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Beverly Hills, California, Us

▪ Manage event logistics through all stages of planning, set-up, and execution.▪ Assist sales manager in post-event financials▪ Lead weekly SEO meetings with all departments and pre-shifts with all employees prior to event▪ Act as point of contact for client and liaison with all departments including DLS, Production, Operations, catering, and rental companies▪ Generate additional revenue through upsells such as branding, A/V rentals, additional décor items and more. Increased event CM by 5% with upsells during 2019▪ Assist in training incoming logistics staff for other venues▪ Provide operational and managerial support to other departments during promoted shows and ticketed rentals

▪ Plan and execute events in cities nationwide for Fortune 100 client ranging drastically in size and budgets: from 20-1000 guests, $1k-$1 million budgets, from one day team outing to multi-day corporate retreats▪ Play a key role in client’s yearly corporate retreat for 1000+ guests over the span of nine days, including managing decor for nightly parties and receptions, planning executive outings, researching and booking multiple group activities daily, and supervising registration and hospitality desk▪ Manage budgets leading up to events and assist with post-event accounting

Fort Lauderdale, Florida, Us

• Research potential new leads in multiple target fields, including corporate, convention, and education • Assist in the creation of sales and marketing materials• Foster and maintain relationships with both clients and partners• Manage sales campaigns and Welcome Walks Newsletter

Beverly Hills, California, Us

- Responsible for the execution, servicing, and detailing of events booked by the Special Events Department from the planning to execution stage. - Act as liaison between Special Events, Production, Operations, vendors and clients in order to ensure smooth and efficient events.- Provide administrative support and assistance to the Director of Sales and Sales Manager.- Assist in the coordination of operational set-up and break down of events (equipment needs, rental needs, and station set-up)- Schedule event staff including security, cleaning, event, and bar staff- Ensure all equipment, floor plans, and miscellaneous items have been ordered and are accounted for.- Create Event Call Sheets detailing run of show for event staff, security, bar staff, and operations team.- Manage rider needs for talent and backstage hospitality- Assist with marketing materials and campaigns promoting the venue as a Special Events facility through email and social media marketing- Research and prospect new business for the sales team- Responsible for upsells during the planning process including A/V, rentals, and branding opportunities for clients- Update sales tools including branding sheets, one sheets, proposals, and venue listings on partner websites

Zurich, Zh, Ch

-Responsible for general operational support of Customer Briefing Center, including food and beverage services, inventory management, vendor management, and facilities oversight.-Provide logistics/concierge support for customers and account teams if needed including lodging, dining, transportation and entertainment.-Assist users with briefing management system registration and on-line reservation system.-Manage and distribute Customer Briefing Center schedules for meeting rooms, events and maintenance.-Handle the distribution and collection of CBC feedback forms, including entering feedback data into the briefing management system and providing results to the Director and account teams.-Create, edit, and manage marketing materials and up-to-date presentations for customer display monitors-Assist with the creation and editing of corporate presentations, including PowerPoint presentations and org charts-Create, distribute, and collect surveys for both customers and all Atlanta employees on topics including customer satisfaction, training effectiveness, and carpooling.-Cover for Front Desk Receptionist and Facilities Manager when sick or on vacation

Atlanta, Georgia, Us

-Help with filing and other administrative tasks-Responsible for updating customer contact lists and inventory sheets-Also responsible for inputting all check and credit card receipts as well as other basic accounting functions: inputting purchase orders, issuing credit notes, and invoicing customers.-Help to improve sales by creating custom spreadsheets of items of interest for major customers.

Atlanta, Georgia, Us

-Liaison between University and external renters, providing excellent customer service and ground support-Responsible for training, scheduling, and managing team of 6 student technicians.-Direct experience supervising large groups (500+) and small functions following University protocol-Utilize creative and logistical strength to troubleshoot issues and complications during events-Arrange tables, place-settings, floral arrangements for high profile events such as major fund-raising campaigns-Provide site tours to potential renters including film scouts, camp operators, and brides.-Assist with invoicing clients and renters.

Atlanta, Georgia, Us

-Provide media and technical support for over 100 events in multiple venues throughout campusSupport services for companies including GA Shakespeare Festival, Capital City Opera Company, Focus on Fashion, Suzi Bass Awards, and Van Michael Hair Salons-Responsible for publicity for multiple theatrical productions by designing print advertisements for the campus and utilizing social media and local newspapers to appeal to the community-Perform various stage preparations such as hanging lighting fixtures, designing props, building set pieces, and running lighting and sound boards during events

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), English Language And Literature

Study Abroad, English