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Harrisburg, Pa, Us

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, United States

I am THRILLED to bring my creative and strategic expertise to the Whitaker Center, where I help drive business growth and foster meaningful community engagement. My role is all about developing innovative strategies to increase revenue and expand our reach, making sure that Whitaker Center continues to be a vibrant hub for scientific, artistic, and cultural experiences in the region.With a background in event management, sales, and customer service, I’ve mastered the art of connecting… Show more I am THRILLED to bring my creative and strategic expertise to the Whitaker Center, where I help drive business growth and foster meaningful community engagement. My role is all about developing innovative strategies to increase revenue and expand our reach, making sure that Whitaker Center continues to be a vibrant hub for scientific, artistic, and cultural experiences in the region.With a background in event management, sales, and customer service, I’ve mastered the art of connecting people, ideas, and opportunities. Whether it’s collaborating with cross-functional teams, building partnerships, or leading guest engagement initiatives, I thrive on bringing fresh ideas to life. I love rolling up my sleeves to tackle complex challenges, create memorable experiences, and bring out the best in the teams I work with.I’m passionate about making a lasting impact, especially when it comes to enhancing our programs and showcasing the incredible value Whitaker Center brings to the community. Plus, I get to combine my business acumen with my love for creative problem-solving—what could be better than that? Show less

United States

💻 Developed and executed systems to organize client bases by installing, managing and organizing CRMs such as Salesforce, Oracle, and ClickUp.💻 Spearheaded contract negotiations with vendors, suppliers and employees; achieving favorable terms and conditions.💻 Prepared and delivered compelling proposals using detailed market research and analysis; securing contracts with a 89% success rate.💻 Engineered and oversaw archetypal strategies for start-up operations that remain the… Show more 💻 Developed and executed systems to organize client bases by installing, managing and organizing CRMs such as Salesforce, Oracle, and ClickUp.💻 Spearheaded contract negotiations with vendors, suppliers and employees; achieving favorable terms and conditions.💻 Prepared and delivered compelling proposals using detailed market research and analysis; securing contracts with a 89% success rate.💻 Engineered and oversaw archetypal strategies for start-up operations that remain the skeletal process for present business function; cutting up to $40K in comparative expenses annually. Show less

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, United States

💻 Establish profitability analysis systems while identifying cost-reduction opportunities without compromising quality.💻 Reduce lead conversion time by 50% by implementing standardized systems and sales tactics; boosting site visits and leasing numbers and showcasing efficiency in the sales process.💻 Execute a comprehensive brand repositioning strategy, redefining the unique value proposition and optimizing rates for greater local market competitiveness; appealing to broader… Show more 💻 Establish profitability analysis systems while identifying cost-reduction opportunities without compromising quality.💻 Reduce lead conversion time by 50% by implementing standardized systems and sales tactics; boosting site visits and leasing numbers and showcasing efficiency in the sales process.💻 Execute a comprehensive brand repositioning strategy, redefining the unique value proposition and optimizing rates for greater local market competitiveness; appealing to broader audiences and lucrative grant funding opportunities.💻 Manage resources and adapt to evolving demands by collaborating with vendors to strategically contract services for external clients; fortifying existing partnerships and maximizing in-house staff efficiency. Show less

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, United States

💻 Leveraged strategic partnerships to significantly amplify community visibility, resulting in a 20% increase in brand recognition.💻 Led the reconstruction and optimization of the organization's website, enhancing UX/UI design for improved user engagement; which resulted in a 30% increase in website traffic and a $10,750 increase in monthly revenue through new site leads.💻 Proposed and completed an interactive exhibit and emphasized the historical significance of the property to… Show more 💻 Leveraged strategic partnerships to significantly amplify community visibility, resulting in a 20% increase in brand recognition.💻 Led the reconstruction and optimization of the organization's website, enhancing UX/UI design for improved user engagement; which resulted in a 30% increase in website traffic and a $10,750 increase in monthly revenue through new site leads.💻 Proposed and completed an interactive exhibit and emphasized the historical significance of the property to successfully earn placement as an official tourist site; securing a PA State Tourism Grant for $14K.💻 Proactively familiarized with products and services, ensuring comprehensive knowledge for effective project planning and execution.💻 Minimize cost overruns project disruptions by implementing risk management strategies that proactively identify and mitigate potential risks; reducing risks by approx. 20% per project. Show less

Pennsylvania, United States

💻 Conceptualized and executed over 190 special events using project management and sales expertise; increasing profit margins and generating recurring business.💻 Led a team of 15 staff members through significant organizational evolution by employing change management skills to preserve team morale and steady productivity.💻 Maintained thorough documentation throughout the planning process, including contracts, permits, invoices, and correspondence; ensuring continued compliance with… Show more 💻 Conceptualized and executed over 190 special events using project management and sales expertise; increasing profit margins and generating recurring business.💻 Led a team of 15 staff members through significant organizational evolution by employing change management skills to preserve team morale and steady productivity.💻 Maintained thorough documentation throughout the planning process, including contracts, permits, invoices, and correspondence; ensuring continued compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.💻 Rehabilitated company image by training a customer-centric retention team that fostered positive relationships with patrons and community leaders to strengthen new and existing relationships and heighten retention. Show less

Bachelor'S Degree, Public Relations, Advertising, And Applied Communication

Activities and Societies: Aggie Poet Laureate '22-'23 Stated Scholars Commission, President, '22-'23

Diploma, College/University Preparatory

Activities and Societies: Student Government (Class President), "PA Save the Arts" Activist and Community Organizer