Summary
Work History
Education
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Peggy S. Echols

Canton,GA

Summary

Seeking a full-time or part-time professional position, willing to explore a new field. Highly-motivated with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Work History

Venue Manager, Catering Director and Wedding Planner

Little River Farms
Milton, GA
03.2014 - 12.2020
  • Developed relationships with clients to ensure satisfaction and repeat business.
  • Managed day-to-day operations of the venue, including supervising staff and overseeing safety procedures.
  • Planned special occasions such as weddings or conferences by determining details such as catering needs and decorations.
  • Created budgets for each event based on estimated costs of food, beverages, staffing.
  • Maintained records of all bookings, payments received and services provided during events.
  • Assisted in hiring new personnel when required to meet staffing demands.
  • Provided training sessions for staff members on topics such as customer service techniques or safety protocols.
  • Implemented strategies designed to increase efficiency while reducing costs associated with hosting an event.
  • Oversaw events hosted for average of 200 people and assisted with crowd control.
  • Negotiated with clients and vendors regarding venue hire packages and pricing options.
  • Participated in community events and developed relationships with public to attract new patrons.
  • Resolved day-of issues with creative problem-solving to seamlessly execute events.
  • Communicated with clients across event planning and execution to deliver exceptional customer satisfaction.
  • Partnered with bride and groom to plan weddings and receptions with up to 250 attendees.

Sales Manager (Catering and Venue Sales)

Talk of the Town Catering and Special Events
Roswell, GA
12.1993 - 03.2014
  • Managed a special events venue, The Chimneys at Big Canoe, for six years
  • Sold venue space and catering, supervised catering staff, ensured the event was perfect
  • I received so many referrals that I eventually left the venue and sold catering to venues north of Atlanta.
  • Established relationships with key clients, while maintaining existing customer base.
  • Trained, coached, and mentored junior sales personnel to ensure success in their roles.

Education

Georgia Perimeter College
01.1977

High School Diploma -

Milton High School
03.1975

Skills

  • Microsoft office, Caterease, Catersource
  • Proven sales record
  • Relationship Building
  • Writing and Verbal Communication
  • Vendor Management
  • Recruitment and Hiring
  • Administrative Management
  • Customer Service
  • Logistics

Timeline

Venue Manager, Catering Director and Wedding Planner - Little River Farms
03.2014 - 12.2020
Sales Manager (Catering and Venue Sales) - Talk of the Town Catering and Special Events
12.1993 - 03.2014
Georgia Perimeter College - ,
Milton High School - High School Diploma,

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