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Sacramento, Ca, Us

Woodland, Ca

Developing and executing projects related to online, email and social media marketing, special events, promotions, partnerships and company communications.

Woodland, Ca

Planned and executed multiple educational and social events for groups as small as 15 and as large as 800.Designed graphics and layouts for monthly newsletter, advertising and event flyers using Adobe Creative Suite 4. Assisted Director with daily operational logistics including project management, meeting minutes, and correspondence.

Sacramento, California Area

Solicited, negotiated and booked new and repeat business to maximize guestroom, meeting room and catering revenues.Planned and implemented all aspects of client events which included site inspections; contract negotiations; space, timing, and equipment requirements; menu selections; and billing instructions.Ensured quality products and services were delivered and clients were satisfied. If needed, resolved any issues, complaints, or problems.

Pebble Beach, Ca

Scheduled, supervised and lead staff to provide a once-in-a-lifetime-experience in the resort's fine dining restaurant. Arranged contracts and created details for events in the private dining room and buyout events for the restaurant. Assisted with budgets, future planning and marketing of the restaurant.

San Francisco Bay Area

Developed and executed custom tour programs for the attendees of conventions in San Francisco. Created timelines and detailed instructions for each tour program; Provided instructions and directions to tour guides. Supervised tour and transportation operations; Provided on-site support and management during events.

Hyde Park, Ny

Coordinated on-campus functions for the Continuing Education and Admissions Departments.Arranged routine and impromptu catered events specifically for the President of the Culinary Institute of America.Scheduled, processed payroll, and provided direction and leadership for students employed by the Functions Department.

St. Helena, Ca

Enhanced guests’ experience of the Napa Valley by providing information and arranging reservations for the restaurant. Controlled the flow of the dining room effectively and efficiently by ensuring guests felt welcomed and to provide the opportunity for staff to execute proper service.Opened restaurant for service and provided overall dining room management through teamwork, time-management, flexibility and attention to detail.

Bs, Hospitality Administration/Management

Associate Of Arts (Aa), Early Childhood Education And Teaching