Sara O'Dell
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Experience
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Houston Yacht Club
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United States
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Hospitality
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1 - 100 Employee
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Events & Communications Director
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Mar 2023 - Present
-Working with Members and guests to organize and plan business and social events within the Club-Weekly organization and distribution of banquet event orders-Communication and follow-up to Member and guest inquiries-Assists with developing marketing materials for Club events-Liaison between Club and vendors
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Membership & Communications Director
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Apr 2021 - Mar 2023
-Project a positive company image to the public and Members-Establishment of clear procedures from inquiry to onboarding of new Members-Improvement of procedures regarding Member services and Member Services staff-Established consistency of branding for Houston Yacht Club.
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Silver Star Properties REIT, Inc.
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United States
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Commercial Real Estate
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1 - 100 Employee
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Administrative Assistant
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Dec 2020 - Apr 2021
-Accounts Payable – receiving and tracking all invoices to insure they are paid promptly and accurately -Review budget to insure costs are maintained within budget -Accounts Receivable – maintain accurate documentation of tenant’s rent payments -Payment collection for past due tenants -Generate tenant memos, newsletters, holiday advertisements, etc. -Resolve tenant issues with excellent customer service -Vendor Management -Generate and review rent rolls -Coordinate tenant move-in and move-out documentation by preparation of move-in packet for new tenants. Ensure all keys, security cards, signage and all pertinent details are delivered as promised -Projects assigned by Property Manager that include creating spreadsheets and documents as needed -Assist in budget planning Show less
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Willow Fork Country Club
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United States
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Spectator Sports
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1 - 100 Employee
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Director of Member Relations
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Feb 2020 - May 2020
-Developed strategic communication to Membership via email, social media, and push notifications -Maintained website and Club app for marketing and promotion of events and specials -Improved look and consistency of marketing materials Club wide -Developed strategic communication to Membership via email, social media, and push notifications -Maintained website and Club app for marketing and promotion of events and specials -Improved look and consistency of marketing materials Club wide
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Houston Country Club
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United States
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Hospitality
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1 - 100 Employee
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Catering Coordinator
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Jun 2018 - Feb 2020
-Collaborated with members and guests in planning small events and parties -Developed special activities for member children throughout the year -Provided administrative support for the Catering Department, Membership Secretary, PBX Operation, Assistant General Manager and General Manager -Coordinated club event reservations and all details for small events and meetings such as committee meetings and children’s activities -Assisted with developing marketing materials, posters, menus and maintaining bulletin boards and website for Club events Show less
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South Coast Sailing Adventures
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1 - 100 Employee
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Club and Events Coordinator / Marketing Specialist
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Feb 2017 - Jun 2018
-Conduct market research to determine potential of products and services -Perform analysis of market strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats -Development and implement innovative marketing campaigns club events -Maintain internet marketing sites -Maintain social media accounts -Compile and present data for other departments -Host group sailing events -Conduct market research to determine potential of products and services -Perform analysis of market strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats -Development and implement innovative marketing campaigns club events -Maintain internet marketing sites -Maintain social media accounts -Compile and present data for other departments -Host group sailing events
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La Torretta Lake Resort & Spa
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United States
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Hospitality
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1 - 100 Employee
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Aqua Park Supervisor
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Jun 2016 - Feb 2017
-Assisted the manager in all aspects of Aqua Park operations to elevate the guest experience and ensure associate safety. Ensured overall Aqua Park cleanliness and set up. -Oversaw servers, bartenders, recreation attendants, and lifeguards to ensure optimal appearance and exceptional guest care; watchful of guests’ need for service. -Assisted the manager establish and monitor side-work and maintain the bank. -Ensured receipt and accurate flow of communications between shifts. Was aware of what happened in the prior shift and clearly convey happenings for the next. Kept a pulse on and managed staffing needs. Ensured the manager is informed of special events, house counts, and noteworthy situations. Show less
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Worth Residential
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United States
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Real Estate
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1 - 100 Employee
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Receptionist & Accounts Receivable
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Jan 2016 - Apr 2016
-Provided excellent and professional customer service to all tenants, guarantors, customers, clients, vendors and owners that contact Worth by phone, email, and those who walk into our office. -Responsible for the collection, documentation, and depositing of all incoming checks, money orders and cashier’s checks to aid in correct accounting for the properties under management in appropriate software and correct bank accounts. -Assisted Manager(s) with the collection of rent and late rent notices to tenant(s). -Approved and logged all incoming payments for accounts receivable. -Responsible for accurately documenting any situation, resolution/result, details, and correspondence to tenants on every collection effort that comes in using first the Rent Manager system, second Dropbox, and in email to Manager(s). -Responsible for logging the check in/out and follow up of all keys for maintenance to Worth Associates and approved Realtors and vendors. -Assisted Manager(s) in all administrative tasks related to the leasing and management of residential properties. Show less
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Montgomery County CPS/Orphan Care Solutions
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Conroe, Texas
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Intern
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May 2015 - Jan 2016
-Intern to the President of the Board of Directors, Terri Jaggers -Graphics designer for Montgomery County New Year's Eve marketing campaign -General Office Administration -Assisted in organization of community events -Developed Customer Relations (Working with sponsors and donors) -Intern to the President of the Board of Directors, Terri Jaggers -Graphics designer for Montgomery County New Year's Eve marketing campaign -General Office Administration -Assisted in organization of community events -Developed Customer Relations (Working with sponsors and donors)
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Miramont Country Club
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United States
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Hospitality
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1 - 100 Employee
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Receptionist
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Apr 2011 - Mar 2015
-Assisted and served the Members with any of their various needs -Multitasked answering phone calls, responding to emails, working on projects, etc. -Arranged, set up, and manage appointments and reservations (hotel, massage, dining) -Provided administrative services for the various Managers (creating emails, visuals, flyers, posters, invitations, and documents according to taste) -Trained multiple new hires in the daily shift responsibilities -Assisted and served the Members with any of their various needs -Multitasked answering phone calls, responding to emails, working on projects, etc. -Arranged, set up, and manage appointments and reservations (hotel, massage, dining) -Provided administrative services for the various Managers (creating emails, visuals, flyers, posters, invitations, and documents according to taste) -Trained multiple new hires in the daily shift responsibilities
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Education
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Sam Houston State University
Bachelor’s Degree, Communication Studies