Marcela Lopez
Miami,FL
Summary
-Highly organized and detail-oriented, passionate about executing projects that achieve established goals.
-Dedicated to consistently meeting expectations of clients and completing projects with attention to detail and quality.
-Collaborates well with other team members and willing to help in any capacity to complete jobs.
-Applying creative and analytical approach to operations for continuous process improvement.
-Skilled at identifying or anticipating problems and providing solutions.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Event Planner
We Are Voicer
06.2018 - Current
- Consulted with customers to determine objectives and requirements for events.
- Inspected event facilities to confirm conformance to customer requirements.
- Developed creative themes for events and created related activities to engage attendees.
- Negotiated contracts with venues, vendors and suppliers to obtain best rates and services.
- Acquired contracts and agreements to finalize negotiations and obtain approval signatures.
- Created and maintained event expenditures, budgets and timelines in job-related software.
Event Manager
Carolina Toledo-Younger
12.2022 - Current
- Managed administrative logistics of events planning, event booking, and event promotions.
- Coordinated with kitchen or catering staff on delivery, timing and service style of food.
- Liaised with clients to determine exact event requirements.
- Oversaw preparation and management of event budgets to deliver at or below projected costs.
Event Coordinator
Makaira Events
08.2022 - 12.2023
- Coordinated schedules and timelines for events.
- Managed event logistics and operations.
- Managed administrative logistics of events planning, event booking, and event promotions.
- Performed event coordination for larger parties and gatherings.
- Inspected event facilities to confirm conformance to customer requirements.
- Arranged availability of audio-visual equipment, transportation and displays for various types of events.
Social Media Manager
Juguetelandia
07.2013 - Current
- Increased customer engagement through social media.
- Developed marketing content such as blogs, promotional materials and advertisements for social media.
- Monitored online presence of company's brand to engage with users and strengthen customer relationships.
- Analyzed and reported social media and online marketing campaign results.
- Analyzed competitor pages to locate backlink and keyword opportunities.
Construction Project Manager
Magma Creations LLC
06.2020 - 08.2022
- Developed and presented detailed analysis of investment performance, portfolio attributes and benchmark composition to evaluate investment strategies.
- Researched on real estate market trends to support portfolio decisions.
- Created and executed aggressive investment strategies to increase returns.
- Lead people's work in their different specialties, for the process of remodeling houses.
- Focus on the design of the house, optimizing, expenses in materials and labor timing.
- Directed day-to-day operational aspects of project and scope and monitored progress of construction activities.
Restaurant Owner
Pita Stop
08.2017 - 06.2020
- Effectively managed payroll and timekeeping, and paperwork for new hires and terminations.
- Conducted health, safety, and sanitation process evaluations to identify and remedy any violations immediately.
- Met, greeted, and encouraged feedback from customers and used feedback to implement positive changes within restaurant.
- Reviewed pricing and ordered food ingredients, kitchen appliances, and supplies.
- Orchestrated positive customer experiences by overseeing every area of operations.
- Set employee schedules, delegated work, and monitored food quality and service performance.
- Continuously evaluated business operations to effectively align workflows for optimal area coverage and customer satisfaction.
Restaurant Manager
Tutos Cuisine
01.2016 - 03.2020
- Managed daily operations to ensure a high level of efficiency, consistency, and quality in both food and service.
- Reduced staff turnover rate with effective leadership, open communication, and employee development opportunities.
- Enhanced guest experience by regularly reviewing feedback and implementing necessary improvements.
- Oversaw inventory management processes to minimize waste and maintain optimal stock levels for seamless operation.
- Promoted a positive work environment with proactive conflict resolution strategies and team-building activities.
- Developed comprehensive marketing plans for special events, promotions, and community outreach efforts to boost brand visibility.
- Coordinated catering services for private events, delivering memorable experiences while maximizing profits.
- Correctly calculated inventory and ordered appropriate supplies.
- Monitored inventory of supplies and purchased orders to maintain adequate stock levels.
- Assisted in development and implementation of new menus to offer variety and options to customers.
Education
Real Estate Agent -
Edgewater Real Estate Academy
Miami, FL05.2021
College Degree - Administrative Engineering
Escuela De Ingeniería De Antioquia
Colombia07.2013
Skills
- Market Analysis
- Meeting Planning
- Business Growth
- Project Management
- Business Administration
- Pricing Negotiation
- Marketing and Advertising
- Budget Development
- New Business Development
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
A1
English
Upper intermediate
B2
Additional Information
Nationality: Medellin, Colombian
Residence: Miami, Fl
Date of birth: 09/03/1990
Timeline
Event Manager
Carolina Toledo-Younger
12.2022 - Current
Event Coordinator
Makaira Events
08.2022 - 12.2023
Construction Project Manager
Magma Creations LLC
06.2020 - 08.2022
Event Planner
We Are Voicer
06.2018 - Current
Restaurant Owner
Pita Stop
08.2017 - 06.2020
Restaurant Manager
Tutos Cuisine
01.2016 - 03.2020
Social Media Manager
Juguetelandia
07.2013 - Current
Real Estate Agent -
Edgewater Real Estate Academy
College Degree - Administrative Engineering
Escuela De Ingeniería De Antioquia
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