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Myra Ruttenberg

Myra Ruttenberg

Los Angeles

Summary

  • Successful professional with over 25 years experience in several arenas with the primary focuses being high end event production and coordination, interior design and sales and marketing. My strengths and skill set include the following:
  • Organizational Excellence: Highly organized and efficient, adept at managing multiple priorities, including coordinating vendors, contracts, and complex interpersonal dynamics.
  • Interpersonal Strengths: Exceptional ability to work effectively with diverse personalities; patient, empathetic, and skilled at building lasting relationships
  • Problem-Solving: Skilled at thinking outside the box to develop innovative solutions and implement value-driven strategies, such as value engineering.
  • Highly Creative: Strong ability to generate original ideas and approaches, bringing fresh perspectives to challenges and opportunities.
  • Leadership & Team Collaboration: Proven ability to inspire, influence, and guide teams toward success while fostering a culture of collaboration and shared goals.
  • Critical Thinking: Analytical mindset with a talent for evaluating challenges, identifying opportunities, and implementing effective solutions.
  • Adaptability & Quick Learning: Quickly familiarizes with new tools and systems, including working knowledge of Excel, with a highly developed ability to adopt new CRM tools and technologies efficiently.
  • Work Ethic & Dedication: Highly motivated and hardworking, committed to going the extra mile to achieve outstanding results.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

Fundraiser

ADR Foundation for Mental Health and Addition
Los Angeles
04.2024 - Current

Fundraised to expand care services for children and young adults dealing with mental health challenges and addiction.

Interior Decorator

Valentine Design
Los Angeles
01.2024 - Current

Created functional, aesthetically pleasing spaces by planning, selecting, and coordinating elements such as layout, color schemes, furniture, lighting, and materials to meet the needs and preferences of clients while adhering to their budget.

Sales and Marketing

Meredith Marks Caviar
Los Angeles
06.2023 - Current

Company Overview: High-end gourmet boutique food company specializing in Caviar.

Creative marketing and sales for a high-end gourmet boutique food company specializing in Caviar.

High-end gourmet boutique food company specializing in Caviar.

Event Planner

Linda Alpert
Chicago
01.2020 - 06.2023

Proven experience executing high-level events across diverse industries including wine distribution, nonprofit (Home for Our Troops), higher education (Duke University), and entertainment (production companies). Specialized in full-service destination management with a strong focus on seamless logistics, creative execution, and client satisfaction.

Core Competencies:

• Client Consultation & Planning Meetings

• Venue Sourcing & Hotel Site Selection• Room Block Management & Contract Negotiation

• Creative Concept Development & Décor Design

• Food & Beverage Planning & Execution

• Transportation Logistics & Schedule Coordination

• Budget Development & Cost Control• On-Site Event Management & Execution

Business Owner

Body Balance
Chicago
07.1996 - 11.2000

Owned and managed a successful personal fitness training company. Day to day responsibilities included the actual instruction itself as well as the accounting and administration work associated with running a small business.

Education

BA - Fine Arts in Cinema and Film Production

University of Southern California
Los Angeles
01.1992

Latin High School -

Latin High School of Chicago
Chicago
01.1987

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Fundraiser

ADR Foundation for Mental Health and Addition
04.2024 - Current

Interior Decorator

Valentine Design
01.2024 - Current

Sales and Marketing

Meredith Marks Caviar
06.2023 - Current

Event Planner

Linda Alpert
01.2020 - 06.2023

Business Owner

Body Balance
07.1996 - 11.2000

BA - Fine Arts in Cinema and Film Production

University of Southern California

Latin High School -

Latin High School of Chicago
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