Experience

Grand Pacific Resorts

• United States
• Hospitality
• 200 - 300 Employee

• Project Manager

  • Jan 2017 - Present

  • Project manager during the renovation of the Sheraton Carlsbad Resort & Spa into the Sheraton & Westin Resorts & Spa • Coordinated with three site superintendents to minimize construction impact on guest experience • On site contact for Resort staff for issues related to construction • Sought out vendors and obtained bids for capital projects • Determined quantities and ordered all collateral for renovated and new guest rooms • Received and stored supplies, furniture and equipment related to renovation and expansion • Renovated existing 120 key Sheraton building including replacement of carpets and drapes • Supervised the installation of FF&E and OS&E of new 48 key Sheraton Family Suite building • Renovated existing 130 key Sheraton building into Westin including installation of wallpaper, vinyl flooring, drapes, vanities and plumbing accessories • Supervised logistics company for installation of all Westin FF&E in 208 rooms, corrected issues as necessary • Created punch lists for contractors and inspected to ensure items were corrected in all buildings • Collaborated with internal management, staff, subcontractors and ownership to ensure that project deadlines were met on schedule with minimal guest impact • Supervised subcontractors ensuring project completion according to building plans and construction schedule Show less



Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Ithaca

• General Manager

  • Mar 2013 - Jun 2016

  • In collaboration with property management company, successfully lead the opening of property in new market segment • Coordinated and supervised subcontractors during final months of construction • Developed and nurtured a team of management and hourly staff members • Provided feedback to management and hourly associates on customer service and operational standards • Managed flow of labor between departments to achieve labor budget and profitability goals • Conducted all employees’ performance reviews • Created marketing materials using MS InDesign and Photoshop • Collaborated with internal and external management to ensure optimal operational performance • Monitored Food & Beverage forecasting and ordering to reduce waste • Created and adhered to annual $4 million budget • Analyzed weekly Budget vs Actuals reports and monthly Profit and Loss statements to control costs and maximize profit • Served as primary Human Resources, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and Vendor contact • Measured and analyzed property performance through financial data, guest satisfaction and associate engagement • Utilized Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook as well as QuickBooks on a daily basis Show less



T. Colin Campbell Foundation

• Director of Marketing and Human Resources

  • Nov 2010 - Jan 2013

  The T. Colin Campbell Foundation is an educational non-profit, providing online education in plant-based nutrition. • Managed all aspects of Human Resources for employees in eight states • Provided oversight for monthly financials using QuickBooks • Collaborated with eCornell, Cornell University’s online learning platform, to market and maintain online courses • Oversaw all aspects of Marketing: including ad creation and placement, online marketing, booking events; on-site event management: worked with trade show representatives and vendors to set up booths, oversaw and participated with Foundation staff promoting the Foundation and its courses to event attendees • Prepared Foundation’s yearly budget, quarterly and year end reports for Board of Directors • Participated in events to attract new and retain existing donors Show less


Hilton Garden Inn
• United States
• Hospitality
• 700 & Above Employee
• Food & Beverage Director

  • Jul 2009 - Oct 2010

Willow
• Argentina
• IT Services and IT Consulting
• Dining Room Manager

  • May 2007 - Jun 2009