SARA NELSON
New York
Summary
Detail-oriented administrative professional with superb people-skills and public relations experience. Business-savvy with excellent problem solving and decision-making skills. Expert organizer, event planner and social media manager, with a high-organized, detail-oriented approach. Proactive problem-solver with a proven track record for enhancing team performance in high pressure situations. Successfully built and managed Woodland Fusion, demonstrating unparalleled servant leadership and creative marketing strategies.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Assistant to the Chairman and CEO
Cardiff Devils Hockey Organization
11.2021 - 08.2024
- Acted as a liaison for the CEO, executive team, players, and staff members to ensure all teams were properly communicating.
- Created complex schedules for the Senior Leadership Team as well as team travel, transportation, expenses, and invoicing.
- Lead all Event Planning, RSVPs, event decor and catering for our corporate events while assisting Senior Management in building new relationships and networking.
- Managed the Social Media Marketing Team by creating weekly posting schedules for six different social media platforms.
- Organized last minute obligations such as contract deadlines, sponsor expectations, events, or special touches for fans and business partners.
- Presented confidential reports to the CEO, President, and Operations Director that analyzed each departments weekly financial and professional performance.
- Facilitated all player housing and lead the operations of new properties with full renovation.
Corporate Sponsorship Manager
Cardiff Devils
12.2022 - 07.2024
- Organized successful corporate events to increase brand awareness and generate new leads.
- Oversaw details of all corporate contracts and client needs with the CEO while presenting creative ways to increase revenue.
- Boosted morale and strengthened relationships with key partners through professional representation at industry events on behalf of the CEO.
- Managed a diverse portfolio of sponsors, ensuring timely delivery of contractual benefits and maintaining strong relationships.
- Evaluated sponsorship opportunities based on company objectives and alignment with brand values, prioritizing high-impact partnerships.
Serving Manager
Lord Fletcher’s
05.2012 - 07.2024
- Work with management and employees to provide proper training and etiquette, guaranteeing employees have the tools necessary to perform duties and serve customers
- Promote a positive atmosphere by going above and beyond to guarantee each customer receives exceptional service
- restaurant sales while ensuring continuity of service and a genuine customer experience
- Fostered a positive work environment, resulting in low staff turnover and high employee morale.
- Constantly working to increase restaurant sales while ensuring continuity of service and a genuine customer experience
Train and mentor new employees, working to establish trust with new hires to encourage
Addiction Counseling Intern
Hazelden Betty Ford
09.2019 - 03.2020
- Maintained high level of patient confidentiality to comply with all federal and company regulations.
- Counseled clients to help understand and overcome personal, social and behavioral problems.
- Conducted client consultations and collaborated with other agency professionals to discuss courses of treatment.
- Maintained up-to-date clinical documentation via electronic recordkeeping systems.
- Evaluated treatment outcomes using various assessment tools, contributing valuable data to inform future program improvements and best practices.
Business Owner
Woodland Fusion
02.2010 - 04.2012
- Persisted through barriers to build business from the ground up, utilizing an organized business plan to create, modify, and grow business
- Oversaw all business operations and management, supervising and leading a team to ensure the customer experience was second to none
- Successfully completed extensive interview process for seeking employees, professionally vetting and engaging potential hires that aligned with business values and mission Offered customers nutritional products and personal wellness evaluations, holistically engaging every customer to meet their unique health needs
- Engaged in creative and assertive marketing and advertising, promoting business goals, values, and vision that aligned with clienteles unique personal needs
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Capella University
Online12-2022
Addiction Counseling LADC
Minneapolis Community And Technical College
Minneapolis, MN03-2020
Skills
- Training and Development Background
- Creative Problem-Solver
- Report writing and presentation building
- Upbeat, Friendly and Positive
- Meticulous attention to detail
- Exceptional Interpersonal Skills
- Schedule & calendar planning
- Strong problem solver
- Staff management
- Critical thinking
Timeline
Corporate Sponsorship Manager
Cardiff Devils
12.2022 - 07.2024
Executive Assistant to the Chairman and CEO
Cardiff Devils Hockey Organization
11.2021 - 08.2024
Addiction Counseling Intern
Hazelden Betty Ford
09.2019 - 03.2020
Serving Manager
Lord Fletcher’s
05.2012 - 07.2024
Business Owner
Woodland Fusion
02.2010 - 04.2012
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Capella University
Addiction Counseling LADC
Minneapolis Community And Technical College
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