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Charlotte, North Carolina, United States

Charlotte, North Carolina, United States

Charlotte, North Carolina, United States

Solely responsible for the development, sales, planning, direction and oversight of all events at new start-up flagship location.• Create, develop, sell, coordinate and execute all client events to guests satisfaction.• Research market offerings and competitive landscape to develop thoughtful and creative event packages.• Develop and implement event sales processes and necessary technology tools.• Maintain and improve communication across multiple channels and… Show more Solely responsible for the development, sales, planning, direction and oversight of all events at new start-up flagship location.• Create, develop, sell, coordinate and execute all client events to guests satisfaction.• Research market offerings and competitive landscape to develop thoughtful and creative event packages.• Develop and implement event sales processes and necessary technology tools.• Maintain and improve communication across multiple channels and levels of organization Show less

Charlotte, North Carolina, United States

Responsible for leading a growing Event Sales Department for new concept within a national organization. Puttery Charlotte is the second location of nine locations announced as of August 2022. Drive Shack Inc. goal is to open or announce at least fifteen locations nationwide by end of 2022. •Responsible for growing new Puttery brand name since December 2021 by networking, connections, and referrals from satisfied clients•Planned and executed two planner showcases in partnership with… Show more Responsible for leading a growing Event Sales Department for new concept within a national organization. Puttery Charlotte is the second location of nine locations announced as of August 2022. Drive Shack Inc. goal is to open or announce at least fifteen locations nationwide by end of 2022. •Responsible for growing new Puttery brand name since December 2021 by networking, connections, and referrals from satisfied clients•Planned and executed two planner showcases in partnership with local and national companies•Creates customized options based on guest specific event details and venue’s versatility•Successfully hosted over 400 events resulting in over 1 million in sales since December 2021. On target to meet 2.3 million sales goal. •Completes sales reports, department budget and research to track progress of department•Develops and maintains good working relationships with a variety of people including vendors, other departments, staff, and senior management to ensure event success Show less

Charlotte, North Carolina Area

❑ Responsible for selling events for fourteen centers for Bowlero Corporation, the largest ten-pinoperator center in the world. Top performer in North Carolina Sales office with over 1 million in sales to date Coordinate with various departments within the company to ensure successful events Communicate with clients to handle specific requests and ensure guest satisfaction. Lead weekly Banquet Event Order meeting with Operation Managers

Anne Springs Close Greenway

 Responsible for the coordination and marketing of seven event spaces at Anne Springs Close Greenway, a not-for-profit entity Manage seven event venues (220 events in 2017) and nine employees Hosted a wide variety of event types including weddings, corporate meetings, and fundraisers Increased sales by 50% first year Responsible for creation and management of the Venue Sales Department budgetFoster and maintain vendor relationships Host Bridal Showcase… Show more  Responsible for the coordination and marketing of seven event spaces at Anne Springs Close Greenway, a not-for-profit entity Manage seven event venues (220 events in 2017) and nine employees Hosted a wide variety of event types including weddings, corporate meetings, and fundraisers Increased sales by 50% first year Responsible for creation and management of the Venue Sales Department budgetFoster and maintain vendor relationships Host Bridal Showcase event for 350 attendees and 25 vendors Promote venue through Social Media Channels Show less

Gastonia, North Carolina

 Responsible for the coordination and marketing for the event space at Loray Mill, a mixed use residential and commercial property. Created new event venue business for Loray Mill, developing competitive pricing structure, guidelines and all legal documents involved with the venue rental  Responsible for all aspects of selling the Event Hall to clients Developed and maintained all marketing to promote event business including digital marketing, marketing collateral, and… Show more  Responsible for the coordination and marketing for the event space at Loray Mill, a mixed use residential and commercial property. Created new event venue business for Loray Mill, developing competitive pricing structure, guidelines and all legal documents involved with the venue rental  Responsible for all aspects of selling the Event Hall to clients Developed and maintained all marketing to promote event business including digital marketing, marketing collateral, and out-of-the-box marketing. Created, planned and coordinated residential, social and community events. Solicited and maintained new social and vendor businesses relationships. Show less

Tampa/St. Petersburg, Florida Area

 Responsible for the successful implementation of social and business events at the historic Lowes Don Cesar, a beachfront luxury hotel Handled simultaneous events that included weddings (average $35K) and corporate events (average $100K). Liaised with Conference and Catering Managers to provide exceptional service the Lowes Style during coordination and servicing of group and social business. Managed Banquet staff to ensure event success. Communicated with… Show more  Responsible for the successful implementation of social and business events at the historic Lowes Don Cesar, a beachfront luxury hotel Handled simultaneous events that included weddings (average $35K) and corporate events (average $100K). Liaised with Conference and Catering Managers to provide exceptional service the Lowes Style during coordination and servicing of group and social business. Managed Banquet staff to ensure event success. Communicated with conference and social guests to handle specific requests and ensure guest satisfaction. Show less

 Recommended, implemented and evaluated new marketing strategies.

•Creates a positive customer experience by meeting each individual customers' unique needs with a positive attitude•Works well with other employees and management in a fast-paced, ever-changing work environment

•Assisted in the rebranding and marketing of Presbyterian hospital into Novant Health, recognized as a national brand rather than several different entities.•Improved marketing collateral for existing clients following Novant Health’s new brand guideline and created marketing collateral for new clients

Charlotte, North Carolina Area

•Assisted in the planning and execution of public and private events in Charlotte and recruited sponsorships of events.•Met with potential and existing clients to incorporate outside of the box marketing ideas for their future events.

Communications, Advertising And Marketing

Participated in daily classes to further enhance my knowledge of all aspects of communication, advertising and marketing.

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), Advertising