SIDNEY URODA
Austin
Summary
Personable and dynamic individual with talent for building strong client relationships and positive, upbeat approach. Well-versed in event planning and logistics, with skills in sales strategy and client management. Focused on driving successful event outcomes and maximizing revenue potential.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Event Sales Director
Parkside Projects
03.2023 - Current
- Fostered individual and team development to improve sales tactics and practices
- Drove monthly and annual sales goals
- Met deadlines while maintaining high-quality deliverables
- Leveraged data and analysis to guide business decisions
- Averaged200,000 in monthly sales growth
- Conducted regular meetings with department heads to review progress towards targets set out in the annual budget plan
Event Production Manager
Parkside Projects
11.2021 - 03.2023
- Created detailed event plans and timelines to ensure projects were completed on time and within budget
- Drove additional sales in bar, food & beverage, and rental projects
- Negotiated contracts with vendors for services such as catering, audio and visual equipment rentals, transportation
- Managed relations with over152 clients per year
- Promoted relationships with DMC's and local management groups
- Planned and developed programs, agendas, budgets, and services according to customer requirements
Event Manager
Peached Tortilla Catering Group
08.2019 - 11.2021
- Cultivated relationships with clients to set, meet, and deliver on expectations
- Leveraged strong relationships with venues, caterers, and vendors to secure event services at competitive prices
- Coordinated with vendors, caterers, and other service providers to ensure all event needs were met
- Conducted post-event analysis reports providing insights into the success or failure of the event
- Supervised vendors onsite during events ensuring they deliver according to their contractual obligations
Technical Design Intern/ Freelance
Curra Collecticve
08.2020 - 10.2021
- Created visuals and renderings communicating product design concepts.
- Brainstormed with peers and other members of design team to determine enhancements and product features.
- Documented each step in product's design process for use in manuals.
- Researched and identified best-fit materials for new products.
Assistant General Manager
Opus Co.
07.2017 - 02.2021
- Enforced quality assurance protocols to deliver ideal customer experiences.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
- Managed employee reviews, training & schedules
- Increased customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving concerns in a timely manner.
Education
Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) - Apparel Design
Seattle Central College
08.2019
Skills
- Vendor Management
- Client Relationship Management
- Excel & Microsoft Systems
- Tripleseat software
- Adobe Software
Timeline
Event Sales Director
Parkside Projects
03.2023 - Current
Event Production Manager
Parkside Projects
11.2021 - 03.2023
Technical Design Intern/ Freelance
Curra Collecticve
08.2020 - 10.2021
Event Manager
Peached Tortilla Catering Group
08.2019 - 11.2021
Assistant General Manager
Opus Co.
07.2017 - 02.2021
Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) - Apparel Design
Seattle Central College
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