Event Manager Sales

Gregory Fernando Burrola

619-***-**** – adxg24@r.postjobfree.com

** * ****** *** ******** City, CA 91950

Summary: As a highly organized and personable professional with a proven track record of building and maintaining productive relationships, I am committed to delivering optimal quality and results in my work. With 14+ years of experience in the events industry, I am eager to pursue new career opportunities in a remote work environment with a flexible schedule. As a dependable and outgoing individual, I am confident in my ability to contribute value to any team and exceed expectations in a dynamic and fast- paced setting.

Professional Experience:

USS Midway Museum October 2009 – March 2023

Senior Event Manager

• Direct execution and management of event production for up to 4,500 attendees from concept to completion for third party clients like: Qualcomm, Microsoft, Top Golf, Purina Incredible Dog Challenge, Southwest, NBC

• First point of contact with contracted clients to manage all inquiries and enhancement options for events

• Prepared and managed event contracts, budgets, diagrams, loading dock schedules, permits and certificates of insurance under strict deadlines.

• Conduct site visits/pre-con with clients to determine logistics, set-up, and finalize event flow for day of

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills cultivate client and team relationships Event Beverage Solution May 2005 – October 2009

Sales Manager

• Worked side by side with meeting planners and clients to draw up BEO and contractual agreements

• Coordinated beverage service for events (corporate, wedding, tradeshows, etc.)

• Liaise with venue to determine load in, produce certificate of insurance and fire permits when necessary

Skills:

• Event Production: Led successful event production from concept to completion for up to 4,500 attendees, collaborating with third-party clients to meet their unique needs and ensure optimal outcomes.

• Client Management: Served as the first point of contact with clients, managing all inquiries and enhancement options to optimize event outcomes.

• Contract and Budget Management: Prepared and managed event contracts, budgets, diagrams, loading dock schedules, permits, and certificates of insurance under strict deadlines.

• Logistics and Planning: Conducted site visits and pre-con meetings with clients to determine logistics, set-up, and finalize event flow for the day of.

• Interpersonal Communication: Cultivated positive relationships with clients and team members through strong interpersonal and communication skills, resulting in successful collaboration and event outcomes.

Education:

BA in Business Administration, University of New Mexico, Albuquerque NM Masters of Science of Chinese Medicine, Pacific College of Health and Sciences, San Diego CA

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