Evan Adkins
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Goal-oriented with distinguished experience in restaurant and retail industries and proven leadership abilities. Expert in increasing productivity and customer satisfaction while driving revenue and sales.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Event Manager / Assistant General Manager
Redbird
10.2017 - Current
- Managed 50+ employees across departments including scheduling and on-site oversight on a daily basis.
- Composed daily analytical reports consisting of revenue reviews, service ROI and event recaps.
- Planned, prepared, and managed event logistics for top tier event venues in Downtown Los Angeles by Coordinating with multiple outside vendors for various events.
- Streamlined event planning processes by implementing efficient project management strategies.
Event Sales Manager
Manuela
11.2023 - 08.2024
- Maximized revenue potential by upselling additional services such as audiovisual equipment rentals or catering options.
- Managed a diverse portfolio of corporate and social events, effectively coordinating all logistics to ensure seamless execution.
- Developed customized event proposals tailored to individual client needs, consistently exceeding sales targets.
- Built a comprehensive database of leads through diligent research into competitor offerings and market trends.
- Increased event sales revenue by developing and maintaining strong relationships with clients.
- Exceeded sales quotas and increased profitability by 30%.
Captain
Kato
11.2022 - 10.2023
- Showed high-level understanding of Michelin standards and practices.
- Applied comprehensive knowledge of food, wine, and spirits to increase guest experience.
Sales Associate
Opening Ceremony
10.2017 - 06.2019
- Built and maintained a robust client book to ensure all sales goals and KPIs were achieved constantly.
- Provided existing and potential clients with first rate service and interfacing in order to build brand exposure.
- Identified and promoted specific merchandise based on social and economic trends.
Operations Manager
Louis Vuitton
05.2016 - 09.2017
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics. Implemented my own method of project management in order to perform above standard.
- Supervised daily operation of multi-million dollar retail operation.
- Facilitated all incoming and outgoing logistics from retail and corporate facilities.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Apparel Merchandising & Product Developmment
Bowling Green State University
Bowling Green, OH05.2016
Timeline
Event Sales Manager
Manuela
11.2023 - 08.2024
Captain
Kato
11.2022 - 10.2023
Event Manager / Assistant General Manager
Redbird
10.2017 - Current
Sales Associate
Opening Ceremony
10.2017 - 06.2019
Operations Manager
Louis Vuitton
05.2016 - 09.2017
Bachelor of Science - Apparel Merchandising & Product Developmment
Bowling Green State University
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