Event Coordinator/Project Manager

CANDICE CUDANES

***-** **** **** #** • Forest Hills, NY 11375

********@*****.*** • 732-***-****

EVENT & MEETING PLANNING

Time & Resource Management • Staff & Vendor Relationships

Highly efficient and detail-oriented individual with a personal commitment to excellence in the planning and implementation of meetings and events. Demonstrated success organizing key aspects of meeting, fundraising and special events, combined with professional experience in project management and client relations. Excellent skills in financial management and problem solving. Proficient in Windows and Mac OS, Microsoft Office, QuickBooks and Filemaker Pro.

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Event Planning & Execution

• Budgeting & Reporting

• Client & Vendor Relations

• Scheduling & Logistics

• Staffing & Team Supervision

• Meeting Client Requirements

• Proactive Issue Resolution

• Policy Implementation

• Revenue Optimization

EVENT COORDINATION EXPERIENCE

BIKE NEW YORK / BIZBASH – New York, NY

MILES FOR JAMES ORGANIZATION – Tinley Park, IL

Event Coordinator (2007-Present)

Coordinate and manage business and charity events on contract/volunteer basis. Organize logistics for on-time and on-budget execution. Interact with participants, vendors and sponsors. Mentor and support team members for optimal productivity and fast, effective problem solving. Enthusiastically step into different roles and perform various tasks to meet strict timelines and address changing priorities.

Selected achievements:

On core committee with dedicated, hardworking team members to coordinate and manage 5K run/walk and benefit fundraiser for Miles for James in August 2010 (Assistant Events Coordinator).

Successfully assisted in planning and on-site management of the Bike New York TD Five Boro Bike Tour and Festival in May 2010, Long Island Harbors Ride in June 2010, and Harlem Valley Rail Ride in July 2010 (Intern/Event Manager).

Provided attentive, organized support that led to the seamless implementation of the Annual BizBash Expo in October 2007, October 2008, October 2009, October 2010 and the Event Style Show Awards in April 2008, October 2009, October 2010 (Volunteer).

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

THE NANZ COMPANY – New York, NY

Project Manager (2004-2010)

Planned and managed sizeable projects from the ground up, collaborating with cross-functional staff to address the distinct needs of each client. Provided leadership for strategic and tactical planning, time management and progress measurement, ensuring that all requirements and timelines are met. Immediately resolved key issues, maximizing efficiency and facilitating superior quality results.

Key achievements:

Enhanced productivity by streamlining processes and providing skillful leadership to personnel.

Nurtured positive client relationships, resulting in greater profitability and customer satisfaction.

Met or exceeded all objectives for complex, large-scale projects, working effectively in stressful, rapidly changing situations.

Improved staff performance by assisting in the development of a new training manual for sales and project management employees.

BRUSSO PRECISION HARDWARE INC. – New York, NY

Director of Sales (2004-2007)

Spearheaded strategies to expand subsidiary company into new markets. Built relationships and served as trusted liaison to vendors, distributors and customers. Supervised production operations. Documented and monitored correspondence and account management processes to maintain 100% accuracy and integrity of all data. Prepared invoices and purchase orders. Trained and mentored new staff members.

Key achievements:

Successfully expanded the client base through attentive relationship building and sustaining open lines of communication with key decision makers.

Participated in business development and growth by introducing and marketing a new product.

Expertly balanced sales and administrative processes for optimal business operations.

EQUINOX FITNESS CLUB – New York, NY

Client Services / Personal Trainer (2001-2003)

Consulted with clients to assess needs, present solutions and offer guidance in new program development and integration. Responded to fitness and health questions. Functioned as role model and support person to assist clients in goal attainment.

Additional experience providing administration, sales and marketing support in contract positions for MTV and Major League Baseball. Details will be provided on request.

EDUCATION

Meeting, Conference and Event Management Certificate (2008)

New York University, School of Continuing Education – New York, NY

Bachelor of Science Degree (2000)

Rutgers University – New Brunswick, NJ

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