Cari Edwards Email & Phone Number

Shelton, Ct

*Continuously gauge residents’ interests, hobbies, preferences, curiosities and needs; creating and continuously updating a diverse and stimulating menu of programming activities and events accordingly.*Developed and disseminated a diverse range of polished social media content and written communications, aimed at promoting programs, educating residents and families, and showcasing the vibrant lifestyle within the community.*Attract, retain, coach, motivate, and lead an energetic and engaging team that delivers robust events, programs, and activities to promote a vibrant resident lifestyle; hold the team accountable for meeting objectives.*Evaluate associate’s performance and providing feedback and coaching to improve overall resident satisfaction*Manage costs for associates time, programing supplies, vendors, and entertainers*Serve as a trainer, coach, and mentor to develop future leaders across the vibrant living disciplines.*Serve on a variety of project teams to craft new initiatives, training programs, and standards to deploy regionally and/or across the portfolio.*Seek out and foster partnerships with local organizations, non-profit groups, educational institutions, and others to identify opportunities for residents to share their talents through volunteerism and to bring outside talents into the community.*Spearheaded the conception, planning, and execution of innovative fundraising initiatives, resulting in a remarkable achievement of raising over $12,000 for the Alzheimer's Association in 2023.*Oversee transportation of residents in Brightview vehicles and ensure that vehicles are safely and properly maintained.

Shelton, Connecticut

As Vibrant Living Director (recreational/activities director) It is important that my residents are active, engaged, that they take advantage of fun opportunities and try new things.

Milford, Ct

On air personality for Star99.9 and 95.9 the Fox

Milford, Ct

Anna and Raven Morning Show with Star 99.9 Today's Best Mix.• Generating concepts for new radio shows under strict deadlines.• Planning all aspects of a show (e.g. scheduling, sourcing and confirming guests).• Ensuring show complies with broadcasting legislation.• Using various broadcasting technologies such as soundboards and editing/production software.• Editing audio & video pieces for on air and podcasting.

Milford, Ct

• Preparation and delivery of live event promotions. • Photographing and documenting events.

Guilford, Ct

• Itinerary development for international and domestic cruises• Remote management of 22 cruise directors across 11 vessels• Problem solving for last-minute itinerary changes, staffing issues, or guest experience disruptions• Finding, booking, and evaluating entertainment catered to our clientele• Negotiating vendor fees, handling payment arrangements, and managing overall vendor budget• Coordinating all required transportation and rooming logistics for entertainers• Evaluating performance of both Cruise Directors and Entertainers and providing feedback to improve guest satisfaction

Southport, Ct

• Managed the development process of all events; ensuring that all events were executed properly within budget and to the expectations of the foundation and its board members• Created and developed event promotion materials including press releases, sponsor information, web and social media content• On site management of events and staff• Managed post event reporting and follow up

Southport, Ct

In correlation with the above position with NAMEPA, duties are the same.

United States And Australia.

• Consistently delivered positive guest relations/ experiences• Created, evaluated, and facilitated activities for guests• Assisted Cruise Director with plan to focus on revenue targets• Adapted to other roles on the ship as needed, which included, but was not limited to, Assistant Cruise Director

Brewster, Ma

• Managed a staff of over 20 individuals, including supervisors, and reporting day-to-day operations to senior management.• Created and implemented a yearly budget focused on supporting the strategic goals of the resort. • Responsible for a full schedule of daily activities at the Resort and Club, including program design and evaluation. • Liaison for resort and suppliers to manage inventory.

Brewster, Massachusetts

*Managed a staff of 5 people, including supervisors, and reporting day-to-day operations to senior management.*Greeting and assisting club members and resort guests*Communicating daily with Director of Club and other members of the Ocean Edge management team about day-to-day operations of the activities department.*Maintaining inventory of first aid supplies, camp supplies and other activities equipment and communicates shortages to the Director of Club as needed.

New York, Ny

• Built and maintained relationships with artists, managers and promoters in order to organize promote and execute shows. • Created, reviewed, issued, and chased contracts.• Provided creative input to develop advertising plans and marketing materials. • Scheduled meetings, arranged travel, and managed heavy call volume.

Wallingford, Ct

*Multitasking and meeting specific time deadlines daily.*Performing Account analysis specific to the customer and customizing there account to fit their needs. *Calming escalated customers and situations while evoking confidence in our company.*Sales.

Norwalk, Ct

*Responsible for on-air advertising sales and business development with both existing and potential clients. *Built and maintained relationships with current and prospective clients. *Designed custom social media campaigns for select clients to support in marketing.

New York, Ny

*Relieved management of administrative duties including creating and organizing show files.*Worked on TicketMaster to obtain show information, including REPGEN’s, TMnames, Audits, and Confirmations. *Worked hands on at concerts held at Radio City Music Hall. Assisting artists’ production teams and Treasury when dealing with complementary tickets, assisting artist relations by helping with meet and greets, and dealing with on the spot issues that occur during the show. *Sent out ticket confirmations, and request rejections.*Oversaw REPGENS and comp ticket requests, insuring they match and request was approved.

New York, Ny

*Listened and reviewed demos.*Created and mailed out pass letters.*Complicated detailed filing of budgets, invoices and contracts for *Relieved management of administrative duties including data entry, CD dubbing and organizing catalogs of music.

New York, Ny

*Assisted Rockettes and ensemble with inquiries, and orientation.*Built relationships with clients and companies and insured smooth sales. *Organized and processed new hire paperwork for the ensemble. *Provided administrative support.

Bridgeport, Ct

*Carried out objectives of 6S Program (Safety, Sort, Straighten, Shine, Standardize, and Sustain).*Developed Problem solving techniques. *Engaged with manufacturing employees to increase productivity and reduce set up time for manufacturing work. *Shadowboxed and organized material needed for others to work efficiently.

Purchase, Ny

*Organized and planned Orientation for incoming class by planning and coordinating the Welcome Events and Activities. *Wrote and dispersed welcome letters, notices and information to incoming students. *Assisted in running department meetings.*Hired, trained, and maintained contact with Orientation Leaders.

Bachelor Of Arts, Music Management

Activities and Societies: Manahttanville Sound VP 2005-2008 Manhattanville Sound President 2009

Education record

Activities and Societies: Study Abroad Around The World.www.Semesteratsea.org