Event Production Manager, The Peninsula Signature Events

• Nov 2022 - Present

Ensure the successful advancement of on-site hosted The Peninsula Signature Events: - The Quail, A Motorsports Gathering - The Quail Rally - The Quail Motorcycle Gathering - The Quail Ride - Responsible for creating, detailing, and scheduling of The Quail Rally. Leading a team of 12 to ensure the delivery of white glove service to VIP guests. - Oversee event internal and external communication. - Contract and detail all vendor agreements to align with… Show more Ensure the successful advancement of on-site hosted The Peninsula Signature Events: - The Quail, A Motorsports Gathering - The Quail Rally - The Quail Motorcycle Gathering - The Quail Ride - Responsible for creating, detailing, and scheduling of The Quail Rally. Leading a team of 12 to ensure the delivery of white glove service to VIP guests. - Oversee event internal and external communication. - Contract and detail all vendor agreements to align with budgets and ensure profitable margins. - Liaise with all key stakeholders and external partners to ensure proper coordination of pre-, post-, and day-of co-promotions, marketing initiatives, social media, public relations, and more. Show less Ensure the successful advancement of on-site hosted The Peninsula Signature Events: - The Quail, A Motorsports Gathering - The Quail Rally - The Quail Motorcycle Gathering - The Quail Ride - Responsible for creating, detailing, and scheduling of The Quail Rally. Leading a team of 12 to ensure the delivery of white glove service to VIP guests. - Oversee event internal and external communication. - Contract and detail all vendor agreements to align with… Show more Ensure the successful advancement of on-site hosted The Peninsula Signature Events: - The Quail, A Motorsports Gathering - The Quail Rally - The Quail Motorcycle Gathering - The Quail Ride - Responsible for creating, detailing, and scheduling of The Quail Rally. Leading a team of 12 to ensure the delivery of white glove service to VIP guests. - Oversee event internal and external communication. - Contract and detail all vendor agreements to align with budgets and ensure profitable margins. - Liaise with all key stakeholders and external partners to ensure proper coordination of pre-, post-, and day-of co-promotions, marketing initiatives, social media, public relations, and more. Show less

Senior Sales & Event Production Manager

• Sep 2022 - Nov 2022

Senior Sales & Event Production Manager

• Jan 2022 - Aug 2022

Pollen is a technology company that aims to build, curate, and deliver the best experiences worldwide, leveraging a data-driven, customer-led mindset and a network of global partners. My responsibilities included: - Earn recognition for successfully generating $3M in GMV annually across the collegiate group travel and collegiate football game-day experiences verticals. - Spearhead the development of tailored and customizable white-glove travel experiences, including semi-annual… Show more Pollen is a technology company that aims to build, curate, and deliver the best experiences worldwide, leveraging a data-driven, customer-led mindset and a network of global partners. My responsibilities included: - Earn recognition for successfully generating $3M in GMV annually across the collegiate group travel and collegiate football game-day experiences verticals. - Spearhead the development of tailored and customizable white-glove travel experiences, including semi-annual and annual Greek Formal events across the SEC conference ranging in size from 100 to 3,000 travelers, coordinating all aspects of accommodation, transportation, and nightlife entertainment. - Leverage strong interpersonal and communication skills to build and maintain trust-based relationships with national hotels, venues, and transportation vendors. - Maintain responsibility for overseeing on-site operations staff and ensuring customer satisfaction to support the successful execution of events during (but not limited to) significant holiday weekends in New Orleans. - Execute strategic contract negotiations with vendors to drive cost savings upwards of $100,000 and maintain average margins of 15%-20%. - Gain a deep understanding of client needs to provide relevant solutions.

Agent II

• Apr 2019 - Dec 2021

Agent I

• May 2018 - Mar 2019

Sales & Event Production Manager

• May 2017 - Apr 2018

Acquired by Pollen in April 2018. One of four employees involved in raising substantial revenue and market share to be acquired by North America's most prominent college tour operator: JusCollege. Acquired by Pollen in April 2018. One of four employees involved in raising substantial revenue and market share to be acquired by North America's most prominent college tour operator: JusCollege.

ESL Instructor

• Nov 2016 - Apr 2017

- Planned and led engaging and dynamic English language, communication, and writing lessons for high school students at both the elementary and intermediate levels. - Assessed student performance and adapted lesson plans based on needs to maximize comprehension. - Demonstrated a strong ability to deliver high-quality presentations to groups of 40-50 students. - Fostered and maintained a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment for all students. - Evaluated student… Show more - Planned and led engaging and dynamic English language, communication, and writing lessons for high school students at both the elementary and intermediate levels. - Assessed student performance and adapted lesson plans based on needs to maximize comprehension. - Demonstrated a strong ability to deliver high-quality presentations to groups of 40-50 students. - Fostered and maintained a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment for all students. - Evaluated student progress and performance through exams, activities, and group projects. - Reinforced cultural and language concepts by integrating real-world examples and activities. Show less - Planned and led engaging and dynamic English language, communication, and writing lessons for high school students at both the elementary and intermediate levels. - Assessed student performance and adapted lesson plans based on needs to maximize comprehension. - Demonstrated a strong ability to deliver high-quality presentations to groups of 40-50 students. - Fostered and maintained a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment for all students. - Evaluated student… Show more - Planned and led engaging and dynamic English language, communication, and writing lessons for high school students at both the elementary and intermediate levels. - Assessed student performance and adapted lesson plans based on needs to maximize comprehension. - Demonstrated a strong ability to deliver high-quality presentations to groups of 40-50 students. - Fostered and maintained a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment for all students. - Evaluated student progress and performance through exams, activities, and group projects. - Reinforced cultural and language concepts by integrating real-world examples and activities. Show less

Floor Supervisor, Fast Copy @ Student Union

• Aug 2014 - May 2016

- Provided dynamic leadership to up to six employees per shift responsible for efficiently and accurately fulfilling customer orders. - Delivered exceptional customer service to students and university staff across all interactions. - Contributed to operational efficiency by providing on-the-job training to staff members. - Addressed complex and escalated customer situations with a professional and calm demeanor. - Provided dynamic leadership to up to six employees per shift responsible for efficiently and accurately fulfilling customer orders. - Delivered exceptional customer service to students and university staff across all interactions. - Contributed to operational efficiency by providing on-the-job training to staff members. - Addressed complex and escalated customer situations with a professional and calm demeanor.