Levi Brinkley Email & Phone Number

Newport Beach, California, United States

-Conceptualize, plan, and execute high end events across 5 company stores with a luxury and client first focus. Beyond company locations, my role includes branded experiences at golf courses, horse shows/equestrian activities, and historical sites. -Vet and partner alongside vendors to execute our events; floral, food and beverage, specialty liquor, parking services, calligraphy/postage, creative invitation creation, modelling services, musical entertainment and decor. -Receive and plan around guest list accommodations- dietary restrictions, special accommodations, disability services.-Coordinate travel for attendees; airfare, hotel, parking, car services, rental cars- all in a range of quality to ensure event goal's and budgets are met.-International event planning experience in 7 different countries with a variety of currencies, languages, customs, and standards that all must be balanced with event objectives

Orange County, California, United States

-Proactively create solutions to client's program A/V needs that meets the client where their program is. -Foster an office environment of inclusion and openness; where all team members are encouraged to share their talents and perspectives with the collective goal of an excellent client experience.-Balance a pipeline of varying revenue's to maintain profitability.-Lead team of event technicians to execute large- scale "shows", with many moving parts.-Follow company initiatives for event technology, finding creative solutions that enhance the client's program.

Orange County, California, United States

As a participant of the national college leadership program, I have the opportunity to train in a wide variety of resorts and venues for sales and operations event technology trainings.

Scottsdale, Arizona, United States

-Proactively find ways to connect with guests and understand their experiences, to best advise on product selection and offerings.-Practiced connection, understanding the core of customer service and the retail business through a wide variety of "on the floor" and "back of house" positions.-Strived for ambitious sales goals that support the business needs and allow team to feel sense of accomplishment. -Created an environment of openness and belonging to team members and guests where feelings, perspectives, and ideas were validated and heard through store meetings and events.

Phoenix, Arizona, United States

-Taking initiative to discover gaps in business and opportunities to adjust current practices to best practices. -Develop baristas with individual, store, and company goals in a growth- mindset.-Manage floor deployment of baristas and team members to best meet business and location needs.-Examine and assist in inventory recording to ensure smooth, consistent operations.-Handle large amount of money in recording and accounting process.

Anaheim, Ca

-Graduate in Disney College Program, an internship- like format for young professionals. -Followed Disney guidelines for excellent, hospitable experience in both a theme park and luxury hotel environment. -Attended Disney Institute and Disney University courses on creating memorable, once-in-a-lifetime experiences for guests of all ages.-Handled complex F& B orders and ensured quality and safe products were served.

Bachelor Of Business Administration - Bba, Business

Associates In Arts

Minor, Hospitality, Business Administration And Management, General

Bachelor'S Degree, Business Administration And Management, General

Active member of collegiate DECA and GCU's Hospitality club.