Tristyn Card
Raleigh,NC
Summary
Enthusiastic event management professional, with 5 years of experience in the non-profit sector and a passion for service. Seasoned volunteer coordinator focused on relationship building and community engagement. Highly skilled project manager, with communications and resource development experience.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Events Director
Communities In Schools of North Carolina
08.2021 - Current
- Launched (2) new signature events that became highly anticipated annual celebrations within the community.
- Developed comprehensive timelines for each project, enabling efficient tracking of progress from inception to completion.
- Streamlined event logistics, reducing costs and improving overall efficiency and attendance.
- Researched and identified new vendors and suppliers to obtain competitive pricing.
- Provided exceptional on-site support during events, including stage management and addressing any issues promptly and professionally.
Lifestyle Director
ASSOCIA
10.2020 - 07.2021
- Create robust calendar of social events and wellness programs to keep clients active
- Facilitate scheduling and guidance for club members and association leaders
- Build strong relationships with local community businesses to foster client engagement
Camp Director; Guest Services Director
POLAR ICE HOUSE CARY
01.2018 - Current
- Develop and lead social, recreational, and educational programs and activities for students
- Guide team of 20+ employees; Facilitate payroll, scheduling, team-building and training
- Grow and report revenues; increased revenues consistently by 4-10% annually
- Process, schedule and facilitate all events, group visits, and reservations
- Train staff on operating procedures, company services, and safety practices
- Maintain customer satisfaction through active listening, clear communication and conflict resolution
Assistant Camp Director
POLAR ICE HOUSE WAKE FOREST
08.2016 - 03.2017
- Supervise students during art projects, games and other activities to foster creative expression
- Mentor camp counselors on effective strategies for relating to students and important life skills
- Develop camp culture centered on collaboration, personal responsibility and inclusion
Director of Corporate and Community Partnerships
BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF WAKE COUNTY
02.2015 - 04.2016
- Facilitate special events including annual Breakfast of Champions banquet ($130k), Appetite for Art Auction ($40k), and Youth of the Year Competition including logistics, sponsorships, acquisitions, script writing, speaker preparation and show production
- Recruit, train and assign volunteers to programs, including corporate partners and assist board members with fundraising efforts and program innovation
- Solicit gifts from community leaders and businesses and promote volunteer engagement opportunities to potential investors by fostering relationships and sharing impact and success stories
- Prepare publications for digital and print formats, including program scripts, event signage, brochures, orientation packets and press releases
Leadership & Development Coordinator
ZEBULON BOYS & GIRLS CLUB
02.2012 - 02.2015
- Lead youth development programs and initiatives
- Develop and implement new programs and events including award-winning theatre productions
- Recruit and supervise volunteers; organize community service opportunities for members and staff
Film and Entertainment Reporter
Clarity Media Group
07.2009 - 04.2012
- Investigate and publish film and entertainment news articles
- Analyze film industry culture and trends
- Copywrite, proofread and research collateral for online outlets
Guest Services Director
POLAR ICE HOUSE CARY; POLAR ICE HOUSE GARNER
03.2017 - 01.2018
- Process, schedule and facilitate all events, group visits, and reservations
- Train staff on operating procedures, company services, and safety practices
- Maintain customer satisfaction through active listening, clear communication and conflict resolution
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Mass Communication
University of North Carolina
Asheville, NC2008
Skills
- Special Events Management
- Written & Oral Communication
- Community Engagement
- Resource Development & Fundraising
- Print & Digital Media
- Vendor and Contract Negotiations
- Interpersonal Relationships
Awards
- Boys & Girls Clubs of Wake County Staff of the Year (2013)
- NC Area Council Award for Program Excellence in The Arts: Jungle Book (2012); Wonderland (2013)
Timeline
Special Events Director
Communities In Schools of North Carolina
08.2021 - Current
Lifestyle Director
ASSOCIA
10.2020 - 07.2021
Camp Director; Guest Services Director
POLAR ICE HOUSE CARY
01.2018 - Current
Guest Services Director
POLAR ICE HOUSE CARY; POLAR ICE HOUSE GARNER
03.2017 - 01.2018
Assistant Camp Director
POLAR ICE HOUSE WAKE FOREST
08.2016 - 03.2017
Director of Corporate and Community Partnerships
BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF WAKE COUNTY
02.2015 - 04.2016
Leadership & Development Coordinator
ZEBULON BOYS & GIRLS CLUB
02.2012 - 02.2015
Film and Entertainment Reporter
Clarity Media Group
07.2009 - 04.2012
Bachelor of Arts - Mass Communication
University of North Carolina
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