Chelsey Brooks
Calgary,Canada
Summary
Self-directed event coordinator with over 16 years of experience creating strategic alliances with organizational leaders to align with and support key business initiatives for on-time, under-budget event completion. Organized and ambitious planner with expertise in managing costs and budgets while establishing partnerships with vendors for optimal savings. Customer-oriented time manager and decisive leader.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Event Planner
Self Employed
Calgary, AB
02.2014 - Current
- Performed event coordination for larger parties and gatherings.
- Coordinated with participating vendors during event planning.
- Performed face-to-face meetings to finalize contract for services and event details.
- Confirmed permits, insurance, and safety protocols needed for events.
- Evaluated existing plans, processes and events planning services to identify opportunities for improvement.
- Planned large-scale events such as trade shows, conferences, and meetings.
- Streamlined event efficiencies by accurately coordinating and managing customer itineraries.
- Planned and organized special events, solicited corporate sponsorships and set up matching gift donations to reach financial targets.
- Planned and implemented fundraising events.
- Corresponded with clients to answer questions and resolve issues.
- Held virtual board meetings for international event planning.
Food and Beverage Manager
Elbow Springs Golf Course
Calgary, AB
03.1998 - 12.2006
- Resolved customer complaints involving food or beverage quality and service.
- Trained food and beverage service personnel, confirming staff to provide recommendations and answer questions
- Developed relationships with suppliers and vendors leading to special volume pricing discounts and availability.
- Planned, staffed and executed weddings and corporate tournaments.
- Reviewed resumes and employment applications and interviewed applicants to evaluate work history and other qualifications.
- Cultivated customer loyalty, promoted repeat business and improved sales.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Minimized resource and time losses by addressing employee or production issue directly and implementing timely solutions.
Education
ESL Teaching Certification
TESOL Training Institute
Winnipeg, MBCertified Personal Trainer -
CanFitPro
Canada Economics
University of Winnipeg Collegiate
Winnipeg, MB09.1997
Skills
- Event Billing
- Budget Planning and Administration
- Event Execution
- Signage and Display Preparation
- Staff Leadership
- Venue Selection
- Vendor Negotiations
- Customer Rapport
- Team Leadership and Motivation
- Client Presentations
- Creativity and Adaptability
- CPR/AED certified
- ProServe
Timeline
Event Planner
Self Employed
02.2014 - Current
Food and Beverage Manager
Elbow Springs Golf Course
03.1998 - 12.2006
ESL Teaching Certification
TESOL Training Institute
Certified Personal Trainer -
CanFitPro
Economics
University of Winnipeg Collegiate
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