Works with governmental affairs and events to present the Chamber’s policies and viewpoints to local, state, and national governmental entities and agencies.• Directs events, creates timelines, develops and prepares budgets.• Works closely with the Director of Marketing and Director of Business Development to ensure accuracy in all events for all forms of communication.• Drafts agendas and sends notices for committee meetings and prepares minutes from meetings.• Acts as the committee liaison for the Advocacy and Public Policy committee and the ChamberPac Board.• Prepares weekly legislative update summaries from the Louisiana Legislative sessions.• Networks with Parish and State Government officials to obtain sought after event speakers.

Directed a team of 8 personnel, overseeing strategic scheduling, targeted training, and streamlined payroll systems, resulting in heightened efficiency and team synergy. Executed event bookings, managed contracts, coordinated logistics, and orchestrated schedules for seamless operations. Formulated and delivered comprehensive annual budget presentations to City Council, ensuring transparency and securing approval for key initiatives.• Transformed aesthetic and operational standards of key properties, including Bogue Falaya Park, Greater Covington Center, Covington Trailhead and museum, Firehouse Event Center, Covington Puppy Park, Cemeteries, City Council Chamber, and Columbia Street Landing through meticulous management and preservation efforts.• Revitalized facilities through dynamic renovations and adept management of new building projects, enhancing functionality.• Spearheaded development of pioneering rental facility program, resulting in a remarkable 196% surge in rental revenue.• Drove impactful transformations within $850k budget and Capitol project, elevating operational efficiency and community amenities.• Headed procurement process for two ADA-compliant children's playgrounds and kayak launch.

Administered entire process of acquiring and processing incoming event permits, ensuring thorough follow-through until successful completion of each event. Executed innovative events, including successful implementation of events such as “Caroling at the Trailhead."• Led high-stakes logistical meetings with key city departments, optimizing coordination between Police, Fire, Public Works, and Facility Director.• Improved event visibility through strategic media utilization, impactful radio interviews, public speaking, and attention-grabbing press releases. Managed Facebook pages for Mayor’s Council for Healthy Living, City of Covington Cultural Arts and Events, and Carnival in Covington.• Orchestrated collaborative efforts with schools, non-profits, St. Tammany Art Association, and Covington Business Association.

• Steered hotel operations, optimizing employee performance, and overseeing facility and capital improvements. Orchestrated regular safety meetings, ensuring compliance with yearly safety requirements. Streamlined inventory processes, conducting annual assessments of supplies and franchise-mandated items. Organized contracts for meeting space and event rental equipment, ensuring seamless event execution. • Maintained impeccable cleanliness across 52 rooms and common areas. • Spearheaded employee recruitment, crafting comprehensive manuals, providing training, and managing payroll. Implemented a 24-hour security system for enhanced safety.• Oversaw operational budget development and enforced cost controls, optimizing financial performance.• Drove outside sales initiatives and organized community hotel events, enhancing brand visibility. Exemplified commitment to franchise standards, fostering long-term partnerships.• Achieved and maintained highest Trip Advisor score in Hammond/Ponchatoula, LA. Post-hotel sale, managed The Creeks apartments and HollyCrest strip center capital projects, streamlining operations for increased efficiency and profitability.