Mel Kromer, M.A. Email and Phone Number
My passion is helping clients make their events happen. I have experience in planning weddings, receptions, seminars, conferences, city planned events, holiday parties and fundraising events. I work with clients to create a budget, sponsorship and marketing strategies, and create successful client and vendor relationships. I have the exceptional ability to multi-task, maintain customer service, be detail oriented and deliver effective communication.
Beaverton School District
View- Website:
- westwardwhiskey.com
- Employees:
- 15
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Special Education ParaeducatorBeaverton School DistrictUnited States -
Manager, Special EventsWestward Whiskey Sep 2023 - Present-Execute 300 events a year across Oregon and at the Distillery-Plan & coordinate 40 new sales events yearly-Maintain monthly sales goals-Exceed previous years sales goals-Meet and execute weekly/monthly event goals-Lead and train a team to execute these events -Uphold the Westward Whiskey brand and mission -
Manager, Farmers Market & PartnershipsWestward Whiskey Feb 2023 - Sep 2023-Execute 150 Farmers Markets a year across the Portland Metropolitan area-Establish 20 new sales accounts yearly -Plan & coordinate 25 new sales events yearly-Maintain monthly sales goals-Meet and execute weekly/monthly event goals-Uphold the Westward Whiskey brand and mission -
Freelance Event PlannerFreelance (Self Employed) Feb 2014 - PresentI am available to assist clients directly for any and all event needs such as weddings, fundraising galas, company events, holiday parties and many more. I have experience producing a multitude of events and has given me the ability to hit the ground running with poise and professionalism in any situation. -
BartenderJohn'S Marketplace Apr 2023 - Sep 2023Beaverton, Oregon, United StatesProvide excellent customer service, operating a POS system, taking food/drink order for the kitchen and serving from the counter, and maintaining a clean and organized bar. -
Service ManagerChipotle Mexican Grill Sep 2021 - Dec 2022Portland, Oregon, United StatesLead front line, prep, grill, and service teams to provide the best customer service. Ensure all teams are cooking and prepping the amount of food for service and according to sales. Take ownership of FOH and BOH equipment and facilities. -
Kitchen ManagerChipotle Mexican Grill Apr 2021 - Sep 2021Portland, Oregon, United StatesLead the prep/grill teams to prep and cook the correct amount of food according to sales, ensure food safety, ensure food quality, ensure the food looks and taste delicious, and take ownership of BOH equipment and facilities. -
Front Of House Certified TrainerChipotle Mexican Grill Nov 2020 - Sep 2021Portland, Oregon, United StatesTrain FOH/BOH staff with various tasks such as operating a POS system, customer service problem solving, food prep, proper knife training, grill training, and fryer training. -
Restaurant Team MemberChipotle Mexican Grill Aug 2020 - Apr 2021Portland, Oregon, United StatesFulfill online and in-person orders while providing exceptional customer service to customers. -
Event Sales CoordinatorChefstable Catering Apr 2022 - Nov 2022Modify proposals, input event notes, reconcile rentals, create floorplans, assist at site visits, attend weekly event prep meetings and generally prepare for events. I work with the entire CSC staff to ensure that each event is successful for the client and the business. Responsible for on site event set up when required. Assist the team with printing needs, venue/client outreach, errands, weekly flower market run. -
Catering ServerChefstable Catering Jul 2021 - Sep 2022Catering private events, from chef dinners to black tie affairs for guests from 8-200+. Duties include: loading and unloading equipment and supplies, set up at venue, running food, passing appetizers and drinks, table service, wine/beer/liquor service, bartending and reconciling liquor inventory. -
Catering ServerArt Of Catering Jul 2021 - Oct 2021Catering private events, from fundraisers to company events for guests from 8-2000+. Duties include: set up at venue, running food, expo, passing appetizers and beverages, table service, wine/beer/liquor service, bartending and reconciling liquor inventory. -
Front Desk Sales AssociateCyclebar Feb 2021 - Jul 2021Portland, Oregon, United StatesPlanned marketing events to draw in new membersBook and revise memberships for new and current membersProvide excellent customer service to new and existing customersWorked collaboratively with management and franchise owners to achieve monthly and yearly sales goals -
Banquet ServerThe Aerie At Eagle Landing Jul 2020 - Sep 2020Happy Valley, Oregon, United StatesSetting up, running, and breakdown of events, setting up AV equipment; serving food from fine dining to buffet style; pouring and serving beer, wine, and spirits; waiting on and bussing tables; checking IDs of patrons purchasing alcoholic beverages; serving coffee and water service; restocking supplies; washing dishes; general cleaning and, most importantly, attending to customer needs and maintaining customer relations. -
Special Events CoordinatorPortland Rose Festival Foundation Feb 2020 - Jun 2020Portland, OregonWorked directly with Rose Festival Board of Directors and Special Events Manager to create marketing and sponsorship strategies while upholding foundation standards. Assisted with the planning and execution of the Rose Festival parade. Track event entries, participants, vendors, permits, and equipment, and prepare materials for judges, volunteers, and Rose Court participants. -
Barista And Event StaffSt. Irene’S Oct 2019 - Apr 2020Tualatin, Oregon, United StatesMake specialty coffee drinks and serve food to customers. Assist the Event Manager with the event layout, set up and tear down, serve food, serve beer, wine and cocktails, bus tables, and provide excellent customer service to the client.
