Melissa McFadden

*** ***** ***** ***** *****, Nebraska 68154

adv24k@r.postjobfree.com

402-***-****

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Event Management Professional with extensive knowledge in all aspects of coordinating vendors, creating event concepts and managing budgets. Possess creativity, exceptional communications, organizational and personal relationship skills while maintaining a strong adherence to business and financial best practices.

SKILLS/STRENGTHS

Party/Event planning experience for large and small venues, Strong client relations, Goal - oriented, Organized, Strong work ethic, Positive team focused approach.

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Science: Recreational Management 1991, University of Nebraska at Omaha - Omaha Nebraska

EXPERIENCE

Event Producer, Attitude on Food - Omaha, Nebraska - 2018 - 2023

Responsible for developing existing business and soliciting new catering business.

Duties included:

Recommend menus for food and beverages that complimented the event theme.

Coordinated with other vendors to create experiences the client was seeking.

Performed site visits to ensure the venue was adequate for event.

Managed various complex budgets.

Assisted with research and development with chef to create new menu items and event concepts.

Developed and sustained long lasting relationships with customers.

Sales and Operational Manager, Premier Catering - Omaha Nebraska - 2017 - 2018

Responsible for creating a new market in the Omaha area along with overseeing the overall operations to ensure that the business was running productive and efficient.

Duties included:

Promoted the company through networking and marketing.

Handled catering inquires.

Created quotes for potential customers.

Event Designer/Coordinator/Sales, AAA Rents and Event Services - Omaha, Nebraska - 2006 - 2017

Responsible for assisting customers with their rental/design needs.

Duties included:

Recommended rental items to customers based on their need and preference.

Prepared rental contracts.

Installed and dismantled rental items for events.

Created venue schematics for events.

Worked with other vendors to create a total experience for the customer.

Coordinator weddings/events as needed.

References available upon request.