Melissa Diane Foote
McCalla,AL
Summary
Results-driven event planner with extensive experience in program coordination and logistics management. Specializes in organizing community events and facility rentals while ensuring effective vendor management and budget oversight. Delivers outstanding customer experiences that enhance community relations.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Front Desk Receptionist
Great American RV Superstores
Calera, AL
05.2026 - Current
- Served as first point of contact for customers, delivering exceptional customer service and creating welcoming experiences that foster positive impressions.
- Assessed customer needs through targeted inquiries and coordinated with sales personnel to match them with appropriate specialists, streamlining operations and enhancing customer satisfaction.
- Manage financial transactions including payments, returns, warranties, parts, and service with accuracy, professionalism, and attention to detail.
- Researched, selected, and coordinated third-party vendors for company events, managing all aspects of planning and execution to enhance team and client engagement.
Front Desk Administrator & Event Support
PARA (Tingle) Activity Center
McCalla, AL
03.2025 - 05.2025
- Scheduled, booked, and coordinated logistics for community events and facility rentals, acting as the primary liaison between clients, vendors, and staff to ensure successful outcomes.
- Maintained accurate records for memberships and space usage while overseeing daily front desk operations in a public community setting.
- Provided responsive and detail-oriented support for customer and community inquiries, contributing to a positive, engaging public environment.
- Delivered responsive support for customer and community inquiries, fostering a positive and engaging public environment.
Youth Pastor & Events Coordinator
Crossroads Church
Pantego, TX
03.2021 - 11.2023
- Directed youth programming and coordinated special events, camps, service projects, and fundraisers for 50+ youth and families, managing logistical details from planning to execution to enhance community engagement.
- Developed and managed event budgets, procured materials, and tracked expenses to meet financial objectives, ensuring resource allocation supported impactful programs.
- Collaborated with families, leadership, and stakeholders on scheduling, documentation, and communication to facilitate successful events and effective program delivery.
Founder & Event Host
Mad Hatter's Bakery
Arlington, TX
01.2017 - 10.2022
- Founded and operated successful home-based bakery, managing event planning, client communications, marketing, and logistics for private events and tastings to create personalized experiences.
- Planned and hosted promotional events, managing guest experiences, custom menus, decor, and setup to deliver memorable, well-organized gatherings.
- Maintained detailed digital and physical records for orders, customer preferences, and finances, streamlining operations to enhance event delivery and client satisfaction.
- Maintained detailed digital and physical records for orders, customer preferences, and finances to optimize operations and ensure seamless event delivery.
Director
360 ImagNation: Homeschool Co-op
Arlington, TX
01.2016 - 10.2022
- Director of homeschool Co-op which provided social and education events and activities for all school ages. Overseeing comprehensive event planning, parent communications, outreach, and full operational logistics for field trips and educational experiences.
- Planned and hosted engaging events and activities for children, young adults, and parents, including curriculum development for a wide range of ages and abilities to foster attention and engagement.
- Fostered a positive family culture for parents and children through personalized service, attention to detail, and enthusiasm for organizing superior events.
Education
Associate's degree -
Tarrant County College
Fort Worth, TXSkills
- Event & program coordination
- Public engagement
- Vendor coordination
- Logistics & scheduling
- Budget management
- Team leadership
- Customer relationship management
- Administrative operations
- Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Personal Information
Title: EVENT COORDINATOR & COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT PROFESSIONAL
Timeline
Front Desk Receptionist
Great American RV Superstores
05.2026 - Current
Front Desk Administrator & Event Support
PARA (Tingle) Activity Center
03.2025 - 05.2025
Youth Pastor & Events Coordinator
Crossroads Church
03.2021 - 11.2023
Founder & Event Host
Mad Hatter's Bakery
01.2017 - 10.2022
Director
360 ImagNation: Homeschool Co-op
01.2016 - 10.2022
Associate's degree -
Tarrant County College