SYDNEY ADAIR
Whitby,ON
Summary
Efficient Event Planner equipped with organizational and multitasking abilities necessary to effectively handle demanding event planning and execution. Works well with high discerning hosts and guests to realize creative visions without exceeding budgets. Polished and professional in handling conflicts and day-of-event issues.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Events Assistant
Municipality of Clarington
06.2025 - Current
- Coordinated and executed community-focused events as part of the Municipality of Clarington’s summer programming, ensuring alignment with municipal goals and standards.
- Liaised with vendors, donors, sponsors, and municipal council members to secure event resources, manage logistics, and foster positive stakeholder relationships.
- Collaborated cross-functionally with various municipal departments to streamline planning, permitting, and event-day operations.
- Contributed to event logistics, including scheduling, budgeting, vendor coordination, volunteer management, and on-site execution.
- Ensured compliance with municipal regulations, safety protocols, and accessibility standards for all public events.
- Helped organize and manage successful events with attendance of over 20,000 people.
Administrative Assistant / Event Organizer
Durham Muay Thai & Kickboxing
09.2023 - 08.2025
- Respond to current customers and prospective customers; answer questions; take payments; help with the registration process.
- Manage social media platforms including Instagram and Facebook; create content and post communications to promote events and draw in new customers.
- Organize various parties and events for team building within the different customer age segments children, teens, and adults; promote events to the related members; handle photography; arrange food and beverage/potlucks; arrange DJ / music.
- Key accomplishment: Received positive feedback from event attendees due to providing a safe and engaging space.
Front Desk Agent
Pickering Casino Resort
01.2025 - 05.2025
- Took reservations over phone, in person, and via computer for guests and provided confirmation information.
- Collected room deposits, fees, and payments.
- Greeted visitors and customers upon arrival, offered assistance, and answered questions to build rapport and retention.
- Implemented marketing and promotional initiatives to increase occupancy.
- Used quick response and dynamic service skills to build relationships with patrons and improve customer retention rate.
Lead Event Planner
Enactus Durham College
11.2024 - 03.2025
- Led the planning for the 2025 Enactus Gala Fundraiser, responding to client inquiries, conducting client meetings, discussing details with vendors, and creating a thoughtful budget.
- Worked closely with a group of volunteers to ensure the event ran smoothly, taking charge of all audio/visual aspects, décor, and food and beverage arrangements.
- Brought the client's vision to life and created a memorable evening.
- Key accomplishment: I received extensive positive feedback on my professionalism and the seamless execution of the event, raising $3,000 for the client and her team, and creating an experience they will cherish for years to come.
Event Assistant
Deer Creek Golf & Banquet
04.2024 - 12.2024
- Assisted in the day of set up and execution of Deer Creek events, as well as liaised with vendors during the pre-event set up.
- Ensured each event space was set up accurately and presentable, and made adjustments where needed.
- Supported the venue coordinator in the execution of onsite wedding ceremonies.
- Accommodated all requests from clients as well as guests in a suitable manner.
- Key accomplishment: Received positive feedback from clients, as well as management regarding my dedication to making every client’s day as perfect as possible.
Cashier Team Lead
Enniskillen General Store
05.2023 - 04.2024
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Worked extra shifts during busy periods and covered for call-in employees to maintain service levels.
- Quickly and accurately counted drawers at start and end of each shift.
- Processed both cash and card purchases and returns.
- Performed store opening, closing, and shift-change actions and kept accurate shift-change logs.
- Trained, mentored, and developed new cashiers with positive and encouraging techniques to maximize performance and team contributions.
Event Planner - Summer Party
CUPE 129
04.2023 - 07.2023
- Planned and executed CUPE 129 family summer party; developed critical path, agenda, and theme for the event; secured approval from the Social Committee.
- Contacted companies including jumping castle, venue, face painting, balloons, food trucks, and entertainment for a group of 100+ attendees.
- Promoted events within the CUPE 129 organization; created email communications, posters, and postings for Facebook and Instagram.
- Key accomplishment: Received feedback from family attendees for the availability of activities for all ages.
Education
Event Planning Diploma -
Durham College
Skills
- Problem Solving
- Event Management
- Technical Skills: Microsoft 365, Canva, EventBrite, CVENT, Prismm
- Communication: Marketing, Email, In-Person
- Audio Visual: Set Up & Tear Down of Sound and Lighting equipment
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Certification
Valid First Aid, CPR, and AED certifications
Timeline
Events Assistant
Municipality of Clarington
06.2025 - Current
Front Desk Agent
Pickering Casino Resort
01.2025 - 05.2025
Lead Event Planner
Enactus Durham College
11.2024 - 03.2025
Event Assistant
Deer Creek Golf & Banquet
04.2024 - 12.2024
Administrative Assistant / Event Organizer
Durham Muay Thai & Kickboxing
09.2023 - 08.2025
Cashier Team Lead
Enniskillen General Store
05.2023 - 04.2024
Event Planner - Summer Party
CUPE 129
04.2023 - 07.2023
Event Planning Diploma -
Durham College
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