Nikole Harris

Work History

Simpson Housing Services

02.2023 - Current

Exceeded event fundraising goal by 33% from previous year by implementing innovative ideas and initiatives.
Oversaw event logistics, vendor collaboration, contract negotiation, silent auction procurement, and operations.
Achieved 30% in-kind reduction in catering, increased auction revenue by 12%, and ensured success across multiple events.
Served as primary contact for event committee members, managing all communications, coordinating meetings, and recruitment of members.
Managed event data utilizing Raiser's Edge, delivered comprehensive event support through detailed reports to successfully establish the next campaign.
Collaborated with Marketing to generate social media content, including events, program information, and efficiently managing the event website on OneCause platform.

Fulton Brewing

04.2016 - 05.2022

Executed and managed events with 4,000+ attendees, overseeing all aspects to optimize guests' experience and overall success.
Achieved a 50% increase in event sponsorship by collaborating successfully with marketing and sales colleagues with targeted outreach and building trusting relationships.
Boosted vendor participation by 50% by cultivating strategic partnerships through effective, clear communications and incentives.
Increased event participation by 20% through effective marketing via social media, local outreach, newsletters.
Played a pivotal role as a member of the business leadership team, contributing to discussions on strategic 3,5 and 10 year goals, company-wide finances, and budgetary considerations.
Directed day-to-day taproom operations, including, scheduling, team training, event coordination, budget management, and quarterly reviews, achieving a 15% net increase in sales pre-COVID.

Surly Brewing

10.2014 - 04.2016

Coached employees and trained on methods for handling various aspects of service and guest related issues.
Accurately logged server tips and checkouts consistently 4 days a week.

D'Amico and Partners

03.2006 - 10.2011

Demonstrated strong communication skills by fostering client and internal collaboration for the development of weekly events including menus, floor plans, timelines, accurately conveying contract details, and essential vendor information.
Successfully executed a comprehensive overhaul and training initiative for 10 FOH staff on an outdated Point of Sale system, incorporating processes maximizing service efficiency.
Oversaw daily restaurant operations of a staff of 20, including scheduling, training, budgets, payroll, and HR functions.