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Morinsola Fifo

Morinsola Fifo

Washington,,DC

Summary

Energetic and welcoming custodian of hospitality with over a decade of experience in managing; organizing; and coordinating assignments involving people. Proven track-record with a commitment to quality and service with flexibility in every scenario. Stellar transformer of ordinary activities into high impact memorable experiences. Engaging interpersonal and communication skills. Seasoned experience in sales; meeting deadlines; working independently and leading teams in high-paced environments to get results.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Event Planner (Hybrid-Remote)

Mor* than-A Party
DC & Nationwide
04.2008 - Current

Emerging regional event planning & interior decor business

  • Managing and facilitating logistics to ensure the event runs smoothly from conception to realization from booking venues; to catering; transport; lodging; entertainment; and rentals
  • Establishing lasting relationships with clients by bringing their visions to life; collaborating and negotiating with trusted vendors to fulfill client needs all while keeping within budget
  • Developing proposals to improve event quality by researching new vendors, and referring provided services to clients thereby filling in gaps for services; closing sales and exceeding expectations
  • Specifying staff and vendor requirements and coordinating their activities in order to guarantee each task for the event is carried out successfully
  • Creating styles; looks; and themes for events and interior spaces with a strong attention to detail through solid expertise in art; design and decor
  • Proactively handling any unforeseen issues that arise on site and troubleshooting where necessary providing the ultimate satisfaction to clients

Marketing & Catering Manager

Chick-fil-A
Silver Spring, MD
10.2021 - 08.2022
  • Organized an elite intimate emotional connections marketing process that grew catering sales by over 100% leading to 4 back to back record breaking months in the catering business.
  • Planned marketing strategies, campaigns, events and promotions to keep pace with industry changes in order to boost sales in four major distribution channels-catering, delivery, carryout and mobile.
  • Garnered awareness and coverage of the business and brought traction to the brand through heavy social media marketing, networking and layers via Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Google & Yelp

Bridal Stylist

David's Bridal, Inc.
NY & DC, Areas
07.2016 - 06.2017
  • Drove sales and met performance targets by styling brides and their parties from head to toe according to the bride's vision, figure and budget
  • Built bridal clientele for the company by dedicating care and attentiveness to each bride's individual needs thereby becoming a top leader in customer service performance ratings
  • Liaised with the alterations department in conjunction with experience in fashion design to lead bridal parties to the perfect fit for all their wedding day garments

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology

University of Maryland, College Park
College Park, MD
2009

Associate of Applied Science -

Parsons School of Design
New York, NY
2013

Pepper Hamilton National Pre-Law Undergraduate Students Scholar (PLUS) -

Villanova University
Villanova, PA
2007

Skills

  • Client Relations
  • Planning & Coordination
  • Management
  • Interior & Exterior Decor
  • Trend Research
  • Administration
  • Fine Art & Design
  • Marketing
  • Fundraising
  • Community Development
  • Persuasive Writing
  • Public Speaking
  • Commission Sales
  • Campaign Organizing
  • Event Support
  • Event planning proficiency
  • Event clean-up
  • Live events
  • Sales Events
  • Event setup
  • Corporate events

Affiliations

  • Community Director, Dream Mentorship (2021 - Present)
  • Board of Trustees, Alumni Association (2019-Present)
  • Group Leader, Times Square Church (2017-2019, 2021 -2023)
  • National Youth Service Corps, Nigeria (2010 - 2011)
  • Citizenship & Leadership Training, Outward Bound (2004)
  • Junior Achievement Scholar (2003)

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
Ondo
Professional
Yoruba
Limited
French
Limited

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote

“Faith is taking the first step even when you don’t see the whole staircase.”
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Timeline

Marketing & Catering Manager

Chick-fil-A
10.2021 - 08.2022

Bridal Stylist

David's Bridal, Inc.
07.2016 - 06.2017

Event Planner (Hybrid-Remote)

Mor* than-A Party
04.2008 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology

University of Maryland, College Park

Associate of Applied Science -

Parsons School of Design

Pepper Hamilton National Pre-Law Undergraduate Students Scholar (PLUS) -

Villanova University
Morinsola Fifo