Experience

Chicago Twenty Something

• United States
• Events Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Event Coordinator

  • May 2010 - Present

  -Provide personalized customer service through the planning and execution of large events in the downtown area.-Strong knowledge of back-end operations, experience with bartending, and thorough knowledge of front end operations.-Knowledge of product promotions available through vendors; use suggestive sales to attract guests.-Exhibit proactive service and problem resolution; work in a fast pace environment using teamwork to meet peak service demands. -Provide personalized customer service through the planning and execution of large events in the downtown area.-Strong knowledge of back-end operations, experience with bartending, and thorough knowledge of front end operations.-Knowledge of product promotions available through vendors; use suggestive sales to attract guests.-Exhibit proactive service and problem resolution; work in a fast pace environment using teamwork to meet peak service demands.



Tying the Knot

• Wedding Coordinator Intern

  • May 2009 - Sep 2009

  -Performed administrative detail to execute objectives for weddings.-Gained intake experience for wedding plan development.-Attended weddings and receptions; developed effective relationships with catering managers; supervised photography; resolved wedding and reception operational issues; and ensured event timelines were met.-Acquired working knowledge of flower types, floral arrangements, and accent lighting.-Developed an understanding of food trends, seasonal foods, food pairings, creative foods available through vendors.-Experienced with culturally diverse and religious wedding traditions.