Experience

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  Pepperdine University Graduate School of Educat...

  • Malibu, California, United States

  • Student at Pepperdine University Graduate School of Education and Psychology

    • Sep 2019 - Present
    • Malibu, California, United States
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  Noble House Hotels & Resorts

  • United States
  • Hospitality
  • 500 - 600 Employee

  • Corporate Sales Manager

    • Mar 2018 - Present

    -Develop catering sales marketing plan, goals & strategies-Prospect, solicit and close new business as well as maintain repeat clients. Handle all major events and VIP clients-Work closely with Group Sales to sell menus which meet the client's needs and maximize revenues-Review & develop departmental structure (i.e. sales, support & service staff)-Conduct periodic departmental meetings to review activity & performance-Coach departmental & sales managers to ensure goal & plan achievement-Periodically review & adjust catering menus to ensure product and vision consistency-Meet with clients to work out the details of their functions. Escort clients through the property and highlight features of facility as well as available services-Work with F&B Director and Banquet Manager to establish policy standards, procedures, operational guidelines & service manual Review & co-ordinate with chef creative menus & new product ideas-Meet & greet clients on event dates and supervise as needed-General knowledge of conference technology and audio visual needs-Entertain prospective clients and give tours of event space, outlets and guest rooms-Keep updated on current sales trends within the market and the competitive set-Represent the Hotel in trade shows, industry organizations and community events

  • Catering Sales Manager

    • Aug 2017 - Present

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  Ida Gardner Events

  • Manhattan Beach

  • Owner/Senior Event Planner

    • Nov 2005 - Jul 2017
    • Manhattan Beach

    Ida Gardner is the owner & principle planner/designer of Ida Gardner Events. Ida Gardner Events provides professional planning services for wedding, party & corporate events.

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  Young Life

  • Manhattan Beach, CA

  • Senior Event Planner

    • Sep 2001 - Oct 2005
    • Manhattan Beach, CA

    • Responsible for all events such as receptions, fundraisers, business meetings, conferences, parties, golf tournament, donor events, and other special occasions. • Key responsibilities include account management, business development, market research, sales prospecting, public relations, custome...

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  Yhul Rhames and Atkinson LLP

  • Culver City

  • Legal Translation Services

    • Apr 2000 - Aug 2001
    • Culver City