Experience

Mayslake Village

• United States
• Non-profit Organizations
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Life Enrichment Coordinator

  • Dec 2022 - Present

  Responsible for the planning, coordinating and implementation of a busy Life Enrichment program for the over 600 residents of Mayslake Village. Programs include arts and crafts, ceramics, exercise, theater and entertainment events and parties. Responsibilities: • Create physical spaces for older adults to explore their hobbies, interests, and passions. • Manage staff as well as volunteers. • Manage a budget. • Organize and maintain facilities. • Keep up-to-date on trends in life enrichment and the needs of older adults. • Communicate effectively with volunteers and the community. • Planning and coordinating all special events. • Developing monthly newsletter and event flyers to market programs. • Managing our Social Media.



Park Place of Elmhurst

• United States
• Medical Practices
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Life Enrichment Assistant

  • Feb 2020 - Dec 2022

  The primary purpose of my position is to assist in the planning, implementation of recreational, social, intellectual, emotional, and spiritual programs. Responsibilities: • Assist in planning, developing, organizing, implementing, and evaluating activity programs • Encourage residents to participate in scheduled activity programs • Create a positive atmosphere of warmth, personal interest, and fun • Befriend residents to encourage resident self-esteem • Promote an environment of safety • Maintain the confidentiality of all resident care information • Have patience, tact, cheerful disposition, enthusiasm and ability to incorporate these into life enrichment services • Possess leadership ability, ability to receive direction, and willingness to work harmoniously with others • Complete initial assessment and MDS on individuals among a variety of diagnoses • Develop individualized care plans that identified each individual problem/need and goals



The Odyssey

• Nigeria
• Writing and Editing

• Event Specialist

  • Sep 2019 - Feb 2020

  Responsibilities: • Conduct tours of facility and grounds with clients • Field general inquiries regarding packages, room availability, and pricing • Organize and schedule client appointments • Hold consultations with brides and grooms to go over event details • Assist in day-to-day administrative duties responsible for planning and executing flawless events • Work with clients on menu options, set up details, floor plans, guest seating, linen orders, and more • Provide excellent customer service • Promote venue and brand tastefully and professionally



The Global Leadership Network

• United States
• Non-profit Organization Management
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Main Campus Volunteer Administrator

  • May 2019 - Aug 2019

  The Global Leadership Network is a non-profit Christian organization committed to the idea that inspired, encouraged, and equipped leaders create change within their churches, organizations, and companies. Every year, the GLN hosts The Global Leadership Summit which is a two-day, world-class leadership event experienced by more than 200,000 leaders around the world. I was placed in an operational role that partnered with the event manager to recruit, manage, and train the volunteers during the event at the Main Campus location. Responsibilities: • Manage volunteer data and share data with volunteer high capacity leaders • Track volunteer sign-ups • Order t-shirts and organize distribution to volunteers • Prepare volunteer name badges for distribution • Support Conference Event Manager with event preparations for volunteer leader gathering, volunteer training, and volunteer celebration. • Support Conference Event Manager with additional tasks related to excellent volunteer experiences • Support guest engagement during high call volume dates and as needed • Align with Volunteer Champion to support volunteer strategy



Cornerstone University

• United States
• Higher Education
• 400 - 500 Employee

• Event Coordinator Intern

  • Jan 2019 - May 2019

  I worked under the Director of Events and Hospitality at Cornerstone University in the Events and Hospitality department. I helped manage multiple internal and external events, assisted with the choosing of new preferred caterers, and I played a crucial role in creating a centerpiece rental option for our clients. Responsibilities: • Respond to and manage incoming event inquiries from internal and external clients. • Plan and execute a breakfast event with 140 guests. • Recruit, train, and manage 10 volunteers for the breakfast event. • Assist in the execution of Cornerstone University Commencement 2019. • Organize, purchase storage bins, and create an inventory system for two supply closets. • Give tours of rentable spaces to external clients.



Willow Creek Association

• United States

• Main Campus Volunteer Administrator for the Global Leadership Summit

  • May 2018 - Aug 2018

  The Willow Creek Association is a non-profit Christian organization committed to the idea that inspired, encouraged, and equipped leaders create change within their churches, organizations, and companies. Every year, the WCA hosts The Global Leadership Summit which is a two-day, world-class leadership event experienced by more than 200,000 leaders around the world. I was placed in an operational role that partnered with the event manager to recruit, manage, and train the volunteers during the event at the Main Campus location. Responsibilities: • Manage volunteer data and share data with volunteer high capacity leaders • Track volunteer sign-ups • Order t-shirts and organize distribution to volunteers • Prepare volunteer name badges for distribution • Support Conference Event Manager with event preparations for volunteer leader gathering, volunteer trainings and celebrations. • Support Conference Event Manager with additional tasks related to excellent volunteer experiences • Support guest engagement during high call volume dates and as needed • Align with Volunteer Champion to support volunteer strategy