • Customer Service
  • Relationship Development
  • Staff Leadership & Mentoring
  • Fast-paced Decision Making
  • Detail oriented
  • Vendor Management
  • Contract Negotiations
  • Event sales and marketing
  • Budget development
  • Communication
  • Problem solving
  • Emergency Preparedness
  • Legal Compliance
  • Permit acquisition
  • Catering Coordination
  • Budgeting and finance
  • Operations Oversight
  • Contract negotiation skills
  • Team mentorship

Accomplishments

  • Collaborated with Crayon Case team in the development The Crayon Case Project.
  • Trained and mentored over 800 + events planning associates.
  • Earned "Event Planner of the Year" Award 2024.
  • Built strong relationships with vendors such as florists, photographers, videographers, musicians, and officiants to take hassle out of wedding planning.
  • Negotiated with vendors to obtain cost-effective services with Jackson State University , AirBNB, & The City with Soul.

Languages

English
Full Professional

Timeline

Event Coordinator,

Under The Tree Picnics LLC,
12.2021 - Current

Event Coordinator

Farish Forward Festival & Expo
August - 2024

The Creative Revolution Soft Grand Opening,

MS Chosen Film Studios
November - 2023

Protect Your Peace Festival,

MS Museum of Arts
October - 2023

Jacksonian Media Magazine Honorary Mixer,

The Plant Venue
August - 2023

Dollar General Clearance Sale Event,

Dollar General
August - 2023

MBAR’s 10 Year Anniversary Re-Grand Opening,

MBAR
May - 2023

MS Votes Event Mixer,

The Rookery Cafe
January - 2023

High School Diploma -

Callaway High School
Breanna Levy