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dear__________________:

 

i am currently exploring career opportunities in event marketing and am submitting my resume for your review. in advance, thank you for your time and consideration.

 

as indicated in the accompanying resume, i bring to you a seasoned background in planning, coordinating and managing meetings, events and trade shows, and the flexibility to skillfully handle contending priorities with an steadfast commitment to accuracy, efficiency and budget compliance. to complement these qualifications, i offer solid organizational, problem solving, critical thinking, and interpersonal skills.

 

as a highly-organized, detail-driven, and proactive contributor to your organization, you will find me to be a motivated professional and stellar leader committed to supporting you in achieving your objectives through diligence, versatility, and sharp communication skills. i am confident that i could be a valuable asset to your company, and look forward to interviewing with you in the near future.

sincerely,

 

 

 

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yyyyyy x. yyyyyy

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phone: (xxx-xxx-xxxx / (xxx-xxx-xxxx

e-mail: abc@xyz.com

objective

 

dynamic and detail-focused event & meeting planner/coordinator seeking opportunity in event marketing where exceptional creativity, organizational skills, and leadership expertise will provide an immediate and measurable impact to a progressive organization.

strengths profile

 

significant experience in meeting/event planning and production from initial stages to successful completion and launch. ~ excel in on-site coordination, applying strong multi-tasking, innovative thinking, and problem solving skills to ensure success. ~ adept at conducting vendor negotiations, securing and managing talent, coordinating complex event logistics, and balancing numerous demands and competing priorities under stringent deadlines. ~ reputation for unwavering commitment to customer satisfaction, resourcefulness, and talents in establishing and managing relationships with c-level executives.

professional experience

 

excellence in motivation, torrance, ca, 2005 to 2008

travel account manager

         spearheaded planning, logistics, and execution of complex meetings and events for clients such as toyota and honda, holding full accountability for venue inspection and selection, staffing, and administration of budgets ranging from $25k to $1.8m.

         ensured event success and maximized operational consistency by defining, standardizing and implementing event procedures, documents and processes.

         negotiated contracts with venues such as hotels, restaurants, and concert halls, exhibiting polished communication and interpersonal skills.

         achieved considerable price discounts from vendors by cultivating, nurturing and maintaining strong working relationships.

         leveraged impressive versatility to secure space for events ranging from a 20-person board meeting to a full booking of an off-site venue; oversaw food and beverage needs, guest speakers, program agendas, and billing.

         administered travel incentive campaign spanning pre-trip communications, website content, and on-site operation.

 

creative endeavors, las vegas, nv, 2003 to 2005

account coordinator

         strategically researched, evaluated and procured locations for meeting and trade show sites serving major clients such as adobe and cadence.

         negotiated hotel contracts nationwide to book meetings, assembled agenda of activities for clients, and swiftly responded to questions and inquiries.

         accurately planned, budgeted and managed menu development, banquet requirements, and accommodation needs.

         demonstrated strong multi-tasking expertise to seamlessly book more than 10,000 rooms at more than 10 hotels for major trade show.

 

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professional experience continued

 

self-employed, 2002 to 2003

freelance trip director

         exhibited exemplary organizational strengths in coordinating meetings, tours, theme parties and broad scope of events onsite.

         determined and orchestrated banquet set up, performed menu planning, arranged entertainment, and selected appropriate d cor for event.

         applied advanced knowledge of domestic and international travel toward planning and accompanying guests round-trip from home city to destination via charter flight.

         achieved and sustained outstanding levels of client satisfaction by coordinating and preparing hospitality desks, room deliveries, special amenities, vip service and transportation.

 

pgi (currently tba global), las vegas, nv, 1999 to 2002

operations manager

         collaborated with clients in determining needs and specifications, researched and identified local convention and meeting resources, and fully navigated project toward successful completion.

         oversaw all details encompassing transportation, formal dinner, theme parties, and banquet functions.

         proactively negotiated contractual terms and pricing with vendors/suppliers and entertainment providers.

         applied dynamic financial acumen toward maximizing profitability and cost control while delivering exceptional client service.

 

prior roles include staff accountant and food and beverage assistant to four seasons hotel.

education

 

bachelor of science, hotel administration

university of nevada las vegas, las vegas, nevada

 

bachelor of science, finance

pennsylvania state university, university park, pennsylvania