-Maintain a positive working relationship with department staff, association members, vendors, and venues.-Understand the complex needs of different events, DISCUS departments, and membership nuances.-Planning event aspects, such as venue, seating, dining, and guest lists as well as compliance with House and Senate Ethics rules.-Coordinating event entertainment, including music, performers, and speakers.-Attentive to the value of staying under budget while planning event specifications.-Tracking budgets and closing out event finances in a timely manner and creating post event financial reports for tracking.-Managing and overseeing events on the day of, including problem-solving, welcoming guests, directing event set-up, communicating with staff, organizing vendors, and managing tear-down.-Communicate with Communication and Branding team, or outsourcing firm, to coordinate effective promotions for each event and advise on signage and graphics needs.-Build and maintain rapport and relationships with individuals and groups through an outgoing, poised, professional and persuasive communication style.-Able to present event idea and plans clearly.-Anticipate and plan for possible different scenarios.

Conduct CrossFit classes that include warm-ups, skill development, strength and conditioning workouts, and cool-downs, ensuring safety and proper technique at all times.Assess the fitness level and goals of members to tailor workout programs and provide individualized coaching and modifications when needed. Inspire and motivate members to push their limits, overcome challenges, and maintain consistency.Offer basic nutritional guidance to members, emphasizing the importance of a balanced diet in achieving their fitness objectives.Ensure the proper maintenance, cleanliness, and safety protocols of CrossFit equipment and facility.Foster a sense of community and camaraderie among members by actively participating in gym events, challenges, and social activities.Stay up-to-date with the latest trends and developments in CrossFit training, attending workshops and seminars to enhance coaching skills.

-Managed logistics of the Main Stage theatre programming which included selecting season programming, setting and managing budgets, hiring creative team members, casting of shows, coordinating rehearsal calendars, and facilitating company contracts.-Started a program for American Sign Language interpreted and Audio Description performances to make shows accessible for all.-Created show specific content including playbills, social media campaigns, and other marketing materials. Coordinated production photography and videography for each production.-Assisted creative departments including scenic construction, painting, costumes, props, and back stage crew.-Oversaw the Front of House Box Office whose duties include customer service, ticketing, concessions, and volunteer coordination.

As the Director of Marketing & Development, I am responsible for creating and implementing all marketing strategies essential for the growth of the organization. This includes managing budgets, attending special events, public speaking engagements, marketing campaign analysis, and media buys. I also design collateral for the arts events, classes, workshops and productions we program annually. This includes but is not limited to: print, television, radio, email, press releases and social media postings.In addition, I am responsible for the planning and execution of our two annual fundraising events. I also manage the online fundraising campaigns, membership database and donations throughout the year.

-Cultivate the Main Street 4 Point Approach within Historic Downtown Kissimmee -Increase the exposure of our downtown merchants by creating and executing multiple special events attracting thousands to the historic district annually.-Improve the annual budget by stabilizing the Board of the Directors, multiple committees, staff, sponsors, vendors and volunteers. -Cultivate a strong promotional presence for our organization and the small business merchants within the district.-Promote the organization on local and state levels through formal reports, civic presentations and on-camera interviews.

-Created and executed public presentations highlighting local attractions to visitors. -Excelled in guest inquiries and conflict resolution. -Maintained comprehensive databases of new and existing clients.

-Quickly navigated through multiple responsibility levels including training, development, and management.-Managed a staff of over 100 in highly profitable environment; daily operations with daily sales over $70K-Oversaw the purchasing, staffing, execution, and continuing education of the restaurants’ beverage division.

-Managed room requests for conventions and wedding on shared campus of JW Marriott and Ritz Carlton-Partnered with Catering & Convention Planners to execute multiple events catering to as many as 4,000 attendees -Maintained exemplary work ethic and status with new and repeat clients