Stephanie B. Email & Phone Number

Portland, Oregon Metropolitan Area

Portland, Oregon Area

• Contract, plan and execute meetings, weddings and special events• Manage all aspects of event cycle; identify unique event needs through heavy engagement with client• Cultivate special events to build awareness of brand and generate revenue • Collaborate with industry partners on events that serve local community • Proactively solicit potential clients and network in the industry to build client base• Key strategist in creation of revised business plan leading to increased revenue and number of events• Oversee and manage event staff; ensure standards of hospitality are met

Portland, Or

• Oversee all aspects of Catering and Event Sales Department that generates $1.5 million annually• Administer, direct and control full spectrum of event and catering operations; approximately 600 events/yr.• Source, hire and collaborate with team of event vendors to meet demands and improve guest experience • Lead and develop team of full-time administrative, sales and event staff• Develop and strategize sales and marketing tactics to enhance revenue production• Present weekly and monthly revenue reports and strategies to corporate management and ownership group• Identify, target and cultivate business relationships in support of department goals• Establish yearly budget and marketing plan• Enhance guest experience through creation of experiences, activities and events• Collaborate with department heads ensuring maximum potential of client satisfaction • Increased department revenue 22%; achieved 98% client satisfaction rate

Vancouver, Wa

• Expertly plan and execute meetings and events; approximately 1,0000 /yr.• Cultivate and execute events for membership including golf tournaments, holiday events, fundraisers• Promote and market event facilities to members and public• Oversee contracted team of event vendors• Generate event documents including proposals, contracts, diagrams and financial statements• Establish budget and monthly forecasts; generate financial reports• Increased banquet revenue by 30%

Portland, Oregon Area

• Coordinate and manage all on-site and off-site and catering and special events• Generate awareness of business and services through creation of special, ticketed events• Skillfully negotiate contracts; generate proposals, financial and billing statements• Direct marketing efforts and generate awareness of business through participation in community events and trade shows• Manage business operations including accounts payable and receivable, daily accounting procedures, taxes, payroll, hiring, and scheduling

Seattle, Wa

• Seamlessly orchestrate private events within Zoo’s unique spaces and confines• Identify opportunities and create experiences that financially support zoo's global conservation efforts• Assist with creation and implementation of member and public events • Direct internal departments in execution of event logistics• Drive marketing efforts; coordinate participation in trade shows• Oversee department staff, interns, volunteers; collaborate with Aramark Catering • Increased revenue 40%