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Vanessa Vilsaint

Vanessa Vilsaint

Event Coordinator
New York,NY

Summary

Event management professional, skilled in orchestrating memorable and seamless events. Adept at coordinating with vendors, managing logistics, and maintaining timelines. Known for exceptional team collaboration, adaptability, and achieving results. Proficient in event planning, budgeting, and client relations.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications
2
2
Languages

Work History

Event Coordinator

Convene
10.2024 - Current
  • Ensured seamless execution of events with diligent planning and attention to detail.
  • Streamlined communication between kitchen and service staff, ensuring timely and accurate service.
  • Handled escalated customer concerns with speed and knowledgeable support to achieve optimal satisfaction and maintain long-term loyalty.

Corporate Event Coordinator

Condé Nast
11.2023 - 09.2024
  • Facilitated smooth transitions between event segments by creating detailed schedules and providing clear communication to staff and participants.
  • Maintained highly loyal clientele by delivering unparalleled service at every stage of the food and beverage dining experience.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless event execution and positive outcomes.

Private Event Coordinator

Mr. Purple
01.2022 - 03.2023
  • Delivered successful private events by collaborating closely with clients to understand their vision and requirements.
  • Streamlined event planning processes for increased efficiency and reduced costs.

Event Operations Supervisor

Kanopi Atop The Ritz Carlton
10.2018 - 01.2020
  • Assisted FOH and BOH staff with preparing for events, coordinating smooth execution to maximize guest satisfaction.
  • Assisted managers with quickly resolving service- and food-related issues.
  • Managed large-scale events and catering orders, ensuring timely preparation, delivery, and setup to exceed client expectations.

Floor Supervisor

Us Open Tennis Championships- Levy Restaurants
07.2013 - 09.2025
  • Oversaw employee performance, corrected problems, and increased efficiency to maintain productivity targets.
  • Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to improve team productivity and efficiency.
  • Trained new staff on job duties, company policies, and safety procedures for rapid onboarding.

Education

Associate of Arts - Hospitality- Event Planning

New York Institute of Art And Design, New York, NY
05.2022 - 09.2024

Bachelor of Arts - Communications

St. John's University, Jamaica, NY
09.2015 - 2018.05

Skills

Hospitality Specialist

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Languages

French, Haitian Creole

Certification

Food and Beverage License

Timeline

Event Coordinator - Convene
10.2024 - Current
Corporate Event Coordinator - Condé Nast
11.2023 - 09.2024
New York Institute of Art And Design - Associate of Arts, Hospitality- Event Planning
05.2022 - 09.2024
Private Event Coordinator - Mr. Purple
01.2022 - 03.2023
Event Operations Supervisor - Kanopi Atop The Ritz Carlton
10.2018 - 01.2020
St. John's University - Bachelor of Arts, Communications
09.2015 - 2018.05
Floor Supervisor - Us Open Tennis Championships- Levy Restaurants
07.2013 - 09.2025

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