Experience

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  Amelia Island, Florida

  • Amelia Island, Florida

  • Director of Interactive Engagement

    • Dec 2019 - Present
    • Amelia Island, Florida

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  Resort and Commercial Recreation Association

  • Non-Profit Volunteer

    • Nov 2016 - Dec 2020

    Conference Planning Chair (November 2016 - 2020)- Coordinated and organized the full planning of the 2017 and 2019 National Conferences as well as the 2018 Strategic Summit- Recruited keynote speakers, guest speakers, and educational session speakers to enhance the conference experience for 150+ members in attendance each year- Created the conference programs and integrated information into the conference app which included an interactive social platform that was well received by the attendees- Planned and produced unique networking events throughout the conference agendas where attendees were able to network in an engaging and memorable environment- Improved the communication and structure of the Board of Directors throughout tenure on the board which allowed for committee strength and increased recruitment tactics- Finalized banquet event orders detailing meals, meeting room set up, hotel/resort accommodations, and audio/visual needs through effective virtual communications with the site managers- Integrated engaging fundraising aspects into the evening events to raise $12K+ in scholarship fundingSite Selection Chair (November 2016 - 2020)- Attended Connect Marketplace annually since 2016 as a meeting planner to network with hotels/resorts- Prepared presentations based on extensive research that provided site and financial information to the Board of Directors in order to finalize decisions on future sites for the National Conference- Negotiated resort contracts with sites to achieve room rate, meal cost, and overall expense goalsAll Positions Held- Co-Chair of the Communications Committee (November 2020 - present)- President of the Board of Directors (Three-year term: November 2017-2020)- Secretary of the Board of Directors (November 2016 - November 2017)- Agency Professional Member (November 2011 - Present)- Emerging Professional (September 2009 - November 2011)

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  ghSMART

  • Virtual

  • Recruiting Coordinator

    • Mar 2019 - Oct 2019
    • Virtual

    - Coordinated the travel, over-night accommodations, and meeting specifics for candidate interviews while providing a white glove experience for high-profile candidates- Instituted team guidelines for the candidate to be passed off between interview stages in order to create a smooth and positive process for the team and the candidate- Worked daily with the United Kingdom branch to grow their team by 20% within the year

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  Omni Amelia Island Plantation Resort

  • United States
  • Hospitality
  • 100 - 200 Employee

  • Senior Recreation Event Manager

    • Jan 2017 - Mar 2019

    - Dedicated to supporting the Executive Director of Recreation by carrying out all responsibilities including expense reports, project management, and leadership in the absence of the executive- Executed the weekly scheduling for the 25-person team accomplishing coverage from 7:00AM to 11:00PM daily which included fulfilling up to ten different shifts per day- Oversaw the event production of 15+ guest events for numerous holiday celebrations accommodating up to 800 attendees per event- Customized and implemented 150+ group activities from 20-600 guests per program- Balanced the departments expenses, labor, and revenue on a quarterly forecasting plan achieving all goals in 2017 and 2018

  • Group Recreation Sales and Special Events Manager

    • Jul 2015 - Jan 2017

    - Contracted over 450 group programs while working through the entire sales and planning process: site visit, cost negotiation, planning meetings, vendor arrangements, and event production- Created marketing materials encompassing 50+ exclusive options for clients to browse including team building events, recreational tours, local experiences, entertainment options, children's programs- Accomplished 124% of yearly sales goal- Nominated and awarded manager of second quarter in 2016- Completed a 3-week task force mission at Omni La Costa Resort in Carlsbad, CA to jumpstart a group recreation programming department consisting of local concessions and team building concepts

  • Recreation Coordinator

    • Apr 2014 - Jul 2015

    - Launched the opening of a partnership program on site for Biggest Loser Resort, Amelia Island- Managed a labor-intensive Beach Operation consisting of 30 seasonal associates for 6 months- Implemented the first annual Turkey Trot 5K consisting of 550+ runners in attendance, generating $10K in revenue with proceeds supporting the local YMCA community- Expanded excel proficiency by creating a daily report for six managers and the Executive Director of Recreation to monitor $950K+ incoming revenue across nine different departments

  • Restauarant Supervisor / Banquet Captain

    • Dec 2013 - Apr 2014

  • Social Recreation Activities Manager

    • Mar 2012 - Dec 2013

    - Hired 25 quality associates for the resorts $90 million renovation re-opening for the 2013 season- Designed daily drop off youth program generating $125K yearly revenue with enticing theme enhancements, creative crafts, learning excursions and innovative activities- Developed charismatic public speaking skills by hosting poolside entertainment for families- Produced numerous special events in junction with local community charities

  • Recreation Intern

    • May 2011 - Mar 2012

    - Provided an extension of leadership to the department supervisor for the Amelia's Wheels team- Perfected guiding two hour Segway tours creating engaging and memorable moments for riders- Assisted with bicycle maintenance for guests and member residents of the resort

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  TradeWinds Island Resorts

  • Practicum Apprentice

    • May 2010 - Aug 2010

    Explored recreation passion through overseeing drop off kids camp programs as well as beach and poolside kids activities as a recreation lead counselor.