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Develop and deliver events and programs at Old Sturbridge Village, Coggeshall Farm Museum, and all Charter Schools including Advancement Events, Signature and Expanded and Enhanced Events, as well as historically based, year-long Public Program designed to attract front gate visitors.

Charlton, Massachusetts, United States

An extremely organized, outgoing, adaptable, and creative Event Planner of exceptional customized functions. Proven ability to balance priorities, meet tight deadlines, and produce superior quality experiences. • Seamlessly planned, designed and directed the execution of tailor-made social and private events (meetings, holiday events, weddings, birthday parties, themed celebrations) for individual clients• Managed $50K+ budgets saving clients an average of 20% from the overall cost of event• Designed agenda, layout, and menus specific to each unique themed celebration according to the personal tastes and budgets of clients, managing and exceeding expectations• Arranged and managed all phases of production including transportation services and contracted vendors and freelance professionals for entertainment and specialty catering- Seamlessly planned, designed and directed the execution of over 40 tailor-made social and private events (meetings, holiday events, weddings, birthday parties, themed celebrations) for individual clients- Managed $50K+ budgets saving clients and average of 20% from the overall cost of event- Designed agenda, layout, and menus specific to each unique themed celebration according to the personal tastes and budgets of clients, managing and exceeding expectations- Arranged and managed all phases of production including transportation services and contracted vendors and freelance professionals for entertainment and specialty catering

Worcester, Ma

• Provide leadership, strategic planning, and administration of 3 profit centers; Events, Shop, and Café • Responsible for all internal, public, and private events including day-to-day staff management, purchasing, contract negotiations with vendors, forecasting and yearly business plan, profit and loss, and budget• Direct, train, and motivate the team to deliver outstanding customer service, provide the best guest experience, and drive financial results• Liaise with various departments, committee members, and stakeholders to identify and be at the forefront of innovative sources of revenue

• Developed, organized and executed 2 annual fundraisers, and served as the primary contact for all vendors• Coordinated with development, marketing, and finance to ensure event profitability• Spearheaded cost saving through research of new vendors and negotiated contracts with partnered vendors • Created, designed, and distributed promotional materials with a circulation of 1,000 to corporate sponsors, private donors, and event attendees

Master Of Business Administration - Mba Hospitality, Hospitality Administration/Management, Gpa, 4.0

Bachelor Of Science (Bs), Hospitality Management, Gpa: 4.0., Summa Cum Laude