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Lucy Van Beever is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in leadership, event management, and training. She holds a Master of Science degree in Sustainable Economic Development & Tourism Management from Boston University and a Bachelor of Science degree in Hospitality Administration/Management from Cornell University. With over 5 years of experience as Senior Director of Career Operations at Questrom School of Business, Boston University, Lucy has developed a strong background in employer engagement, industry relations, and career operations. Her expertise spans multiple industries, including social impact, energy, and sustainability. Lucy is proficient in multiple languages, including French, Spanish, Dutch, and German, and has a strong foundation in marketing, budgeting, and public speaking. She is also skilled in team building and has a proven track record of improving workflows and processes.

Experience

    • United States
    • Higher Education
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Senior Director of Career Operations
      • Feb 2023 - Present

      Direct all operational and logistical support for key career initiatives, employer-engagement activities, recruiting systems, electronic and print resources, and office administration in the Questrom School of Business Feld Center for Career & Alumni Engagement. Oversee the planning, policymaking, marketing, implementation, and evaluation of the Center's events, programs, and services.

    • Director of Employer Engagement and Industry Relations Mgr. (Social Impact, Energy & Sustainability
      • Feb 2019 - Feb 2023

      Having recruited people for a variety of industries and organizations -- from large corporations to startups -- I know what employers seek in job applicants and enjoy helping candidates prepare for their next career calling. Using a student-centric and skills-based approach, I partner with students to uncover their motivations, enhance their personal brands, market themselves in a targeted manner, connect them with employers/alumni, and leverage their experience to land internships and jobs in the world of business, specifically in triple-bottom-line roles within the fields of sustainability and social impact.Lead a team of career office operations professionals and student workers to plan, market, execute, and continually improve employer and alumni engagement activities with the purpose of improving Questrom student employment outcomes. Collect, synthesize, and report the internship and full-time employment outcomes for 4000+ undergraduate and graduate students. Streamlined systems and improved workflows for constituents; launched two career database platforms and trained users across the School.

    • United States
    • Higher Education
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Associate Director of Employer Relations
      • Nov 2014 - Feb 2019

    • Assistant to the Dean
      • Dec 2011 - Nov 2014

  • LEDOGAR Consulting
    • Boston, Massachusetts, United States
    • Owner
      • Sep 2006 - Dec 2011
      • Boston, Massachusetts, United States

      Boutique consultancy that helped 9 business owners define and implement growth initiatives.Clients were in the following fields: medical/dental/health/wellness/beauty/CPG retail.

    • Regional Director (10 spas/salons in Midwest & Northeast)
      • Mar 2003 - Jul 2004

    • General Manager (4 spas/salons in MA & CT)
      • Feb 2001 - May 2003

  • Danielle Spa for Beauty & Wellness
    • Bonita Springs, Florida, United States
    • Director of Operations & Human Resources
      • Jan 1999 - Jan 2001
      • Bonita Springs, Florida, United States

      Helped design, open and operate 10,000 ft2 wellness center & full-service spa/salon with 78 staff. Managed all aspects of talent acquisition, HR, licensing, operations, customer service, market research, website design, marketing, scheduling, inventory, buying, merchandising, product education, sales, and facility maintenance. * Responsible for staff education on customer service standards (modelled on Ritz Carlton's)* Interviewed, hired and onboarded service providers * Managed day-to-day successful delivery of all services offered at Danielle Spa including massage, facials, body treatments, aromatherapy, waxing, skin exfoliation, acupressure, acupuncture, hydrotherapy, sauna/steam treatments, plastic surgery, permanent makeup, Pilates, special events, catering, wellness education, pilates and yoga. * Created and implemented marketing and PR vehicles to generate revenue and increase guest retention* Taught beginner Pilates.

  • Cooper Hotels
    • Fort Myers, Florida, United States
    • Sales Manager
      • 1997 - 1999
      • Fort Myers, Florida, United States

    • Sales Manager
      • 1996 - 1997

  • Hyatt Hotels Corporation
    • Washington, District of Columbia, United States
    • Sales/Catering/PR Assistant; Guest Services; Asst. Director of Housekeeping
      • 1992 - 1996
      • Washington, District of Columbia, United States

  • SILVER SPRING COUNTRY CLUB INCORPORATED
    • Ridgefield, Connecticut, United States
    • Assistant Manager
      • May 1991 - Sep 1991
      • Ridgefield, Connecticut, United States

  • Henlopen Hotel Inc
    • Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, United States
    • Summer Intern
      • May 1990 - Aug 1990
      • Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, United States

  • Hilton Hotels & Resorts
    • McLean, Virginia, United States
    • Summer Food & Beverage Intern
      • May 1989 - Aug 1989
      • McLean, Virginia, United States

  • Hecht's Department Stores
    • Vienna, Virginia, United States
    • Salesperson
      • Nov 1988 - Jan 1989
      • Vienna, Virginia, United States

  • Hyatt Regency Washington on Capitol Hill
    • Washington, District of Columbia, United States
    • Intern
      • Sep 1987 - May 1988
      • Washington, District of Columbia, United States

  • Towne Silver & Goldsmith
    • Vienna, Virginia, United States
    • Salesperson
      • 1987 - 1988
      • Vienna, Virginia, United States

  • Hilton Zurich Airport
    • Zurich, Switzerland
    • Dining Room Server
      • Jun 1987 - Sep 1987
      • Zurich, Switzerland

Education

  • Boston University
    Master of Science - MS, Sustainable Economic Development & Tourism Management
  • Cornell University
    Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Hospitality Administration/Management
  • The Madeira School
    High School Diploma
  • 1982 - 1987
    European School of Brussels I
    European Baccalaureate (candidate)

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