Event Coordinator
Resume:
Kaitlyn M. Lynch
Keansburg, NJ 07734
*******.*******@*****.***
Profile 5 years of experience working in Event Planning with experience in planning, designing, arranging and
coordinating every detail for various types of events such as seminars and educational programs,
business meetings, board meetings and annual convention.
Experience in Hospitality and Tourism Management / Customer Service Specialist
Effective Marketing, Management, and Organizational Skills
Strong Communication, Leadership Skills, and On-site Event Managing
Proficient with Electronic Podium and Basic AV Equipment
Education Masters of Business Administration May 2012
Richard Stockton College of New Jersey Galloway, NJ
Bachelor of Science: Business: Hospitality and Tourism Management December 2010
Richard Stockton College of New Jersey Galloway, NJ
Associates Degree: Social Sciences December 2007
Brookdale Community College Lincroft, NJ
Work New Jersey State Funeral Directors Association (NJSFDA) Wall, NJ
Experience Event Coordinator September 2013 - Current
February 2013 – September 2013
Event Administrative Assistant
Responsible for the accreditation of continuing education credits for license funeral
directors by hosting seminars around the state of New Jersey.
Coordinate with site manager to set up venue selection, contracts, catering, AV and
district meeting venues.
The development, proofing, distribution and coordination of marketing materials for
continuing education seminars and other association events.
Managed and hosted over 1,300 funeral industry professionals at the annual Funeral
Directors Convention in Atlantic City where I work closely with the venue during the
year to ensure a flawless exposition.
Scheduled and communicated with speakers, vendors and any event participants.
Main contact for the speakers, exhibitors, members and staff throughout the duration of
the time at Convention.
Development and management of project budgets and monitoring of expenditures.
Richard Stockton College of New Jersey Galloway, NJ
Office of Event Services and Campus Center Operations
January 2011 – June 2012
Graduate Assistant
May 2010 – December 2010
Student Worker
Assisting with coordinating college-wide scheduling of facilities and resources for over
120 active clubs and organizations with R25 Integrated Event Scheduling Software.
Designed event directional signs, flyers, and office related forms using MS Office and
Publisher.
Edited, updated, and presented Event Planning 101 workshop for clubs and
organizations.
Evaluate and verify room arrangements and setups.
Provide on-site assistance, customer service, and any troubleshooting at events.
Created R25 training PowerPoint and presented to Hospitality Information Systems
course.
Recipient of a 2012 Stockton Friendly Award for excellence in customer service.
Kaitlyn M. Lynch Resume Page 2
Richard Stockton College of New Jersey Galloway, NJ
William J. Hughes Center for Public Policy
Office of Event Services
January 2010 – May 2010
Intern
Attended and assisted with high profile client meetings, contracts, and securing
resources for special events.
Developed printed forms and web content for marketing and promotional materials for
events.
Assisted with managing event registration process, including compiling contact lists,
and delegating assignments to fellow student staff.
Walt Disney World Resort College Program Internship Orlando, FL
May 2006 – August 2008
Disney Campus Representative
Increased awareness of the Disney College Program to a campus population of 8,108
students by means of e-mail, signage, hand-to-hand delivery of brochures, personal
testimonials and other field marketing tactics.
Assembled a comprehensive marketing plan and implemented its tactics.
Hosted an E- Presentation to recruit and provide students with the opportunity to Intern
with a Fortune 500 company.
May 2008 – August 2008
Quick Service Food and Beverage: Refreshment Port at Epcot
May 2007 – August 2007
Performed at high levels of capacity, in a minimal amount of time.
Promoted to General Teller Manager within two weeks of being hired.
Appointed to train 20+ cast members in customer service skills.
Prepared and recorded all financial materials such as Balance Sheets, and Excel
Programs.
January 2006 – May 2007
Operations: Mission: SPACE at Epcot
Engaged with guests to ensure a worthwhile experience through excellent guest service.
Monitored, and managed high technical machinery.
Interacted with many different cultures and types of people from all around the world.
Worked closely with a team of over 70 cast members to assure efficient and smooth
operation of the attraction
Computer
Database Experience
iMIS 10/iMIS 15 Management Software
BoardEffect Application
SmartSource Scanners
CollegeNet R25 – Integrated Event Scheduling Software
Microsoft Office 2007– Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher
Web Time Entry – SCT Banner Module
Achievements
Who’s Who Among Students in American Universities 2011 – 2012
And Colleges
Dean’s List 2005 – 2012
Eta Sigma Delta Honor Society 2010 - Current
2008 – 2012
Hospitality and Tourism Society
2008 – 2010
New Jersey Stars Academic Award II (Scholarship)
New Jersey Stars Academic Award I (Scholarship) 2005 - 2007
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