Event Manager

• Mar 2022 - Present

Event Manager

• Sep 2021 - Feb 2022

Account Executive

• Dec 2018 - Sep 2019

After my 6 month internship with Grooveyard, I was delighted to be asked to join the team as a full-time member of staff. Main roles and responsibilities include:- Developing, attracting and retaining successful working relationships with all clients- Directly involved in the planning and project management for conferences, corporate celebrations & gala events. - Involved in concept development for new and existing clients, liaising with suppliers & venues on a number of projects and carrying out detailed site inspections for corporate events & conferences. - Responsible for brand ambassador management - interviewing, hiring and staffing all of the Grooveyard events throughout Ireland, providing full company briefs and event training to ensure that the staff are qualified representatives of the company. Show less

Events Management Intern

• Jun 2018 - Nov 2018

As Grooveyard are one of the most experienced event management companies in Ireland, I decided an internship with them would be a great opportunity to gain practical experience in the events industry after completing my higher diploma. I am delighted to work with a highly skilled team and some of the worlds leading brands. Tasks and responsibilities include:- Reserving and confirming bookings with a wide variety of suppliers- Liaising with numerous hotels at a time, co-ordinating release dates with contract prerequisits- Securing and booking suitable venues and locations for meals, entertainment and other functions- Answering phone calls, taking and forwarding messages, preparing for meetings- Providing support to other parts of the business unit when required Show less

Senior Sales Advisor

• Sep 2014 - May 2018

During my time with Dune London, I was promoted to key-holder and senior sales advisor. In this position I led and motivated my team, ensuring we delivered the highest standard of customer service while creating a welcoming and loyal rapport with the customers. My friendly and positive attitude along with my intrapersonal skills encourages communication with my team on a regular basis generating an optimistic environment for my co-workers. I left Dune for a short period to work and live in Australia (May – Sept 2017), on my return I was delighted to be invited back to join the team. My work ethic and customer service /relations were what lead Dune to re-employ me on return. Main roles & responsibilities: • Assist customers by using my product knowledge, ensuring excellent customer service • Managing the shop floor • Cash Management • Calculating and completing daily sales analysis reports including weekly and monthly category mix/ Brand break down • Dealing with confidential paperwork including financial summaries and maintaining an orderly filling system for sensitive staff records. • Analysing staff performance and implementing training programmes in order to track staff productivity and progression. • Delivery preparations and stock replenishment • Motivating the team in regards to personal and team targets as well as boosting team morale • Handling customer complaints when situations escalate • Visual merchandising and branding for the store Show less