Highly-motivated event and conference planning professional skilled in coordinating unique, personalized functions. Collaborates with clients and negotiates with suppliers to deliver on strict budgets and high expectations. Goes above and beyond to deliver professional, bespoke, and smooth-running parties.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work history
Event Specialist/Bartender
Middle James Brewery
Waxhaw, NC
05.2024 - 02.2025
Work with clients, local businesses, and vendors to create corporate, private, and internal events with attendance ranging from 50-500 people
Design floor layouts for events in the brewery and use strategy in creating afloor design that gave customers a fun and personal event experience
Enter and catalog purchase orders for catering events and added inventory
Greet customers and walk them through menu offerings, specials, and daily events
Client Advisor
Hendrick BMW/MINI of Charlotte
Charlotte, NC
01.2023 - 01.2024
Leveraged effective sales techniques, including active listening, objection handling, and closing strategies, to drive successful transactions
Cultivated and maintained strong relationships with clients, earning trust and loyalty through transparent communication and personalized service
Demonstrated in-depth product knowledge across a range of makes and models, highlighting features and benefits to match customer needs
Achieved consistent top-ranking status in sales performance, exceeding monthly and annual sales targets
Managed a diverse client portfolio, including repeat customers, referrals, and new leads, leveraging CRM tools to track and follow up on sales opportunities
Head Merchandiser of the Pro-Shop
Hound Ears Club
Boone, NC
04.2021 - 10.2022
Greeted customers and aided them in finding the product that was wanted amongst the merchandise
Designed floor layouts for next season’s inventory and used strategy in creating a floor design that guided customers from product to product
Ordered Merchandise based on seasonal demand
Frequently Checked inventory not on sales floor and called various vendors nationwide to find specific products wanted by each individual customer
Golf Staff Outside Operations Attendant
Hound Ears Club
Boone, NC
04.2020 - 10.2020
Ensured complete customer satisfaction by being the first to greet and assist members and guests when they arrive at the course
Maintained the condition of the golf carts with special attention to their cleanliness and appearance
Worked Closely with hosts to provide players and important guests with the highest level of customer service and satisfaction
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration, Management
Appalachian State University
Boone, NC
Skills
Exceptional customer service and relationship skills
Familiarity with POS and CRM Systems
Attention to detail and accuracy in order-taking and payment processing
Proven track record of exceeding sales and driving revenue growth