Makenna Plaisance
Tallahassee,Florida
Summary
Dynamic Executive Director with a proven track record at Jeanne Mayo Ministries, leading over 40 successful events and engaging 3,200 attendees. Skilled in project management and team leadership, I streamline operations and foster collaboration, ensuring high-quality results and continuous improvement in all initiatives.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Director of The CADRE
Jeanne Mayo Ministries
03.2021 - 08.2025
- Directed over 40 events, lead served almost 3,200 attendees, and has lead over 1,400 team members in her four years as the Executive Director.
- Managed event logistics and operations such as coordinating schedules, event timelines, and attendee travel/ accommodations.
- Brainstormed and implemented creative event concepts and themes.
- Developed and executed performance management strategies to increase team member engagement and productivity.
- Served as central point of contact for all outside vendors, event attendees, and team members.
- Located bottlenecks to streamline existing processes.
Contract Event Coordinator
Self Employed
04.2024 - Current
- Hired to travel to client locations and take charge of all aspects of event management, overseeing event staff and vendors, troubleshooting issues in real-time and ensuring seamless event flow.
- Mentored and motivates different teams, providing guidance and support to enhance individual and group performance.
- Evaluated existing plans, processes and events planning services to identify opportunities for improvement.
- Provided post-event analysis and feedback to clients, assessing event success and identifying opportunities for future improvements.
Summer Camp Administrative Director
Level Up Youth Sports
06.2020 - 06.2020
- Oversaw office inventory activities by ordering and requisitions and stocking and shipment receiving.
- Updated reports, managed accounts, and generated reports for company database.
- Managed daily phone and email correspondence and handled incoming and outgoing mail, emails, and calls.
- Maintained personnel records and updated internal databases to support document management.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Ministerial Leadership
Southeastern University
Online06-2027
High School Diploma -
Dacula High School
Dacula05-2019
Skills
- Team Leadership – Proven ability to inspire, motivate, and guide teams toward achieving goals and delivering high-quality results
- Collaboration & Teamwork – Skilled in fostering a cooperative and inclusive work environment, encouraging open communication and mutual support
- Detail-Oriented – Exceptional attention to detail, ensuring accuracy and consistency in all tasks and projects
- Problem-Solving – Adept at identifying challenges and implementing effective solutions to ensure smooth operations and success
- Continuous Improvement – Committed to personal and professional growth, always seeking opportunities to enhance skills and knowledge
- Project Management – Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously, keeping teams on track and delivering projects on time and within budget
- Time Management – Expert in managing priorities and meeting deadlines while maintaining high standards of quality
- Positive Attitude – Consistently bring an optimistic and solution-focused approach to challenges, fostering a productive and encouraging work environment
- Relationship Building – Cultivates strong relationships with colleagues through an approachable, lighthearted, and friendly demeanor, promoting team bonding
Timeline
Contract Event Coordinator
Self Employed
04.2024 - Current
Executive Director of The CADRE
Jeanne Mayo Ministries
03.2021 - 08.2025
Summer Camp Administrative Director
Level Up Youth Sports
06.2020 - 06.2020
Bachelor of Science - Ministerial Leadership
Southeastern University
High School Diploma -
Dacula High School
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