Maheen Talpur
Ajax
Summary
Detail-oriented Event Coordination and Marketing Professional with experience managing event logistics, vendor partnerships, client communications, budgeting, and branded marketing initiatives. Adept at coordinating complex projects, developing creative event materials, and supporting seamless event execution from planning through completion.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages
Work History
Event Coordinator & Marketing Specialist
Elite Design Events
Toronto, ON
04.2026 - Current
- Coordinate end-to-end logistics for luxury weddings and private events, managing vendor relationships, staffing, scheduling, budgets, and event timelines.
- Oversee on-site event execution from setup through breakdown, coordinating vendors, event staff, and production schedules while ensuring every detail is executed to the highest standard.
- Serve as the primary liaison between clients, vendors, and event staff, managing communications, confirmations, and planning milestones.
- Create client presentations, event proposals, budgets, mood boards, and design concepts using Canva and Google Workspace.
- Design branded marketing materials, including newsletters, social media graphics, promotional merchandise, event collateral, and apparel aligned with the company’s visual identity.
- Develop and execute social media campaigns across Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook through content calendars, reels, stories, and branded campaigns that increase engagement and brand awareness.
- Independently co-plan a luxury wedding for a 2027 client, leading venue sourcing, vendor outreach, contract coordination, and event logistics from concept through execution.
Event Coordination Staff & Assistant
Luxe Living Design Show
Toronto, ON
04.2026 - 04.2026
- Executed on-site event operations for a large-scale luxury design show, supporting logistics, guest services, vendor coordination, and production activities.
- Earned a promotion to Coordinator’s Assistant during the event based on strong performance, taking on increased responsibility for event coordination and operations.
- Managed VIP guest hospitality and seating logistics for high-profile attendees, including Pierre Poilievre and Anaida Poilievre.
- Worked cross-functionally with event coordinators, vendors, and hospitality teams to maintain seamless event flow in a high-volume environment.
- Awarded a performance recognition prize (iPad) for demonstrating exceptional initiative, leadership, and professionalism.
Sales Associate & Cashier
Garage INC.
Toronto, ON
10.2023 - 01.2024
- Delivered exceptional customer service in a fast-paced retail environment during high-volume Black Friday and Boxing Day sales events.
- Processed cash, debit, and credit transactions accurately while managing high customer volumes and maintaining attention to detail.
- Assisted customers with product selection, upselling, and issue resolution to support sales goals and enhance the shopping experience.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain efficient store operations and visual merchandising during peak shopping periods.
Sales Associate & Cashier
Urban Behaviour
Toronto, ON
07.2022 - 11.2022
- Delivered exceptional customer service in fast-paced retail environments.
- Processed transactions accurately while assisting customers with product recommendations and issue resolution.
- Maintained visual merchandising standards and supported daily store operations through teamwork and strong communication.
Education
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Sociology
Toronto Metropolitan University
04.2027
Skills
- Event Operations
- Event Logistics
- Vendor Management
- Client Relations
- Budget Management
- Contract Administration
- Project Coordination
- Graphic Design (Canva)
- Social Media Marketing
- Google Workspace
- Microsoft Office
- Content Strategy
LANGUAGES
English Advanced
Urdu Advanced
Hindi Advanced
Timeline
Event Coordinator & Marketing Specialist
Elite Design Events
04.2026 - Current
Event Coordination Staff & Assistant
Luxe Living Design Show
04.2026 - 04.2026
Sales Associate & Cashier
Garage INC.
10.2023 - 01.2024
Sales Associate & Cashier
Urban Behaviour
07.2022 - 11.2022
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Sociology
Toronto Metropolitan University