Samantha Lopez Email & Phone Number

New York, New York, United States

As an Executive Administrative Business Partner at FOX Corporation, I serve as the linchpin between the Ad Sales Finance & Commercial Operations Division and key stakeholders. I provide high-level support to C-suite executives, SVPs, and VPs, ensuring seamless coordination of complex schedules across multiple time zones. My role involves managing the intricate logistics of domestic and international travel for Ad Sales & Finance employees and clients annually, while also adhering to and optimizing budget parameters. Additionally, I am responsible for preparing and editing high-stakes presentations and reports with precision and attention to detail, ensuring the highest professional standards. My proactive approach enables me to anticipate executive needs and drive operational efficiency across the division.

Isle Of Palms, South Carolina

In my role as Event Operations & Planning Manager at Wild Dunes Resort, I led the successful execution of over 300 events annually, including large-scale corporate retreats and intimate executive offsites. My strategic approach resulted in a 20% year-over-year increase in event revenue. I managed event budgets ranging from $5,000 to $2M+, consistently achieving or exceeding revenue targets through meticulous planning and cross-functional collaboration. My ability to design and optimize event spaces enhanced guest experiences and ensured the seamless flow of activities. Additionally, I cultivated and maintained strong vendor relationships, negotiating contracts that secured competitive pricing and contributed to the resort’s financial success.

Isle Of Palms, South Carolina

Charleston, South Carolina Area

As Bar & Event Beverage Operations Manager for Halls Management Group, I established and nurtured strategic vendor relationships that expanded our beverage offerings and improved quality. My contract negotiation skills led to a 10% reduction in procurement costs. I managed beverage budgets ranging from $25,000 to $450,000, consistently achieving a 12% cost saving through strategic purchasing decisions and resource allocation. My role was critical in ensuring that our beverage programs were both innovative and profitable, contributing to the overall success of our events and operations.

Charleston, South Carolina Area

At The Kessler Collection, I spearheaded task force initiatives to open new beverage outlets across the Southeast and revamp existing beverage programs. My coordination with cross-functional teams ensured timely execution and adherence to budget constraints. I managed five operating outlets, including restaurants, bars, cafes, in-room dining, and events, ensuring each delivered exceptional service and quality. My leadership in this role was instrumental in driving operational success and setting the standard for beverage service across the collection.

New Paltz, Ny

Periodically prepare management, variance, and financial reports. Assist and manage everyday operations for several areas of beverage and alcohol service, accounting and financial matters of the Beverage Department. Supervise employee activities to conform to established standards and policies. Coordinate with audit and business teams to ensure compliance with established procedures. Train and guide staff in their job duties. Develop and implement training programs for employees. Manage Beverage operations to ensure excellent service in economic and profitable manner. • Respond quickly to customer complaints to ensure high quality customer service and satisfaction. • Plan and supervise the marketing and promotion activities to attract more customers such as various “How To” Cocktail Classes. • Assist in ordering, purchasing and stocking F&B products. • Coordinate in sourcing and testing new products and menus.• Create housemade bitters, grenadine, barrel aged cocktails and personal infusions.

Kingston, Ny

Program and file all incoming and outgoing memos and grant paperwork. Keep up with applications for incoming clients for a 14 bed runaway and youth shelter while keeping up to date all state and federal assistance funding. Help organize charitable donations, keep up with social media correspondences and be in charge of all/managing events for the shelter.

Wappingers Falls, Ny

Regularly interfaced with executives to identify their diverse needs, as well as to create and implement all events for the Hudson Valley Renegades. Worked collaboratively with the main event manager and Special Events Director to coordinate services for events, such as accommodation and transportation for participants, facilities, catering, signage, displays, special needs requirements, printing, and event security.• Served as a significant contributor in organizing various community outreach, including all aspects of marketing • Prepared the design, creative detail, and strategic planning of each and every event for the Pitch For Kids Fund• Supervised staff for all events as well as keep budget maintenance for all eventsThe Link to my original video of my "Perfect Pitch" has since been removed, however, this was an excerpt of the article: "On September 3rd in front of a capacity crowd of close to 5,000 at Dutchess Stadium, Marist College student Samantha Lopez stepped up and delivered the first Diamond Sports Perfect Pitch, with a flawless delivery of her idea to increase attendance at Renegades games by using Twitter to enlist new fans to follow the team by "retweeting" their messages and win incentives from the team."

Newburgh, Poughkeepsie

Courteously welcome guests and consistently provide pleasurable dinning experience on the historic waterfront. Render high level of assistance to the team members and other staff members in running food or cleaning tables, as necessary, due to high-volume customers. • Planned and coordinated all aspects of large parties for various occasions• Supported in catering a 500-person gala event for a major hospital fundraiser in September 2010

Mixed and served alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks to bar visitors as per TGI Fridays Mixology Guide . Verified patrons' identification in order to ensure that they meet minimum age requirements for consumption of alcoholic beverages. Attended and competed in TGI Fridays Flair Competitions.• Gained substantial experience in creating new and current cocktails in accordance with company’s alcoholic beverage policies• Mentored other team members to enhance their knowledge on beverages and food items while simultaneously increasing sales