Director of Member Relations

• Jun 2018 - Present

Chechessee Creek Club is a timeless golf experience nestled within a landscape of ancient, mossy live oak and long-leaf pine forests, and along the verdant marsh lined waters of Chechessee Creek in Okatie, South Carolina. From the design of the Bill Coore and Ben Crenshaw course to the understated warm architecture of the clubhouse, to the welcoming staff that serves here, to the farm and sea-to-table cuisine that is prepared, Chechessee provides an authentic Lowcountry experience that is simple and natural.Chechessee Creek Club is a private club operated for the golfing enjoyment of its membership. Admission is by invitation only, and its members span the globe. Show less

Director of Accommodations & Hospitality

• Aug 2015 - Jun 2018

Owner

• Mar 2006 - Present

Red Palm Ink is a creative communications firm based in Beaufort, South Carolina. There is no need for a fussy mission statement or a blurry vision statement. Our goal is simple: Create. Communicate. Inspire. We work with individuals, businesses, non-profit agencies, charitable organizations, foundations, government agencies, and educational systems that are looking for creative solutions to bring their ideas to life. Whether you are out to solve a small, simple problem or change the world in a really big way, Red Palm Ink is dedicated to providing innovative communication strategies that meet your goals. Show less

Special Events Coordinator

• Mar 2013 - Aug 2015

Featuring great venues and extraordinaire cuisine, Dataw Island Club Special Events and Catering leaves nothing to chance. We offer everything you need for your special day: From casual hors d'oeuvres on the veranda to elegant plated dinners in the Carolina Ballroom, we are ready to serve. Dataw Island Club is a special place ready to provide exceptional cuisine with southern style and memories to last a lifetime. From menu planning and event design, we scale our services to meet your needs. Besides our signature catering and event services, we include all th extras that make your event complete! Shaped by the Intracoastal Waterway, the beautiful waterfront views of Dataw Island are just minutes away from historic Beaufort, South Carolina. Homes and home sites are available for discerning buyers who understand the value of a magical location with world-class amenities. Come home to a private sea island, a golf community and a new way of life: the Dataw Island way. Show less

Events Producer

• Jul 2012 - Mar 2013

Plum Productions is a full-service event planning and production studio offering turn-key solutions from concept to creation. We offer classic and cutting edge design and production for weddings, corporate, social, and non-profit events. We deliver professional, reliable event expertise built on years of hands-on experience and boundless inventive flair. We believe experience and excellent taste are the foundation to every successful event, and we have built a company that promises to deliver a stress-free, professional, and tastefully outstanding experience for both you and your guests. Show less

Owner/Special Events Coordinator

• Jan 2008 - Jul 2012

Create the perfect fusion of function and style by incorporating my vision and expertise with the needs and expectations of my clients. Oversee the planning, implementation and logistics of wedding rehearsals, ceremonies, and receptions for brides in the Lake Oconee and Greensboro areas, as well as private parties and other special events. Create the perfect fusion of function and style by incorporating my vision and expertise with the needs and expectations of my clients. Oversee the planning, implementation and logistics of wedding rehearsals, ceremonies, and receptions for brides in the Lake Oconee and Greensboro areas, as well as private parties and other special events.

Senior Marketing Manager

• Nov 2004 - Dec 2010

As a Senior Marketing Manager at the University of Georgia Center for Continuing Education, it was my responsibility to successfully promote the core business areas of this public service and outreach unit. The core business of the Georgia Center is to provide outstanding educational programs and services, connecting the University with lifelong learners throughout the world. The Center designs, develops and delivers a variety of educational programs to meet the learning needs of a diverse population. The Center offers a dynamic learning environment — an ideal on-campus location for classes, conferences or special events. • Conferences, seminars, institutes and workshops • Professional and personal development — classroom, online, and certificate programs • Customized training — your choice of format and location • College credit courses through University System of Georgia Independent and Distance Learning and eCore (Georgia's College Core Curriculum Online) • Service and Outreach programs • International continuing education Show less

Editor

• Jan 2003 - Nov 2004

In its short tenure, Gainesville Life was a quarterly lifestyle magazine that served the greater metro Gainesville area. This position required several key skills, including writing and editing, managerial leadership, time management, responsible budgeting and constant supervision of multiple projects. In its short tenure, Gainesville Life was a quarterly lifestyle magazine that served the greater metro Gainesville area. This position required several key skills, including writing and editing, managerial leadership, time management, responsible budgeting and constant supervision of multiple projects.

Editor

• Oct 2000 - Mar 2002

Lake Oconee Living is an award-winning (Magazine Association of Georgia), quarterly lifestyle magazine serving Greene, Morgan and Putnam Counties. I supervised employees ranging from advertising representatives, contributing artists, freelance writers, interns, and in-house department heads. In addition, I was an editor and writer for the Morgan County Citizen, which was awarded “Best Weekly Newspaper” in 2000 by the Georgia Press Association. Lake Oconee Living is an award-winning (Magazine Association of Georgia), quarterly lifestyle magazine serving Greene, Morgan and Putnam Counties. I supervised employees ranging from advertising representatives, contributing artists, freelance writers, interns, and in-house department heads. In addition, I was an editor and writer for the Morgan County Citizen, which was awarded “Best Weekly Newspaper” in 2000 by the Georgia Press Association.