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Susana Lopez

San Antonio

Summary

Highly organized and detail-oriented professional passionate about executing exceptional events that achieve established goals, both small-scale and large-scale. Strong communicator and negotiator able to effectively foster relationships with key clients and vendors while working in a fast paced and fluctuating environment. Motivated in managing and executing assignments, tasks and special projects efficiently. Exceedingly adept at achieving positive client experiences and overall customer satisfaction.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Event Specialist

Witte Museum
04.2022 - Current

• Directly assist both the Vice President and Director of Events in promoting, selling, and coordinating all venue rentals at the Witte Museum.
• Answer phone calls and relay booking information to clients and conduct initial and follow-up site tours.
• Management of event client files including, but not limited to, contracts, invoices, deposits and all relevant event paperwork.
• Oversee all event details and be on site for client tours and event planning appointments with their caterers and other vendors.
• On site and present during the entirety of the event load in and event load out to assist clients with event logistics and vendors in the venue space.
• Provides logistical support for internal museum events such as member parties, donor receptions and annual museum fundraisers.
• Proficient in event diagramming software with the ability to create detailed event schematics and floor-plan diagrams.

• Able to communicate effectively and very strongly with a wide range of people at all times in any given circumstance.

Event Staff/Stage Manager

CE Group
01.2019 - 03.2022
  • Seek guidance from project managers and team members to execute run of shows.
  • Followed directives of event staff management for each event.
  • Followed all operating procedures and policies at all times.
  • Stage managed a broad variety of events and different kinds of talent.
  • Consistently worked to resolve any arising issues and identifying appropriate escalations and resolutions.


Sales Associate, Sales Manager and Owner

Anniegogglyn Boutique
06.2012 - 12.2019
  • Increased sales revenue by building strong rapport with customers and recommending appropriate products based on their needs.
  • Boosted customer satisfaction levels through exceptional service, addressing concerns promptly, and providing a welcoming store environment.
  • Developed new client relationships by actively engaging with potential customers and highlighting the benefits of our product offerings.
  • Created weekly floor movements, styling and visual merchandising to keep the store in trend and parallel to the demands of client requests.
  • Achieved monthly sales targets consistently by implementing effective sales strategies and maintaining a high level of product knowledge.


Education

No Degree - Liberal Arts And General Studies

University of The Incarnate Word
San Antonio, TX

High School Diploma -

Keystone School
San Antonio, TX
05.2010

Skills

  • Contract Negotiations

  • Logistics Management

  • Event Planning Expertise

  • Operations Oversight

  • Event Sales

  • Vendor Relationship Management

  • Scheduling

  • Client Relationship Development

Languages

English
Spanish

Timeline

Senior Event Specialist

Witte Museum
04.2022 - Current

Event Staff/Stage Manager

CE Group
01.2019 - 03.2022

Sales Associate, Sales Manager and Owner

Anniegogglyn Boutique
06.2012 - 12.2019

No Degree - Liberal Arts And General Studies

University of The Incarnate Word

High School Diploma -

Keystone School
Susana Lopez