Shelby Rushing
Overland Park
Summary
Skilled in coordinating and managing diverse events, including corporate meetings, incentives, and large conventions. Demonstrates strong organizational skills with a proven ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring seamless execution. Recognized for creative problem-solving abilities and effective performance under pressure, leading to successful event outcomes.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Client Events Manager
Netsmart
Overland Park
11.2020 - Current
- Facilitate logistics including venue selection, catering, transportation, and accommodation arrangements.
- Coordinate logistics for various events, ensuring seamless execution and guest satisfaction.
- Organize venues, budgets, guest lists, catering, and event timelines.
- Collaborated with marketing teams to design promotional materials that enhanced event visibility.
- Delivered on-site support to address event needs and ensure optimal guest experience.
- Resolved issues during events promptly to maintain seamless execution and guest satisfaction.
Event Sales Coordinator
Topgolf
Overland Park
05.2016 - 05.2020
- Coordinated successful parties, corporate events, and fundraisers, ensuring client satisfaction and repeat business.
- Coordinated event logistics to ensure seamless guest experiences at entertainment venues.
- Collaborated with clients to customize event packages and services based on needs.
- Delivered exceptional customer service by promptly addressing guest inquiries and concerns, enhancing overall guest experience.
- Supported venue sales team in achieving revenue goals through targeted event coordination.
Events & Game Day Operations Intern
Sporting Kansas City
Kansas City
01.2016 - 12.2016
- Executed BEOs for corporate meetings, social events, and special sporting matches, ensuring seamless event delivery.
- Delegated and performed operational functions for 12-person team during Sporting KC home matches, supporting game day presentations, halftime promotional events, coordinating giveaways, and managing media will call.
- Managed setup and breakdown of game day equipment and signage.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mass Communications & Public Relations
Kansas State University
Manhattan, KS12-2015
Skills
- Event logistics
- Customer Service
- Strategic Planning
- Time Management
- Multitasking
- Detail Oriented
- Attention to detail
- Team Player
- Problem-solving
- Positive Attitude
- Social Networking
Timeline
Client Events Manager
Netsmart
11.2020 - Current
Event Sales Coordinator
Topgolf
05.2016 - 05.2020
Events & Game Day Operations Intern
Sporting Kansas City
01.2016 - 12.2016
Bachelor of Science - Mass Communications & Public Relations
Kansas State University