Sales And Event Manager
The Columbus Athenaeum
Columbus, Ohio, United States
• Worked with a variety of clientele planning events including, but not limited to, wedding ceremony & receptions, corporate meetings, corporate holiday parties/galas, fashion shows, bar/bat mitzvahs, and award ceremonies• Proficient in Caterease, EMS & Room Viewer Programs• Worked extensively with Microsoft Office Word, Excel & Publisher• Conducted formal tours for new clients around the facility• Created, administered, and reviewed contracts for new and repeat clients• Assisted clients in planning details of the event including food, beverage, linens, décor, and logistics• Provided samples and ideas to assist client in decisions pertaining to the staging of the event• Provided constant support and guidance via email and telephone to ease the client’s stress during the planning process• Created individual BEOs and Room Diagrams for every event to choreograph set up and placement of room furniture• Day of event preparation and coordination• Planned, coordinated and implemented large quarterly tasting events for all clients• Created and designed marketing material for sales including The Knot & Columbus Bride Ads• Participated in bridal shows for sales proposes• Worked hand in hand with local A/V and rental companies to secure equipment for the event that was not offered in house