Sheryl M Snellings

P.O. Box ****, Mechanicsville, VA 23116-0001

Mobile: 804-***-****

E-mail: yvkbkn@r.postjobfree.com

Professional Objective & Profile

Highly motivated Sales & Event professional seeking a position that will fully utilize more than 20 years of progressive experience encompassing positions in Sales, Client Relations and Event planning. Desire a position that will provide a challenging opportunity to significantly contribute to a company’s efficiency, organization, growth and profitability.

Education

Certification of Certified Professional Wedding & Event Planners, 2009

University of Richmond, Richmond, Virginia BA Business Administration/Marketing, 1983

St. Mary’s School of Radiology, Richmond, Virginia Diploma/RT Certification, 1979

Patrick Henry High School, Ashland, Virginia Diploma, 1977

Professional Experience

LTCPCMS, Ashland, Virginia Patient Advocate 2011 to Present

Sales, Marketing, Liaison between patient and pharmacy-Doctor and pharmacy, Guest Relations, Customer Service, Trouble Shooting, Preparation of sales presentation for sales force, Preparation, Fire Evacuation and Grand Opening research and implementation for opening of Senior Adult Daycare

Kings Dominion, Doswell, Virginia. Marketing Representative 2011 Seasonal Position

Guest Service Relations-Customer Service; Group Sales to Schools, Churches, Military, EMS,

Organizations, Non-profits, Professionals, Corporations & Individuals, Ticket mailings; Event

entry; Data entry; Coupon & Promotional Mailings; Marketing; Sales; Ticket Master; Team player; Organization; Communication; Detail, Prioritized & Timed task; Multi-tasking & Trouble Shooting

An Elegant Reflection Weddings & Events, Mechanicsville, Virginia, Event Specialist 2009 to Present

Full service event handler, taking care of every detail both big and small to create a perfect event that is stress free for the client. Responsible for selling services to organizations, businesses and private individuals. Solicit, network and obtain new accounts as well as maintain existing clients for future events. Manage new business development and strategic planning to maximize growth and profitability. Establish growth plans and personally manage account calls, presentations and negotiations. Supervision, hiring, training of catering staff. Establish and maintain an exemplary network of businesses and individuals as a result of extensive interaction, at shows, cold calls, referrals and networking functions, and strong communication with community on an ongoing basis. Responsible for planning, coordination and managing each event from start to finish.

Baskets by Design of Virginia, LLC Owner, Designer 2002 to December 2009

Administration, Management, Accounts Receivable/Payable, Buyer, Designer, Executive Gift Planner, Event Planner, Sales, Marketing, Merchandising, Executive Gift Presentation, Mentor Presentation Classes, Training, Inside/Outside sales, Fund raising events, Collections.

Charter Flowers Office Manager/Floral Designer/Wedding Coordinator 1998 to 2002

Handled all Outgoing/Incoming Wire Service, Converted entire office from paper to computer, Accounts Receivable/Payable, Customer Relations & orders, General office duties, Floral Design, Merchandising, Wedding Coordinator, maintain & increase client base, troubleshooting.

Heavenly Celebrations Catering Catering Manager/Supervisor/Planner 1993 to Present

Managing the promotion & direction of catering sales activities to clients & prospects in the corporate and private market, networking, secure new business, menu planning/development, liaison between sales & other coordinating departments, coordination of entire event and final inspection to make sure every detail was handled.

Bergen Brunswig Corporation Territory Sales/Merchandising Representative

Direct contact with Pharmacist & Store Owners/Managers, sales, Introduction/Presentation of new products/drugs, Justification of shelf products/merchandising end caps, inventory control, Customer Relations, troubleshooting/concerns, Handled territory which consisted of lower Maryland, Mechanicsville, lower Kentucky, lower Tennessee, all the way back to Staunton and Luray Virginia.

Salary Negotiable depending upon potential

Availability Two weeks.

Member of Following Organizations The Association of Business Professionals, Bridal Association of America, Professional Network Group, Women’s Business Association, BNI