Veneisha Gordon
Bellaz Events
Orlando,FL
1
Certification
11
years of professional experience
Hospitality and Event Operations leader with 20+ years of experience managing large-scale events, driving revenue growth, and delivering exceptional guest experiences. Proven success generating $800K+ annually in catering and event sales while coordinating 80–90 events per year. Skilled in event logistics, vendor partnerships, contract negotiations, team leadership, and operational execution.
Work History
Catering Operations & Wedding Event Manager
5 Years 2 Months- Achieved approximately $800,000 in catering and event revenue through effective business development and client relationship management.
- Executed coordination and management of 80–90 weddings, corporate events, and social functions annually.
- Streamlined management of event timelines, contracts, client consultations, payment collection, and event logistics.
- Increased referrals and revenue by developing strategic partnerships with venues, vendors, and community organizations.
- Enhanced guest experiences by recruiting, training, and supervising event staff.
- Optimized event operations and customer relationships through Honeybook and Monkeymedia.
- Elevated service excellence by successfully resolving client concerns and operational challenges.
- Coordinated logistics for large-scale events, ensuring timely execution and resource allocation.
- Developed event timelines and checklists to streamline planning processes and enhance team collaboration.
Owner & Lead Event Planner
9 Years 1 Month- Drove over $120,000 in event revenue through strategic planning and client engagement.
- Oversaw a diverse range of events including weddings, corporate gatherings, and private functions from inception to execution.
- Facilitated contract negotiations, budget management, vendor coordination, and adherence to project timelines.
- Cultivated long-term relationships with clients, resulting in increased repeat business and referrals.
- Developed comprehensive event plans to ensure seamless execution and client satisfaction.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors to secure competitive pricing and quality services.
Event Coordinator
7 Months- Oversaw planning and execution of weddings, corporate events, galas, and private functions from concept to completion.
- Directed contract negotiations, budget oversight, vendor coordination, and timeline management.
- Cultivated strong client relationships that resulted in increased repeat business and referrals.
- Directed logistical planning for events, overseeing budget management and vendor collaborations.
- Negotiated contracts to optimize costs while creating outstanding experiences for attendees.
- Managed event timelines, coordinated staffing efforts, and conducted post-event analyses.
- Leveraged Jira to enhance event workflow management and documentation processes.
Restaurant Manager
1 Year 10 Months- Directed daily operations within a high-traffic restaurant environment to enhance efficiency.
- Led initiatives in recruiting, onboarding, training, coaching, and performance management to build a skilled team.
- Managed staff scheduling, labor allocation, guest satisfaction, and catering operations to optimize service delivery.
- Drove revenue growth through strategic local marketing and operational excellence initiatives.
Front Desk Receptionist
4 Years 3 Months- Greeted and assisted guests with inquiries, ensuring positive first impressions.
- Managed front desk operations, handling check-ins and check-outs efficiently.
- Coordinated reservations and maintained accurate guest records in internal systems.
- Streamlined communication between departments to enhance guest experiences.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Certified Event Planner
Event Planning Certification
Skills
Guest relations
Team leadership and supervision
On-site execution
Schedule management
Client meetings
Deadline management
Guest management
Team mentorship
Event marketing
Operations oversight
Vendor management
Project management
Budgeting and finance
Accomplishments
- Generated approximately $800,000 annually in catering and event revenue
- Generated more than $120,000 through independent event planning operations
- Coordinated 80–90 events annually
- Managed teams of 30+ employees
- 20+ years of hospitality, events, and guest experience leadership
Certification
- Event Planning Certification
- Food Handler Certification
- Food Safety Certification
- Recruiting Specialist Certification
- Human Resources Coordinator Certification
Timeline
Event Coordinator
Morningstar
09.2021 - 04.2022Read More
Catering Operations & Wedding Event Manager
City BBQ
04.2021 - CurrentRead More
Restaurant Manager
Portillos
06.2019 - 04.2021Read More
Owner & Lead Event Planner
Bellaz Events
05.2017 - CurrentRead More
Front Desk Receptionist
Walt Disney World Resort
01.2015 - 04.2019Read More
Penn Foster College
Bachelor of Science from Business Administration
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New Skills Academy
Certified Event Planner
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Ashworth College
Event Planning Certification
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