RESUME SUMMARY
Resourceful Event Coordinator with 8+ years of experience in coordinating large-scale events from planning through to successful execution. Adept at driving large revenue gains and significant cost savings through effective budget management and vendor negotiation. Instrumental in meeting tight deadlines and coordinating high-quality events.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Bright Event Rentals, Jackson, MS
Event Coordinator, September 2015–present
- Coordinate and successfully organize a wide variety of events for Fortune 500 clients, including fundraisers, conferences, shareholder meetings, and luncheons
- Propose effective layouts for events and coordinate all staff management, event logistics, and internal/external communication functions throughout the event life cycle
- Manage and coordinate 150+ events yearly, achieving on-time and under budget execution with 99%+ client satisfaction
- Communicate with vendors, clients, city officials, and staff to retain customer loyalty and ensure successful organization of events at the internal and external level
- Collaborate with the fire department to acquire all appropriate building and fire protection permits
Classic Party Rentals, Biloxi, MS
Event Coordinator, June 2012–August 2015
- Delivered coordination and assistance for organizing 100+ events annually, including handling location permits, catering, logistics, and decor
- Developed invitations and promotional materials, structured floor plans, and scheduled proposals and all logistics functions
- Grew revenue over 47% by sourcing potential vendors and securing cost-efficient contracts
- Planned and coordinated all registration, transportation, and hotel accommodations to ensuresmooth execution of all event activities
EDUCATION
University of Mississippi, Oxford, MS
BS Recreation Management, May 2012
- Honors: cum laude
- GPA: 3.9/4.0
ADDITIONAL SKILLS
- Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
- Bilingual in Spanish and English