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Allison Bruley is a seasoned executive with a proven track record in event planning, customer service, and sales management. As a Director of Catering Sales at Marriott Hotels and a Manager of Events at Beets Hospitality Group, she has honed her skills in managing high-volume events, negotiating contracts, and ensuring exceptional customer satisfaction. Holding a Master of Arts degree from the University of San Francisco and a Bachelor of Arts from San Francisco State University, Allison brings a unique blend of academic rigor and industry expertise to her roles.

Experience

  • Canyon Middle School
    • Castro Valley, California, United States
    • Teacher
      • Aug 2022 - Present
      • Castro Valley, California, United States

  • McGrail Vineyards
    • Livermore, California, United States
    • Administrative Assistant
      • Oct 2020 - Aug 2021
      • Livermore, California, United States

  • Marriott Hotels
    • Pleasanton, California
    • Director Of Catering Sales
      • Dec 2019 - Jul 2020
      • Pleasanton, California

      Position Eliminated Due to COVID-19

    • United States
    • Hospitality
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Manager of Events and Coordinators
      • Jun 2015 - Dec 2019

    • Event Coordinator
      • Apr 2014 - Jun 2015

    • Catering Sales Manager
      • Mar 2013 - Apr 2014

    • Catering Sales Manager
      • Aug 2012 - Mar 2013

    • Group Sales Coordinator
      • Apr 2012 - Aug 2012

    • Catering Sales Manager & Wedding Coordinator
      • 2009 - Apr 2012

      Responsible to meet and exceed sales goals for Catering Department in high volume banquet facility. Negotiate and close sales proposals. Prepare event contracts and banquet event orders. Conduct site tours, sales presentations and assist customers in aspects of all inclusive event planning. Manage event logistics including interface with Vendors, Banquet Staff, Chef and other departments.

    • Customer Service Manager
      • 2007 - 2009

      Responsible for communications with city and municipal officials, negotiating permits and project approvals. Acted as single point of contact for customer service, problem resolution, warranty repairs and escrow facilitation for all homeowners in four Bay Area communities. Assisted marketing team with planning and execution of community building events designed to promote business and build customer credibility. Developed materials and organizational systems for the Warranty and Customer Service Departments.

    • Sales Manager
      • 2006 - 2007

      Oversee seven acre property with multiple departments and 120 employees. Primary focus on increasing sales and membership. Responsible to ensure a high level of customer satisfaction resulting in repeat and referral business for a client base of 3,000 members.

Education

  • 2021 - 2022
    University of San Francisco
    Master of Arts - MA, Teaching - MAT
  • San Francisco State University
    B.A., Organizational Communications
  • San Francisco State, College of Extended Learning
    Certification, Corporate Meeting and Event Planning

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Industry Focus. “Hospitality”

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