Experience

Iron Abbey Gastropub

• United States
• Restaurants
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Event Coordinator & Social Media Manager

  • Jun 2021 - Present

  -Coordinate and execute B2B and B2C contracts of in-house events to maintain calendar with MS Outlook.-Organize and create print, online, and social media materials to carry out marketing goals.-Schedule promotions and events utilizing marketing strategies to drive target audience.-Seek appropriate community events/outreach initiatives for distribution, participation, or partnership. -Manage phone and web inquiries for reservations, fundraising, donation requests, and customer feedback.-Maintain job postings while supporting hiring managers by scheduling interviews with potential candidates.



Elmwood Park Zoo

• United States
• Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Event Sales Manager

  • May 2018 - Mar 2021

  Oversees the collective coordination of all event information and resources, and is responsible for account management, sales prospecting and business development. - On a daily basis, was able to work with clients to reserve, detail and organize large party bookings. - Managed onsite database & paperwork for event information details- Planned, designed & directed the execution of social, corporate, and private events (meetings, holiday events, company picnics, birthday parties, & weddings) for clients, ranging from 7-400.- Managed on-site registration, to assure accurate registration data, table numbers, fee collection, and headcounts for seasonal tastings being held onsite- Work with Director of Sales, & Marketing to brainstorm, booking & advertising of rental event locations, as well as coordinated with to develop & improve the rental website pages- Worked in collaboration with the Director of Sales to brainstorm and create a new pricing guide & menus as well as set the service standards.- Able to develop & nurture client accounts & became familiar with Banquet Event Orders- Tailored events according to personal tastes and budgets of clients, managing and exceeding expectations- Performed all tasked as directed by the Director of Sales in pursuit of the achievement of business goals.

• Banquet Captain

  • Jan 2018 - May 2018

  • Leads event production of rentals, birthday parties and other special events• Ensures accuracy of the details to be executed for Zoo rental bookings (including linen colors, table and chair setups, catering menus, and other items on the banquets event order and checklist, etc)• Assist with hall set-up and clean-up and follows up with event staff for details of event



Cabrini University

• United States
• Higher Education
• 400 - 500 Employee

• Events Associate (Student)

  • 2016 - May 2018

  - Organize, manage, and coordinate all donations for Cabrini Classic Auction & Cabrini's Visionaries Gala- Contact local business for donations- Developed excellent phone and communication skills - Organized & prepared event equipment for Christmas & Easter events- Attended and assisted with the setup, breakdown, and preparation for all alumni events- Help develop and manage auctions that raised over $8,000 dollars each- Assist with rentals, set-up, clean-up of all events and meetings - Research over 160 companies and organizations that had the possibility of contributing in-kind donations to a Cabrini University Auction

• Office Assistant

  • 2014 - May 2017

  - Assisted with the creation and execution of Bingo & Trivia Nights - Organized the office supply closet - Sold Event Tickets to students looking to purchase- Assisted with creating & updating office decor- Worked with student leaders to create a fun and inviting environment for students to come and visit



American Lung Association

• United States
• Philanthropy
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Development Intern

  • Aug 2017 - Dec 2017

  Supported the Development Team in the planning and execution of promotions, and fundraising events. • Assist with fundraising, planning, and logistics for the Penn Medicine Radnor Run, and Fight for Air Climb in Philly and Newark • Showcase excellent phone and communication skills in executing outreach assignments by hitting 80% of targeted companies• Research and outreach as assigned (sponsor prospecting, auction donations) Supported the Development Team in the planning and execution of promotions, and fundraising events. • Assist with fundraising, planning, and logistics for the Penn Medicine Radnor Run, and Fight for Air Climb in Philly and Newark • Showcase excellent phone and communication skills in executing outreach assignments by hitting 80% of targeted companies• Research and outreach as assigned (sponsor prospecting, auction donations)



Talamore Country Club

• United States
• Hospitality
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Outdoor Server

  • 2014 - 2016

  -Coordinated and executed juniors-Ensure optimal guest experience in a high volume restaurant by seating guests, taking orders, serving dishes, and removing dinnerware promptly.-Manage orders, financial transactions, and necessary menu updates through POS System.-Knowledgeably recommend menu items based on customer needs and preferences, including upselling complimentary dishes and beverages.-Leveraged drink knowledge to recommend craft beer or cocktail selections for guests -Coordinated and executed juniors-Ensure optimal guest experience in a high volume restaurant by seating guests, taking orders, serving dishes, and removing dinnerware promptly.-Manage orders, financial transactions, and necessary menu updates through POS System.-Knowledgeably recommend menu items based on customer needs and preferences, including upselling complimentary dishes and beverages.-Leveraged drink knowledge to recommend craft beer or cocktail selections for guests