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Special Events CoordinatorHayden'S Lakefront Grill Aug 2019 - Nov 2019Tualatin, Oregon, United StatesAssist clients with booking private event rooms such as weddings, receptions, Holiday parties, meetings, conferences and seminars. Coordinate with Chef and catering teams and outside vendors for client requests. -
Unit CoordinatorRebound Orthopedics & Neurosurgery Mar 2019 - Aug 2019Portland, OregonOrder MRIs, CT, X-rays, Labs, and Injections for patients at the request of the doctors. Assist the doctors and their medical assistants with clinic tasks. Schedule patient appointments and fill out referrals to outside medical offices. -
Registrar SpecialistRebound Orthopedics & Neurosurgery Jul 2018 - Feb 2019Portland, OregonSchedule patient appointments with a doctor or physical therapist, fill out patient medical history and process insurance information. -
At Your Service SpecialistMultnomah Athletic Club Oct 2017 - Jul 2018Portland, OregonAssist members with their member accounts, reservations, and other club amenities. -
Youth Programs CoordinatorMultnomah Athletic Club Jun 2017 - Dec 2017Portland, OregonTeach Get Fit classes for youth and coach basketball fundamental classes. -
Senior Event ManagerMandell Experiences Dec 2017 - Jun 2018Portland, OregonContractor position. Pre/post planning, acquiring sponsorships, budget management, volunteer management, and building vendor relationships.
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Special Events Coordinator InternPortland Timbers Feb 2017 - Sep 2017Assisting Events Account Manager with daily tasks that consist of meetings with clients, processing payments, designing layouts for events, constructs event itineraries, and works with sales and operation departments -
Sales AssociateSur La Table Oct 2016 - Jul 2017Portland, Oregon, United StatesConsistently meets sales goals and provides product knowledge, helps Chef with culinary prep and classes, barista using the finest local coffee roasters. -
Special Events Coordinator InternMarch Of Dimes Oct 2016 - Feb 2017Portland, Oregon, United StatesPlanned two main annual events, oversaw budget and logistics, coordinated monthly meetings withplanning committee, trained volunteers, communicated with award recipients, and completed internspecific tasks and projects. -
Planning/Organizing DesignerStorables Jul 2016 - Nov 2016Portland, Oregon Metropolitan AreaPlanned and design closets, furniture design and storage spaces for people's home.
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Make The Magic Coordinator And CounselorCamp Kesem University Of Oregon Jan 2012 - Sep 2016Eugene, Oregon, United StatesPlan and execute the annual fundraising event for the Camp. Communicate with Portland vendors, catering companies, design the save the dates and invitations, send weekly updates to all donors and train the volunteers for the event.
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Front Desk SpecialistDepartment Of Architecture And Allied Arts Jun 2015 - Jun 2016Scheduled student appointments, organized department files, designed weekly department newsletter and marketing flyers and promotional material.
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Ticket Office AgentUniversity Of Oregon Athletic Department Ticket Office Apr 2014 - Jun 2016Help patrons purchase tickets for season or single games, concerts, championship and bowl games and community events.
Mel Kromer, M.A. Education Details
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Environmental Science/Communications/Arts Management -
Business And Professional Communication -
Counselor Education/School Counseling And Guidance Services
Frequently Asked Questions about Mel Kromer, M.A.
What company does Mel Kromer, M.A. work for?
Mel Kromer, M.A. works for Beaverton School District
What is Mel Kromer, M.A.'s role at the current company?
Mel Kromer, M.A.'s current role is Special Education Paraeducator.
What schools did Mel Kromer, M.A. attend?
Mel Kromer, M.A. attended University Of Oregon, Bellevue University, Portland State University.
Who are Mel Kromer, M.A.'s colleagues?
Mel Kromer, M.A.'s colleagues are Thea Abbatoy, Jon Lewis Demarquez, Rachel Keeney, Benjamin Buccarelli, Kelly Sanders, Jonathan Harris, Ashley Glickman.
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