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Rachel Bermudez

Mercer Island

Summary

Dynamic and experienced event planner with success in overseeing operations, managing staff, and ensuring exceptional guest experiences. Possessing strong organizational skills and a passion for delivering high-quality events, seeking to contribute expertise to a reputable organization.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Event Planner

Solavei
08.2012 - 01.2015
  • Direct and oversee all aspects of venue operations including event planning, decor, vendor and staffing, budget management and customer service
  • Develop and manage the creation and execution of quarterly loyalty program events, including creative, vendor and budget management
  • Manage scheduling, creative budget, execution, and ROI-driven measurement for all promotional campaigns
  • Responsible for end-to-end management of all loyalty programs and promotional campaigns, strategically focused on brand awareness, customer acquisition, engagement, and retention.

Marketing Manager

Car Toys
02.2010 - 04.2011
  • Responsible for managing the execution of all marketing elements that impact 49 retail locations and the Car Toys online business
  • Sole liaison in charge of the relationship between the marketing department and all other departments – including merchandising, Car Toys online, communications and operations
  • Manage CarToys.com site promotions including site placement, product placement, promotional calendar execution and analyzing effectiveness of each marketing element
  • Coordinate with communication and stores to support loyalty promotions and brand
  • Works on a daily basis, and reports to, Car Toys VP of Marketing
  • Managed VP's calendar and events, confidential information and secretarial support
  • Project Manager in the Marketing department for new launches.

Commercial District Manager

CAR TOYS
01.2008 - 09.2010
  • Responsible for marketing, promoting and expanding commercial, fleet, insurance and marine accounts for 5 Car Toys locations
  • Accomplished growth in Central Washington from a 2.3 million dollar territory to a 3+ million dollar territory
  • Personally maintained all existing and new accounts for central and south Washington
  • Responsible for mentoring and coaching 5 Commercial Sales Managers within the territory
  • Commercial District Manager of the Year for 2009.

Education

Bachelor’s of Arts (B.A.) - Communications

UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON
Seattle, WA

Skills

  • Very Organized and Detail orientated
  • Networking Savvy
  • Resilience and Adaptability
  • Passion for Creativity
  • Dedication to Client Services
  • Multi-tasking and Problem Solver

Other Experience

  • MIPA Board Member: 2016 - 2018
  • Pixie Hill Board: 2019 - 2021
  • West Mercer Elementary School PTA: 2022 - Present
  • CEO of my Household which includes three unorganized children, two messy dogs and one needy husband :)

Timeline

Event Planner

Solavei
08.2012 - 01.2015

Marketing Manager

Car Toys
02.2010 - 04.2011

Commercial District Manager

CAR TOYS
01.2008 - 09.2010

Bachelor’s of Arts (B.A.) - Communications

UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON
Rachel Bermudez