Personable and creative professional with a track record of consistently exceeding job goals.

  Stellar listening, verbal communication and interpersonal skills to gain the trust of key stakeholders, from customers to colleagues to vendors.

  Experience planning, coordinating, organizing and executing a variety of special events.

  Excellent writing and editing skills to draft a variety of correspondence, including for social media.

  Strong knowledge of social media sites such as Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest and Snapchat.

  Proactively identified and resolved problems in real time in order to implement favorable solutions.

  Outstanding time management, attention to detail and organizational skills to juggle multiple priorities.

  Proficient with Windows and Macintosh operating systems, and Microsoft Office Suite; and Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator and Lightroom computer software programs.

  Willing to travel.

Client Relations Project Management Event Planning/Management

Copywriting Budgeting/Purchasing Marketing and Advertising

Lead Bartender, Nomo Soho Hotel New York, NY May 2015-Present

  Build and grow relationships with patrons at this boutique high-end hotel.

  Take the initiative to introduce new products to the menu in order to retain clientele.

  Help to organize and plan major events at the hotel and consistently exceeded performance objectives.

Independent Wedding Coordinator New York, NY Jan. 2015-Present

  Display stellar people and event planning skills to plan weddings featuring more than 250 guests.

  Work closely with clients to select the location and decor and choose the caterer and entertainment.

  Showcase strong management skills to ensure each wedding goes off without a major glitch.

Previously:

Executive Assistant, The Factory Group Marketing Co. New York, NY May 2014-May 2015

  Provided outstanding service and support to the Chief Executive Officer.

  Gained the trust, confidence and respect of management to supervise large special events.

Special Events/Bartender, Tao Group New York, NY 2013-2014

  Collaborated effectively with a diverse team of personnel to provide an outstanding guest experience.

  Demonstrated stellar creativity and organizational skills to plan and executive major events.

Customer Service/Events Associate, Kimpton Hotels San Diego, CA 2010-2013

  Coordinated and managed sponsorships as well as sponsorship activation.

  Displayed strong writing skills to write content for employee newsletters and stockholder reports.

  Increased consumer awareness by achieved sales targets by 18%.

Beverage Server, Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Las Vegas, NV 2009-2012

  Consistently exceeded performance expectations in a fast-paced, high-volume work environment.

  Built and maintained rapport with a diverse team of clients to achieve performance objectives.

Sales Marketing & Events Coordinator, Spin Radio Cayman Cayman Islands 2008-2009

  Organized and executed multiple events for the No. 1 radio station on the island, including the Governors Cup Golf Tournament, which raised $25,000 (USD) and featured 75 professional and amateur players.

  Spearheaded other major events such as the Pirates Week Kickoff & Afterparty, attended by 1,000+.

  Increased traffic to the station website and blog 25% within six months by drafting high-quality content.

Buyer & Store Manager, MainStreet Traders Sarasota, FL 2005-2008

  Led a sales and customer service team of 15 personnel and worked closely with over 20 interior designers to create a unique room d cor across a 2,000 square foot showroom for this provider of luxury linens, home accessories and furniture.

  Managed a $250,000 annual purchasing budget and cut costs by $15,000 over two years by negotiating favorable agreements with vendors for bulk purchases.

  Increased average customer spend 15% after introducing bundle and cross sales item.

Sales Rep Manager, Southwestern Co. Nashville, TN 2004-2005

  Led a team of 25 personnel for this book distributor to maximize their potential and excel.

  Earned the Gold Seal Award and Big Check Award for consistently exceeding sales objectives.