Experience

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  Masterpiece Weddings and Events by De'Bora,...

  • Washington D.C. Metro Area

  • Owner

    • 2014 - Present
    • Washington D.C. Metro Area

    Spearhead execution of memorable weddings, celebrations, and events through strategic planning and logistics that deliver on a client's vision. • Event Planning: Craft shared vision with clients through coordination of event décor, theme, and catering choices. Create tailored event timelines ...

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  Dave Edwards Events Inc.

  • Washington D.C. Metro Area

  • Events Coordinator

    • 2009 - 2017
    • Washington D.C. Metro Area

    Conceptualized, coordinated, and executed diverse special events for corporate and non-profit organizations.• Event Planning: Acted as liaison between the client, speakers, venue personnel, sponsors, and guests. Created full day-of-event schedule specified to client objectives. Secured event and ...

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  U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development

  • Washington D.C. Metro Area

  • Human Resources Manager

    • 1977 - 2011
    • Washington D.C. Metro Area

    Managed and administered the Human Resources function for various organizations within the department. Administered the recruitment and talent acquisition program and supervised the processing of employee requests. Managed and coordinated employee grievances and labor management cases, spearhea...

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  Various Non Profit organizations

  • Events Coordinator & Assistant

    • 1993 - 2010

    Designed, planned, and implemented events for a multitude of non-profit organizations, associations, conferences, and galas over eighteen years. • Event Planning: Facilitated streamlined communication as primary liaison for event speakers, sponsors, managers, and guests. Crafted and directed s...