Experience

Portland State Athletics
• United States
• Spectator Sports
• 1 - 100 Employee
• Director of Development

  • Feb 2023 - Present

Portland State University
• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee
• Event Coordinator

  • Sep 2022 - Feb 2023

The University Club of Portland
• Special Events Manager

  • Jul 2021 - Apr 2022


Ned Ludd Restaurant

• Event Manager

  • Jun 2017 - Mar 2021

  • Contract, plan and execute meetings, weddings and special events • Manage all aspects of event cycle; identify unique event needs through heavy engagement with client • Cultivate special events to build awareness of brand and generate revenue • Collaborate with industry partners on events that serve local community • Proactively solicit potential clients and network in the industry to build client base • Key strategist in creation of revised business plan leading to increased revenue and number of events • Oversee and manage event staff; ensure standards of hospitality are met Show less



Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants

• United States
• Hospitality
• 700 & Above Employee

• Director of Catering

  • Apr 2015 - Apr 2017

  • Oversee all aspects of Catering and Event Sales Department that generates $1.5 million annually • Administer, direct and control full spectrum of event and catering operations; approximately 600 events/yr. • Source, hire and collaborate with team of event vendors to meet demands and improve guest experience • Lead and develop team of full-time administrative, sales and event staff • Develop and strategize sales and marketing tactics to enhance revenue production • Present weekly and monthly revenue reports and strategies to corporate management and ownership group • Identify, target and cultivate business relationships in support of department goals • Establish yearly budget and marketing plan • Enhance guest experience through creation of experiences, activities and events • Collaborate with department heads ensuring maximum potential of client satisfaction • Increased department revenue 22%; achieved 98% client satisfaction rate Show less



Royal Oaks Country Club

• Hospitality
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Director of Catering and Events

  • Jan 2011 - Apr 2015

  • Expertly plan and execute meetings and events; approximately 1,0000 /yr. • Cultivate and execute events for membership including golf tournaments, holiday events, fundraisers • Promote and market event facilities to members and public • Oversee contracted team of event vendors • Generate event documents including proposals, contracts, diagrams and financial statements • Establish budget and monthly forecasts; generate financial reports • Increased banquet revenue by 30% Show less



Uptown Billiards Club

• United States
• Restaurants

• Catering & Business Manager

  • Jun 2004 - Aug 2009

  • Coordinate and manage all on-site and off-site and catering and special events • Generate awareness of business and services through creation of special, ticketed events • Skillfully negotiate contracts; generate proposals, financial and billing statements • Direct marketing efforts and generate awareness of business through participation in community events and trade shows • Manage business operations including accounts payable and receivable, daily accounting procedures, taxes, payroll, hiring, and scheduling Show less



Woodland Park Zoo

• United States
• Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos
• 300 - 400 Employee

• Group Sales (Events) Supervisor

  • Jan 2002 - Jun 2004

  • Seamlessly orchestrate private events within Zoo’s unique spaces and confines • Identify opportunities and create experiences that financially support zoo's global conservation efforts • Assist with creation and implementation of member and public events • Direct internal departments in execution of event logistics • Drive marketing efforts; coordinate participation in trade shows • Oversee department staff, interns, volunteers; collaborate with Aramark Catering • Increased revenue 40% Show less