*Directly created and implemented events that led to multiple record-breaking sales days in Strangeways Brewing historyClient Relations- Respond to event inquiries in a timely manner. Meet with potential clients. Assist client through contract signing. Greet clients on event day and assist with facility set-up when necessary. Enforce event policies.Event Planning- Visualize and execute a variety of special events at the facility to reach new customers. Reach out to potential event clients to tour facility and secure event date with signed contract. Recruit and train event volunteers.Social Media & Design- Ensure all event information is accurate on social media outlets. Create unique posts and promotions to encourage engagement with social media pages. Design posters, calendars, fliers and other material for print and online.Communication & Organization- Efficiently communicate all event details to tasting room staff and managers to ensure the best experience for all on event day. Maintain event calendar and communicate changes to owner, brewers, and staff members.Vendor Relations- Build and maintain working relationship with vendors such as food trucks, bands, and caterers.

Coordinate monthly charity events in the Richmond area Negotiate contracts with event locationsSeek out donations and sponsorsMaintain regular communication with vendors and charitiesAct as Happy Camper Production liaison for charities, vendors, event locations, donors and sponsors

Assistant Preschool TeacherCurriculum DevelopmentActivities PlannerMovement Instructor

*95% of customer satisfaction surveys came back at a rating of 4.5 to 5 starsClass InstructorSales & Customer Service Database ManagementBirthday Party ManagerEmployee ManagementMarketing & EventsGraphic DesignCurriculum DevelopmentFacility Operations

*Traveled to 9 locations across the United States to execute their Grand Opening.*Member of management team that expanded the company from 2 locations into a multimillion dollar franchise that is now open in multiple countries.*Was invited to China to act as liaison to the master franchisee.*Won Best of Richmond in multiple categories 3 years in a row.Employee ManagementSales & Customer ServiceFacility OperationsMarketingDatabase ManagementSpecial Events & PromotionsCorporate SupportCurriculum DevelopmentClass Instructor

Volunteer CoordinationEvent Planning and CoordinationMarketing & AdvertisingCustomer Service

*Created a fundraising campaign that led to a 26% increase in money raised and an 82% increase in employee participation in our annual fundraiser for the Alzheimer's Association.*Immediately increased readership in the internal newsletter by adding items that the staff saw as valuable.Marketing & Event PlanningGraphic DesignDatabase Management

MarketingEvent PlanningVolunteer CoordinationFacility Operations

*Nominated: PennACE Award for Non-Technical InternshipGraphic DesignMarketingEvent PlanningMedia & Vendor Relations