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• Identify and pursue strategic opportunities for capturing volume private event, ticket,or buyout sales from targeted constituencies.
• Effectively administer and control budgetary responsibilities by preparing quarterly, annual budget and sales reports.
• Establish and maintain relationships with travel and trade partners within assigned markets while maximizing sales opportunities and profit.
• Ensure efficient scheduling and use of assigned resources to provide maximum, effective… Show more
• Ensure efficient scheduling and use of assigned resources to provide maximum, effective productivity within my team while adjusting the manpower as necessary.
• Plan and attend sales and event conferences, exhibitions, trade shows to promote OWA group sales and on site private event center.

• Achieve sales targets and objectives
• Identify and pursue strategic opportunities for capturing volume ticket sales from targeted constituencies
• Set up consignment, corporate, private events and family reunion accounts
• Create and execute special events that maximize revenue
• Plan, set, and utilize resources to meet or exceed sales targets and departmental goals and objectives
• Participate in and lead event sales and other staff meetings

• Contributed to the sales, planning and execution of special events, trade shows, and conferences hosted at Mobile Convention Center, Mobile Civic Center, and Mobile Saenger Theatre.
• Assisted in the coordination of food and beverage, operations, audio visual productions, security, maintenance, and other services to ensure the facility was clean, well maintained, and fully operational.
• Attended sales, operations, food and beverage, and safety meetings weekly while creating MOD reports/… Show more
• Attended sales, operations, food and beverage, and safety meetings weekly while creating MOD reports/ EWO's daily.
• Managed accounts, rental contracts, rental deposits, rental/city waivers, while efficiently learning the booking system and how to complete monthly utilization reports, sales reports, invoices and final billing.
• Ensured payments and records were properly recorded and maintained and assigned to proper department/ area.

• Mastered the art of multitasking, problem-solving, and creating memorable dining experiences.
• Demonstrated in-depth knowledge of the menu, including ingredients, specials, and recommendations, effectively guiding customers' dining choices.
• Upsold menu items and promoted special promotions, increasing average check sizes and boosting restaurant revenue. Consistently achieved top tips as a server.
• Served guests with food and beverage requests in a timely, professional, and… Show more
• Served guests with food and beverage requests in a timely, professional, and friendly manner.
• Maintained a clean and organized work area, adhering to food safety and sanitation guidelines to ensure a safe dining environment.

Mobile, Alabama, United States

• Drove robust lead generation strategies consistently delivering prospects.
• Achieved top sales and won a trip for accomplishments.
• Experienced with Entrata Property Management Software.
• Coordinated logistics, setup, and design for apartment monthly events.
• Conducted tours for prospective renters.
• Communicated via telephone and email to generate sales.

• Curated whimsical menus by assisting with creative branding and naming of menu items 🍧
• Contributed to the creation of graphics and photography for social posts.
• Served 200+ customers per day with a smile on my face!
• Managed the Boogerista staff.
• Maintained inventory for ordering.
• Cleaned and followed sanitary protocols.

Major: Hospitality And Tourism Management, Minor: Studio Arts, Cum Laude

Activities and Societies: • Tau Sigma National Honors Society • Motor Board National Honors Society • The Society for Collegiate.

Associate Of Arts - Aa, General Studies

➤ Vice President's List ➤ Phi Theta Kappa Honors Society ➤ Began as a Dual Enrollment Student in High School

High School Diploma, Honors

➤ Mississippi Tech Master Scholar ➤ Student Council President 11th & 12th Grade & 10th Grade Vice President ➤ Student Government President.