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Mariel Foster

Jacksonville,FL

Summary

Experienced Event Planner with over 10 years in the industry including budget planning, décor design and setup and day-of coordination.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

VP- Product Management Analyst

CITI
04.2022 - Current
  • Creates weekly business review decks with clear, concise and easy to understand graphics for Executive review.
  • Develops a daily alert dashboard to monitor trends in customer impressions, clicks and application submits through different channels such as mobile, web, branch and phone.
  • Works with internal business partners to develop gather data for reporting needs.
  • Supports the business by performing complex operational and analytic tasks and providing solutions to business issues.
  • Presents product updates to senior management, showcasing progress towards goals and addressing potential risks.

Owner Operator

Fostering success Consultants LLC
02.2021 - Current
  • Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service. Revenue growth in year 2 is a result of 100% referral based business.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
  • Negotiated contracts with suppliers for better pricing and terms, reducing overall costs for the business.
  • Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
  • Enhanced attendee experience by meticulously planning and executing event logistics.
  • Conducted post-event analysis, identifying areas of improvement for future events.
  • Adapted quickly when faced with unexpected challenges or changes in plans, maintaining composure while finding effective solutions.
  • Reviewed event bills to confirm accuracy and approve payment.
  • Attended conferences and events to stay up-to-date with industry trends and planning standards.
  • Trained and supervised event staff to complete tasks on time.
  • Developed creative themes for events and created related activities to engage attendees.
  • Utilized social media to promote events and increase attendance.
  • Coordinated travel and accommodations for event attendees.

Business Analysis Associate II

JP Morgan Chase
08.2014 - 04.2022
  • Worked with internal business partners to develop reporting requirements and analysis of data to assist in meeting operational objectives.
  • Coordinated, lead and effectively problem solved with team members in remote office locations including overseas
  • Supported the business by performing complex operational and analytic tasks and providing solutions to business issues
  • Executed successful user acceptance testing (UAT) scripts for internal technology systems upgrades and reports
  • Functioned as a project manager for special and strategic initiatives projects
  • Created monthly business review decks with clear, concise and easy to understand graphics for Executive review.
  • Generated standard operating procedures for continual training and new associates.
  • Mentored junior analysts on best practices in business analysis techniques, fostering professional growth within the team.
  • Championed process improvement initiatives that led to streamlined workflows and increased operational efficiency.
  • Updated and developed scripts and queries to extract and analyze data from multiple sources.

Education

Wedding Planner Certification -

Wedding MBA
Las Vegas
02.2024

Master of Science in Information Technology -

Florida Institute of Technology
Melbourne, FL
01.2013

Skills

  • Excellent technical troubleshooting, problem solving, and analytical skills
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Events Logistics Management
  • Vendor Sourcing
  • Wedding Trends Proficiency
  • Budget Management
  • Event Setup and Breakdown
  • Venue Selection
  • Contract Execution
  • Menu Planning
  • Event Marketing
  • Volunteer Coordination
  • Post-Event Analysis

Activities

  • Chase Business Resource Groups
  • New Horizons Toastmasters Club- Club Secretary (3 years), Vice President of Education (1 Year)
  • Black Organization for Leadership Development (BOLD)- Business Manager (2 years)

Timeline

VP- Product Management Analyst

CITI
04.2022 - Current

Owner Operator

Fostering success Consultants LLC
02.2021 - Current

Business Analysis Associate II

JP Morgan Chase
08.2014 - 04.2022

Wedding Planner Certification -

Wedding MBA

Master of Science in Information Technology -

Florida Institute of Technology

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