Sophie Manase
Georgetown,TX
Summary
Results-driven operations and event management professional with expertise in project management, logistics coordination, budget management, and stakeholder engagement. Proven ability to manage $80K–$120K+ events and $500K+ client accounts, leading complex cross-functional initiatives and delivering exceptional client experiences in higher education, healthcare, and luxury events.
Overview
1
1
Certification
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner & Wedding Planner
Sophie Ella Events
06.2024 - Current
- Founded and scaled a boutique event planning company serving private clients with $80K–$120K+ event budgets, overseeing all business operations and client strategy.
- Managed the full event lifecycle from initial consultation through execution, including project management, event design, vendor sourcing, budgeting, timeline development, and production oversight.
- Developed and managed detailed budgets, project timelines, production schedules, and logistics plans across multiple concurrent events.
- Negotiated vendor contracts and oversaw deliverables to ensure projects remained on budget and aligned with client objectives.
- Directed on-site event operations, led vendor teams, resolving real-time challenges, and ensuring successful event execution in fast-paced environments.
Asst. Director of Event Operations & Sales
Southwestern University
01.2025 - 06.2026
- Led end-to-end planning & execution for large-scale external clients, coordinating logistics for programs with 600+ attendees weekly across housing, dining, and campus spaces
- Partnered with cross-functional teams- including marketing, finance, facilities, catering, and campus leadership- to deliver successful client programs
- Direct high-value client accounts totaling up to $500k, managing contracts and billing to boost client satisfaction and retention.
- Supported on-site brand activations and filming for national partners such as Venmo, Honda, DoorDash, and Hydro Flask
- Developed operational guidelines to enhance workflow efficiency for event management teams.
Community Health Outreach Worker
Any Baby Can
Austin, TX
06.2022 - 03.2024
- Partnered with healthcare providers, schools, and community organizations to increase awareness and participation in the Nurse-Family Partnership Program.
- Represented the organization at community events, conferences, and health fairs, delivering presentations and educating diverse audiences on available family support services.
- Coordinated referrals and collaborated with cross-functional healthcare and social service partners to improve access to care and supportive resources.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Global & Community Health
George Mason University
Skills
- Project Management
- Event Planning
- Budget Management
- Customer Relations
- Relationship Building
- Small Business Operations
- Problem Solving
- Canva
- Google Workspace
- CRM Software
- Social Media Management
- Chatgpt
Certification
Google- Foundations of Project Management
Project Management Institute- Certified Associate in Project Management Training
Timeline
Asst. Director of Event Operations & Sales
Southwestern University
01.2025 - 06.2026
Owner & Wedding Planner
Sophie Ella Events
06.2024 - Current
Community Health Outreach Worker
Any Baby Can
06.2022 - 03.2024
Bachelor of Science - Global & Community Health
George Mason University