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Tahnee Penta

Parker,CO

Summary

Energetic and professional Event Coordinator with extensive experience in corporate, personal, and wedding planning. Proficient in creating detailed timelines, managing vendor relationships, and providing seamless events. Supportive and dedicated to delivering smooth and stress-free events experiences for clients. Proactive in identifying and addressing potential challenges arising from managing complex guest lists, tight timelines, and collaboratively working to achieve budget goals. Seeking high-energy environment with opportunity for growth.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Event and Wedding Coordinator

Villa Parker
04.2022 - Current
  • Oversee setup and breakdown of wedding decorations and supplies
  • Complete final reviews of ceremony and banquet area setups to identify and resolve last-minute concerns
  • Develop timelines to ensure ceremony and reception running smoothly
  • Partner with clients to develop personalized wedding plan that fits within budget
  • Respond to customer service inquiries and complaints and immediately resolve issues regarding guest satisfaction
  • Collaborate with bridal couple to clarify vision for wedding and ensure a smooth execution
  • Design and arrange centerpieces, bouquets, and floral arrangements
  • Supervise event team and direct in prioritization and completion of event tasks
  • Liaise between wedding venues, vendors and clients to help plan and deliver successful events
  • Schedule outside services and supply delivery with partner vendors
  • Assist with vendor contracts, negotiating rates and terms with wedding suppliers
  • Ensure all contractual obligations for rehearsal and day of event coordination are fulfilled per contract requirements
  • Over 300 weddings or events

Wedding Planner

Wedding's By Tahnee
03.2018 - Current
  • Created and designed tailor-made wedding plans to maximize client budget, keep client happy and cultivated many referrals and reviews
  • Conducted initial consultation with clients to discuss wedding details, venue options and other logistics to understand vision and budget
  • Directed pace of wedding and reception through multitasking and coordinating with vendors to carry out event as planned
  • Negotiated prices with suppliers, inspected venues and selected vendors to meet couple expectations
  • Handled customer service inquiries and complaints and immediately resolved issues to guest satisfaction
  • Worked closely with clients to develop personalized wedding plan that fit within budget
  • Oversaw setup and breakdown of wedding decorations and supplies.
  • Helped bridal couple select wedding decorations and floral arrangements, menus and music.
  • Scheduled appointments with potential clients to discuss wedding plans
  • Planned and arranged centerpieces, bouquets and floral arrangements

Catering Coordinator

La Cusine
04.2019 - 04.2021
  • Communicated with customers to review catering goals and budget, deliver quotes and proposals, schedule event and carry out catering needs as contracted
  • Analyzed catering orders and coordinated with staff to set up equipment, supplies and menus to meet client expectations
  • Visited venues before events to assess kitchen facilities and make thorough labor and equipment plans
  • Oversaw food preparation and monitored safety protocols
  • Motivated staff to perform at peak efficiency and quality
  • Maintained kitchen cleanliness and sanitation through correct procedures during events
  • Handled incoming company phone calls, addressing customer needs, concerns and deadlines to promote retention and satisfaction

Zookeeper Assistant

Denver Zoo
01.2008 - 01.2012
  • Monitored animals for behavioral problems and signs of health issues
  • Educated visitors and staff on proper animal care and handling and enrichment
  • Kept cages, kennels, play yards, and grooming areas neat and clean
  • Developed and implemented enrichment plans to keep animals healthy and stimulated
  • Monitored animal behavior and completed examinations to identify illnesses, injuries, or potential diseases
  • Supported animal wellbeing by caring for both physical and mental health needs through strategies such as regular exercise and stimulation
  • Trained animals in behavioral compliance or other special routines or commands

Education

Bachelor of Science - Cognitive Psychology / Animal Behavior

University of Colorado
Boulder, CO
05.2009

Skills

  • Client relationships
  • Client Satisfaction
  • Event Design
  • Event Consultations
  • Client Meetings
  • Timeline Development
  • Venue Management
  • Budget Planning
  • Team Coordination

Timeline

Event and Wedding Coordinator

Villa Parker
04.2022 - Current

Catering Coordinator

La Cusine
04.2019 - 04.2021

Wedding Planner

Wedding's By Tahnee
03.2018 - Current

Zookeeper Assistant

Denver Zoo
01.2008 - 01.2012

Bachelor of Science - Cognitive Psychology / Animal Behavior

University of Colorado

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