Experience

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  Hilton Garden Inn

  • Waltham

  • Catering Sales Manager

    • Apr 2014 - Present
    • Waltham

    Catering and Event Sales: business and socialContract negotiations, site tours, increase core clientele, marketing initiativesIncreased sales by 75% in first year. Consistently meet or exceed budget goals.Creative use of meeting space and menu development.

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  Bloomingdale's

  • The Registry at Huntington, NY

  • Bridal Consultant

    • Sep 2012 - Jan 2013
    • The Registry at Huntington, NY

    Responsible for increasing sales in Bridal Registry Department using creative selling techniques, registry accessorizing, upselling.

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  Willow Creek Golf and Country Club

  • Private Events Director

    • Aug 2003 - Jun 2012

    On site prior to construction of country club. Pre-sold 65 weddings without a building to show customers. Opening year sales approximately $1million.Responsible for all social and corporate sales up to and including execution of event. Maintain core clientele and sourcing new business.Created systems to streamline proper distribution of information including but not limited to contracts, invoicing, BEO's.Hire, train and supervise catering staff, restaurant staff, bar staff and employees of support services (valet parking, etc)Coordinate and confirm all vendors for each event.Event Manager - on site for every event from start to finish.