Becca Tavano
West Palm Beach,FL
Summary
Experienced event planner with a proven track record, successfully orchestrating over 100 luxury weddings. Expert in project management and client relations, leveraging strong vendor partnerships to enhance event quality and cost efficiency. Recognized for exceptional time management and leadership skills, ensuring seamless execution and outstanding client satisfaction.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Planner | Office Manager
Stunning and Brilliant Events
02.2021 - Current
- Planned 100+ luxury weddings with budgets up to $200k and guest counts up to 340. Managed and coordinated all wedding preparations, ensuring client requirements were met through close communication with couples
- Established strong vendor relationships, leveraging partnerships to secure exclusive discounts and priority services, optimizing event quality and cost efficiency
- Developed tailored budgets based on client needs, monitored expenses to maintain spending, and managed invoicing processes to ensure timely payments and accurate record-keeping
- Provided comprehensive support to clients throughout all stages of wedding planning, from proposals through contract finalization, research and vendor recommendations, extensive collaborative discussions and creation of detailed timelines and event layouts
- Direct supervisor to office personnel and event teams. Led operations to optimize workflows, and ensure seamless execution of events while maintaining high-performance standards
Fine Dining Bartender | Server
Ruth Chris Steakhouse
02.2024 - 01.2025
- Retained extensive knowledge of food and beverage selections
- Communicated with guests and staff to successfully execute food and beverage orders
- Cleaned and organized bar stations to meet company standards of excellence
- Coach junior staff to reflect company standards and values
- Ensured guest satisfaction and built rapport to deliver professional responsive service
Wedding Assistant
Something Blu Events & Olive Street Events
03.2023 - 12.2023
- Assisted with planning, organizing, and executing all aspects of each wedding through managing timelines according to schedule
- Communicated with clients and vendors to ensure responsibilities were met efficiently
- Adjusted to unexpected changes or urgent requests during each event while working in a fast paced environment with flexibility to handle multiple demands
Associate Consultant
PricewaterhouseCoopers
08.2021 - 03.2023
- Project managed teams to monitor project progress, coordinated and facilitated client and internal meetings, led daily stand-ups, tracked risks and dependencies, and ensured deadlines were sufficiently met
- Led regular communications with web developer teams to track progress against overall goals
- Built relationships with clients, key stakeholders, and employees to draft client deliverables, expedite client communication, and facilitate meetings and presentations
Education
Bachelor of Science - Finance
The University of Alabama
Tuscaloosa, AL07-2021
Skills
- Project Management
- Event Planning and Vendor Coordination
- Client Relations and Negotiation
- Time Management and Organization
- Technology Proficiency
- Team Leadership
- Financial Planning
- Attention to Detail
- Adaptability
Timeline
Fine Dining Bartender | Server
Ruth Chris Steakhouse
02.2024 - 01.2025
Wedding Assistant
Something Blu Events & Olive Street Events
03.2023 - 12.2023
Associate Consultant
PricewaterhouseCoopers
08.2021 - 03.2023
Lead Planner | Office Manager
Stunning and Brilliant Events
02.2021 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Finance
The University of Alabama
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