TERRI HOWARD

• Developed comprehensive entertainment plans for corporate events, weddings, and other special occasions
• Developed strategic plans for event execution and management.
• Coordinated talent bookings and vendor partnerships for events.
• Advised clients on entertainment trends and identified market opportunities to enhance event appeal.
• Assisted clients in selecting themes, decorations, music, and activities to create cohesive and engaging event experience
• Negotiated pricing agreements with suppliers resulting in cost savings for clients.
• Assisted clients in selecting themes, decorations, music, and activities to create cohesive and engaging event experience.
• Attended networking events to gather insights on industry products and services, enriching client offerings.

• Sustained profitable growth through strategic initiatives.
• Work with high profile clientele
• Ownership, client, and stakeholder relations.
• Identified opportunities to enhance product value, benefiting client experience.
• Created marketing initiatives that promoted hotel events and boosted guest engagement.
• Business process design to impact revenue streams
• Support clientele travel into market
• Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.

• Recruited and onboarded DJs, bands, and audio-visual technicians to enhance entertainment offerings.
• Coordinated scheduling for performers and entertainment staff on game days to optimize audience engagement.
• Managed logistics for pre-game and halftime shows, ensuring flawless execution and audience satisfaction.
• Collaborated with marketing teams to promote entertainment initiatives and programs.
• Managed multiple projects simultaneously within tight deadlines.
• Recruitment of Talent; Holding auditions for all Entertainment teams, Photoshoot.
• Preparation and management.
• Ensured compliance of all legal requirements related to the entertainment industry.

• Choreographed engaging dance routines for NBA home games and special events.
• Conducted auditions and selected dancers to represent the organization during performances and travel.
• Developed training programs to improve dancer skills and team cohesion.
• Coached performers on facial expressions, gestures, and body language to enhance character portrayal onstage.
• Mentored young dancers on proper technique in order to improve their skills.
• Coordinated rehearsals, ensuring smooth transitions between dance segments and game events.
• Evaluated performance feedback to refine choreography for future events and shows.
• Cultivated relationships with local artists to enhance performance quality and inspire creativity.
• Worked with directors to select costumes, music, effects and qualified dancers.
• Collaborated with directors, producers, and costume designers to create the desired effect.
• Monitored progress during rehearsals by providing feedback on individual performances.
• Worked closely with lighting technicians to ensure that every scene was properly illuminated.
• Met project deadlines efficiently to ensure quick turnover of deliverables.

• Coordinated travel itineraries for military personnel and families, ensuring seamless travel experiences.
• Managed flight, accommodation, and transportation bookings to optimize travel logistics.
• Resolved travel-related issues promptly to ensure smooth operations.
• Oversaw budget management for travel expenditures within established guidelines.
• Tracked and reported travel expenses accurately and on time to maintain budget compliance.
• Managed client accounts by providing advice on budgeting, planning trips, booking tickets.
• Responded promptly to customer inquiries concerning flight schedules, fares and other related issues.
• Performed administrative tasks such as filing documents related to travel bookings and reimbursements.

• Coordinate all functions of the hiring process including prescreening applicants, correspondence with applicants, and scheduling interviews with store management.
• Input employment data in Job Requisition System and managed new hire paperwork, orientation, and training sessions for seamless onboarding.
• Handled confidential information with discretion and integrity.
• Organized and maintained filing systems for documents and records, ensuring easy access and compliance.
• Entered data into databases accurately and efficiently.
• Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
• Coordinated support for general office operations, enhancing workflow and team collaboration.

• Designed innovative choreography for university performances and events.

• Crafted choreography aligned with script and music to ensure cohesive performance.

• Produced innovative routines that blended different styles of dance.

• Conducted auditions to identify and select skilled dancers for productions.

• Mentored students in choreography techniques and performance skills.

• Developed and directed community engagement dance workshops to enhance local participation.

• Researched music and other elements needed for creating original works.

• Managed catering operations for large-scale events and corporate functions.

• Conducted engaging sales presentations to clients and ownership, utilizing latest technology to enhance communication.

• Developed targeted strategies that enhanced customer satisfaction and drove sales growth in catering services.

• Negotiate and execute contracts that are fair and profitable.

• Monitored catering budgets and implemented cost-saving measures that optimized resource allocation.

• Scheduled, organized and led food tastings to facilitate selections and surpass expectations.

• Coordinated with vendors to ensure timely delivery of food and supplies.

• Supervised staff during events to ensure smooth service and guest satisfaction.

• Led team meetings to discuss upcoming events, delegate tasks, and address any concerns or challenges.

• Planned menus based on seasonal ingredients and client preferences.

• Oversaw inventory management for kitchen supplies and catering equipment.

• Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally while maintaining good relations with clients.

• Performed dynamic routines during NFL game day performances.
• Collaborated with coaching staff to align dance routines with game strategies, enhancing the overall spectator experience.
• Engaged fans through interactive events and community outreach programs, fostering a sense of community and support for the team.
• Supported promotional campaigns by enhancing social media engagement and facilitating direct fan interaction, increasing team visibility.
• Communicated with diverse group of fellow athletes, coaches, and game officials to maintain positivity and good sportsmanship.
• Developed strong relationships with teammates to enhance group dynamics.
• Facilitated team bonding opportunities outside of practice sessions, strengthening camaraderie and collaboration among teammates.
• Participated in training sessions to master new dance styles and techniques.
• Assisted in auditions and selection of tour group members.
• Represented team in media interviews, articulating the role and impact of cheerleading in sports.
• Reacted to complex game situations quickly and effectively.
• Implemented new social media strategies for sponsors.
• Created game day music under licensing stipulations.
• Stage managed while staying within NFL regulations.