Harper & Grace Designs is a bespoke Melbourne based event management company that works to bring visions to life, and creates events to remember. We offer it all, from creative concepts through to event planning, logistics, and on the day event coordination and styling.www.harpergracedesigns.com

As Event Coordinator with Artistic Catering, I looked after the end-to-end coordination of events in three different venues across Melbourne. Organizing a range of functions, from conferences to Weddings. I take a very hands on approach, working with clients to bring their vision to life. Producing detailed event sheets and personalised floor plans that reflect the tone of their event.• Re-design of all venue signage• On the day coordination of Wedding Ceremonies• Event styling guidance, and up-selling of Artistic Catering styling products

Working as the Event Manager at the Northern Blues I was responsible for organising all social calendar events, for which it was my role to drive sales and maximize profits for the club. As well I managed the clubs private function centre, converting enquiries into bookings, and overseeing the running of functions of the day.• Produce all run sheets and event presentations• Event styling and floor plans• On the day, event bump in and bump out and overall event operation

As Project Officer with the Partners in Recovery program I focused largely on communications and events, which played an intrinsic role in increasing the number of clients in the program and its overall promotion. - Organised and ran numerous training sessions, conferences and forums - Responsible for producing meeting agendas and minutes - Produced promotional materials

Worked with a small team on a community project, creating an exhibition featuring artworks by male artists on the topic of gender inequality. As event manager I was responsible for finding a suitable location and working with the venue manager to plan the evening and curate the exhibition. - Designed invitations and flyers- Negotiated costing

Further developed my customer service and communication skills by engaging with patrons. Functions and degustation nights were a regular occurrence, for which I drove sales.• Cultivated food and beverage knowledge • Built relationships with clientele• Managed open and closure of restaurant

Drove function sales, while working with clients to design food and drink menus that were in line with their overall vision. On event days I worked with clients to set up the space to suit their needs and create the desired environment for their function.• Carried out venue viewings for potential clients• Present for all events to ensure continuity of service, and to see the event through • Convened with both FOH and BOH staff