RACHAEL MOLONEY

**** *.*. **** ******, Portland, Oregon 97212 acuc8p@r.postjobfree.com 503-***-****

EXPERIENCE

Mercy Corps February 2014 – Present

Event Coordinator

Updated internal protocols for event space usage for team members as well as keep the online calendar for all internal events.

Established Event Guidelines for outside clients that balance the organization’s needs with leasing opportunities. These usage policies protect Mercy Corps and it’s facility investments. Established a yearly operating budget and annual report of revenue allowing Mercy Corps visibility to all revenue of our rental space.

Produced updated marketing materials that are principally web-based as well as print materials as an online means of collecting event inquiries and applications. First point of contact for all event inquiries; conduct site visits and negotiate rates for events. Work with clients daily with logistics for their upcoming event. Create Rental Agreement contracts and process all paperwork and payments for events. Act as an onsite Event Manager and AV technician.

Crystal Springs Rhododendron Garden December 2010 – Present Event Sales Manager

Oversee all operations of the garden’s 5 venue sites effectively including establishing sales goals and ensure these goals are met proficiently.

Display and present the venue to prospective clients, including negotiation of applicable site and rental fees; implemented a cost-effective marketing plan. Handle the collection of all contract fees, and prepared concise records and details of every event to be presented to the board of director’s bi yearly.

Train, supervise, and motivate a team of event staff in cultivating their existing customer service skills and client-relationship maintenance.

Create a positive work environment resulting in staff retention and turnover reduction, monitor and address performance issues regularly.

Developed all web-based marketing material for the venue including building and maintaining web site. Created accounts on social networking sites. Maintain those accounts daily. RACHAEL MOLONEY

3036 N.E. 13th Avenue, Portland, Oregon 97212 acuc8p@r.postjobfree.com 503-***-**** Point B Consulting Firm September 2007 – February 2014 Event Planner

Handle all aspects of event management; organizing transportation, planning proposals, selecting sites, negotiating contracts, and arranging for all event vendors. Work closely with associates to personalize each event according to different objectives, tastes, and cultures, resulting in associates’ satisfaction and execution of event contracts. Serve as liaison between associates and vendors and professionally deal with their issues and concerns to promote satisfaction and loyalty.

Identify potential opportunities for development, constantly seeking challenges for growth and maximization of revenue.

Attend industry seminars and networking events.

OTHER WORK EXPERIENCE

Good Catalog Company January 2001 – July 2001

Internet Merchandiser/Sales

Good Catalog Company September 1999 – January 2001 Liquidation/Special Projects Product Manager/Sales Good Catalog Company July 1996 – September 1999

Inventory/Purchasing Manager

The Goldsmith Company October 1994 – July 1996

Promotional Products Buyer/Sales

The Market Works, Chicago, Illinois January 1994 – October 1994 Showroom Manager/Sales

EDUCATION, AND VOLUNTEERING

University of Illinois Chicago, Illinois

Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice

Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel), PageMaker, Pages, Mac and PC proficient, Adobe Professional Memberships

Member of the Site Council (Irvington School) 2010-2012, Chapter Member of the Rhododendron Society Volunteer Experience

Volunteer Coordinator for the 1st Annual Pixie Project Auction October 2009 Pixie Project - Exercise dogs via runs along the Esplanade October 2009 – present Irvington School Fundraising and Auction Committee 2003 - 2012 Portland Public Schools – Various auction “Day Off” volunteer January 2001 - 2016 NEU - Assistant Team Manager, Girl’s soccer team 2013 - 2013 NEU - Uniform Manager, Girl’s soccer 2012 – 2013

Grant High School Auction Team 2013 – present

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