Michelle Bellamy-Buck
Chicago,Illinois
Summary
Dynamic Consultant, Chef, and Event Specialist with over 20 years of experience driving corporate sponsorships and event production. Proven success in enhancing relationships with sponsors and celebrities, evidenced by establishing the “Patti LaBelle Medical Education Scholarship Fund” and producing high-profile benefit concerts. Expertise in marketing management and logistics ensures seamless project execution. Eager to leverage unique skills in relationship development, hospitality and event planning to significantly contribute to organizational success.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Consultant, Corporate Sponsors & Relationship Liaison
Promise 2 Live
01.2024 - Current
- Researched and solicited corporate sponsors, fostering strategic partnerships.
- Facilitated relationship development, enhancing stakeholder engagement.
- Orchestrated event planning and logistics to ensure seamless execution
President
Bella Marketing Management, LLC
01.2011 - Current
- Spearheaded marketing and production strategies, driving business growth.
- Managed talent and celebrity relations to optimize brand visibility.
- Developed tour services and special events, enhancing audience reach.
- Streamlined logistics services for optimal efficiency.
- Hired and managed employees to maximize productivity while training staff on best practices and protocols.
- Cultivated strong relationships with external partners to foster collaboration and maximize resources.
Supervisor
City Cruises - Odyssey Navy Pier/Galley
03.2023 - 04.2024
- Supervise and participate in line service.
- Delegated prep for all cruises.
- Maintain inventory and assist in ordering inventory needs.
- Assure kitchen safety and sanitation standards are met.
- Walk through with Event Managers prior to boarding to ensure the needs of passengers and special guests are clear and met.
- Maintained quality food presentation and efficient service.
Cook 3
Royal Sonesta - 312 Restaurant at Allegro Hotel
07.2022 - 12.2022
- Assisted in creating quality recipes and maintaining quality presentation and service.
- Assured kitchen safety and sanitation.
- Participated in all areas of line and assisted in food preparation assuring quality of food.
- Clear communication with front of house and service Banquet management.
Sous Chef
University of Chicago Bartlett Hall (Compass Group)
08.2021 - 03.2022
- Maintain recipes to core standards while ensuring all safety and sanitation standards are met.
- Show quality food presentation in all areas of service.
- Continually gaining culinary expertise and food knowledge.
- Motivate, train, and direct line cooks and staff along with staff scheduling.
- Assisted in planning, ordering, and inventory while ensuring staff had all tools necessary to complete the job.
- Assisted guest service issues and conducted thorough walkthroughs with the front of house prior to opening.
Cook 3, Lead Morning/Lunch
Cambria Hotel/Interstate
04.2017 - 01.2020
- Open kitchen and morning inventory.
- Product receiving and stock.
- Prepared and prep banquets and buffets as well as prep and set up restaurant service.
- Create and prepare hotel staff lunch meals (weekly menu).
- Create, prep and stock lobby grab and go station.
Co-Owner, Operator, Chef
Cafe On The Grove
01.2013 - 04.2016
- Oversaw inventory management and product stocking to maintain operational flow.
- Conducted interviews and hiring processes to build a strong team.
- Managed payroll effectively to ensure employee satisfaction.
- Provided personalized menu services and catering options, responding to customer needs
Consultant, Event Production, Celebrity Liaison
Maya Angelou See Forever Foundation
01.2008 - 01.2010
- Acted as sponsor and celebrity liaison, building impactful partnerships.
- Provided production assistance to ensure high quality event execution.
- Coordinated event logistics for the annual birthday celebration.
Special Consultant, Sponsorship and Events
Unity Journalist of Color
01.2007 - 01.2010
- Coordinated corporate sponsored events during annual convention, ensuring smooth operations.
- Liaison with corporate partners, hotels, catering, venues, and production companies to enhance event experience.
- Managed logistics to facilitate multi event coordination.
Consultant, Product Launch
George Foreman KnockOut Group
01.2007 - 01.2008
- Oversaw marketing and advertising initiatives to boost product awareness.
- Served as a liaison to Mr. Foreman for personal appearances and photo/commercial shoots, enhancing brand representation.
Consultant, Program Manager, Program Manager
National Medical Association
01.1996 - 01.2006
- Established and developed the program for the “Patti LaBelle Medical Education Scholarship Fund”, promoting educational initiatives.
- Produced annual benefit concerts, contributing to fundraising efforts.
- Acted as a liaison to Ms. LaBelle and various celebrities, enhancing event prestige.
- Assisted in planning Continuing Education (CME) and sponsored social events simultaneously during annual conventions.
Education
Bachelor of Science -
Hunter College
New York, NY05.1991
ACF - undefined
Chic/Le Cordon Bleu
05.1993
Skills
- Event planning and execution
- Effective stakeholder communication
- Sponsorship & Partnership Development
- Culinary Operations & Hospitality Management
- Catering & Menu Development
- Inventory & Cost Control
- Nonprofit & Corporate Event Management
- Contract Negotiations & Vendor Relations
- Brand Representation & Clint Relations
- Celebrity & VIP Coordination
- Media & Public Relations
- Team Leadership & staff Training
Accomplishments
Relaunch of full product line under budget and shelved before deadline.
Established and managed Patti LaBelle Medical education Scholarship fund, administered through National Medical Association.
Maintained minimum 350 thousand dollar endowment prior to annual event production expenses
simultaneously managed minimum 8 events and meetings per day during association meetings. with 75 thousand members during 5 day convention,
Certification
CME, CMP, CFA, NSFRE
Awards/Special Skills
Marketing, project management, meeting planning, event planning, budget planning, supervisory skills, drives business growth, understands customer needs, production, talent liaison, logistics, eye for detail, manage customer needs.
Timeline
Consultant, Corporate Sponsors & Relationship Liaison
Promise 2 Live
01.2024 - Current
Supervisor
City Cruises - Odyssey Navy Pier/Galley
03.2023 - 04.2024
Cook 3
Royal Sonesta - 312 Restaurant at Allegro Hotel
07.2022 - 12.2022
Sous Chef
University of Chicago Bartlett Hall (Compass Group)
08.2021 - 03.2022
Cook 3, Lead Morning/Lunch
Cambria Hotel/Interstate
04.2017 - 01.2020
Co-Owner, Operator, Chef
Cafe On The Grove
01.2013 - 04.2016
President
Bella Marketing Management, LLC
01.2011 - Current
Consultant, Event Production, Celebrity Liaison
Maya Angelou See Forever Foundation
01.2008 - 01.2010
Special Consultant, Sponsorship and Events
Unity Journalist of Color
01.2007 - 01.2010
Consultant, Product Launch
George Foreman KnockOut Group
01.2007 - 01.2008
Consultant, Program Manager, Program Manager
National Medical Association
01.1996 - 01.2006
ACF - undefined
Chic/Le Cordon Bleu
Bachelor of Science -
Hunter College