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Deepen client relationships by tailoring solutions for their individual needs. • Increased portfolio sale to key clients by 10 %• Achieved 95% of my shipment and share goals for 4 quarters• Improved in-store brand presence

Manage café staff and budget while delivering top quality service and product. • Coordinated hours and scheduling for a staff of 12• Developed a four week menu cycle while maintaining food cost goal• Increased profitability of café by 8% in 12 months

Handle an existing book of banquet clients while networking in the community to bring in additional events. • Maintained a 90% retention rate with existing clients• Brought in $2.2 million in additional event sales in 2009• Managed cost and staffing for events budgeted over $150,000• Twice nominated for the Rose Award for excellence in Cincinnati’s hospitality industry

Assist Banquet Manager in planning and executing large scale private events. • Oversaw functions for up to 600 people• Acted as manager-on-duty, ensuring quality and addressing client concerns• Promoted from entry-level banquet staff to management