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Toronto

Responsible for event strategy, budget management, client relationships and managing and supporting the events team;Supervises all components of event planning, including event marketing and communications and all event logistics (i.e. venue, contracts, decor, menu and AV); Delivers exceptional events that exceed client expectations;Provides on-site event coordination and troubleshooting;Oversees the dismantling and removal of the event as well as clearing the venue efficiently; andConducts post event evaluation (including data entry, analysis and producing reports for event stakeholders).Series of events include: weddings, festivals, corporate events and private parties

Aga Khan Museum, Toronto

Consistently offered professional, friendly and engaging service;Managed the food and beverage outlet team in all aspects of the department and ensured service standards were followed;Handled guest concerns, reacting quickly and professionally;Balanced operational and colleague needs; andEnsured staff and colleagues had full knowledge of all menus and promotions and were fully trained in service and execution.

Toronto, Ontario

Responsible for the development, production and delivery of projects from proposal up to delivery;Managed staff, timelines and budget and ensured all events were completed flawlessly, on-time and within the given budget;Provided leadership, motivation, direction and support to the events team;Established and maintained strong client and supplier relationships;Managed operational and administrative functions to ensure specific projects were delivered efficiently;Conducted on-site inspections and provided project management for all events; andProvided excellent customer service and quality delivery.

Cambridge, Ontario

Adopted innovative selling techniques and product knowledge in order to source out new clients; Developed account and relationship management strategies;Qualified clients for vehicle purchases and negotiated sale prices;Managed inquiries from clients and provided de-escalation when issues arose. Completed the wholesale of high volume, multiple vehicle purchases; and Developed account and relationship management strategies to effectively increase sales and client base.

Toronto, Ontario

Ensured sales objectives on a monthly, quarterly and yearly basis were achieved;Solicited group, transient and/or banquet business through planned preparation and execution;Established parameters, quotes and negotiate prices for potential events;Participated in trade shows, conventions and promotional events within the hotel and with trade related organizations;Worked closely with Catering and Front Office to ensure all details of contracts were delivered accurately and guests depart satisfied;Prepared weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual reports; andEnsured prompt and courteous service was extended to both internal and external customers.

Multiple Locations

Managed all aspects of the business including planning and managing resources, purchasing inventory, hiring employees and managing client needs;Conducted market research and analysis to inform purchasing decisions and to support the development of a sales and marketing strategy;Developed a team of highly skilled employees by providing training and mentorship and delegating responsibilities based on skill set;Managed finances, accounts and taxes associated with the business.

Multiple Locations

Similar to NV Clothing above, managed all aspects of the business including planning and managing resources, purchasing inventory, hiring employees and managing client needs;Conducted market research and analysis to inform purchasing decisions and to support the development of a sales and marketing strategy;Developed a team of highly skilled employees by providing training and mentorship and delegating responsibilities based on skill set;Managed finances, accounts and taxes associated with the business.