Roy Rodriguez
SAN ANTONIO,TX
Summary
Serious hard working professional. Attention to detail and customer service are my strengths. Thrive under pressure and meeting deadlines. Enjoy working with Teams and helping others get the work done. Task oriented and enjoy numbers/spreadsheets.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Event Planner
Valero Energy Corporation
06.2008 - 05.2024
- Increased event attendance by developing strategic marketing campaigns and engaging promotional materials.
- Coordinated schedules and timelines for events.
- Conferred with event staff at event site to coordinate details.
- Coordinated with participating vendors during event planning.
- Utilized project management skills to keep events on track while meeting deadlines and staying within budget parameters.
- Managed logistics for successful events, including venue selection, contract negotiation, and coordinating with vendors.
- Adapted quickly to unforeseen circumstances or changes in the event landscape, implementing contingency plans as needed.
- Managed event logistics and operations.
- Performed event coordination for larger parties and gatherings.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers, securing cost-effective solutions without compromising quality or service levels.
- Performed face-to-face meetings to finalize contract for services and event details.
- Developed tailored event plans to meet client objectives, ensuring seamless execution and positive guest experiences.
- Developed strong relationships with clients, fostering trust and rapport for ongoing business opportunities.
- Managed budgets effectively, monitoring expenses closely to ensure events were delivered within financial constraints.
- Established working relationships with clients by organizing various events.
- Corresponded with clients to answer questions and resolve issues.
- Implemented post-event evaluations to identify areas of improvement and drive continuous enhancement of future initiatives.
- Optimized event layouts and floor plans to maximize attendee flow and overall experience, minimizing congestion in high-traffic areas.
- Brainstormed and implemented creative event concepts and themes.
- Developed creative themes for events and created related activities to engage attendees.
- Negotiated contracts with venues, vendors and suppliers to obtain best rates and services.
- Trained and supervised event staff to complete tasks on time.
- Evaluated existing plans, processes and events planning services to identify opportunities for improvement.
Education
MBA -
University of The Incarnate Word
San Antonio, TX05.2006
Skills
- Administration
- Event execution
- Vendor negotiation
- Budgeting and finance
- Staffing oversight
- Events logistics management
- Special events planning
- Client meetings
- Conference planning
- Meeting planning
- Vendor and contract negotiations
- Scheduling
- Event calendar management
- Managing events start to finish
- Strategic Planning
- Customer Service
- Problem-solving abilities
- Reliability
- Team Leadership
- Crowd Control
- Professionalism
- Staff Supervision
- Time management abilities
- Safety Regulations
- Logistics Coordination
- Volunteer Coordination
- Detail orientation
- Serve client needs
- Communication Skills
- Large scale events
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Lead Event Planner
Valero Energy Corporation
06.2008 - 05.2024
MBA -
University of The Incarnate Word
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