Event Manager

BRITTANY LAMBACK

+1-301-***-**** ****************@*****.*** Alexandria, VA LinkedIn

EVENT MANAGER

Energetic Event Manager with 8+ years’ experience specializing in distinctive hospitality venues. EDUCATION

Virginia State University Aug 2009 - Dec 2013

Bachelor's, Communications

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

District Architecture Center Washington, DC, USA

Event Rentals Manager (Full-time) Jul 2024 - Present

• Spearheads venue sales and operations for an art gallery and educational hub, increasing revenue by 85% in the first six months.

• Drive full-cycle sales process—from prospecting and tours to contract negotiation and close—while delivering exceptional client service across corporate, nonprofit, and social markets.

• Ensure seamless execution and client satisfaction by managing on-site logistics, staffing, and AV during events.

• Implemented Merri, a 3D diagramming system, to improve venue planning accuracy and operational efficiency.

• Implemented Perfect Venue event management software to streamline lead capture, proposals, scheduling, and reporting, enhancing workflow and client experience.

• Lead venue marketing, including copywriting and rentals webpage rebrand, to enhance user experience and increase inquiries. EOS Hospitality Washington, DC, USA

Event Manager (Full-time) Sep 2023 - Jul 2024

• Coordinated events hosting up to 400 guests within an 18,000 sq ft venue.

• Managed group room blocks and detailed logistics for a 320-room hotel.

• Collaborated with clients on timelines, menus, floor plans, and AV for seamless event execution.

• Boosted catering revenue through upselling opportunities. District Winery Washington, DC, USA

Event Manager (Full-time) Apr 2022 - Sep 2023

• Oversaw events with higher guest counts, minimums, and complex logistics, managing 15+ social and corporate events per quarter alongside 4-5 weddings per month

• Planned and managed 100+ weddings, acting as the dedicated planner for each assigned couple—from approximately three months out through day-of execution—at a high-volume venue hosting 300+ events annually.

• Supported group wedding tastings and guided clients in finalizing menu and wine selections.

• Supported BEO meetings and maintained accurate event documentation for clear communication.

• Conducted final planning meetings and walkthroughs, supporting couples in finalizing the vendor list, timeline, ceremony logistics, floor plan, seating chart, and décor choices—both personal and in-house.

• Oversaw all day-of wedding operations, including the rehearsal, setup, décor placement, and final venue preparations. Managed the event timeline, coordinated vendors and staff, led the ceremony and reception flow, and directed dinner service

• Mentored and guided Junior Event Coordinators and banquet staff, maintaining high service standards. District Winery Washington, DC, USA

Junior Event Manager (Full-time) Jun 2021 - Apr 2022

• Planned and coordinated weddings and events, handling day-of details, vendor communication, and client needs.

• Managed event logistics to ensure smooth execution, from setup to breakdown. Himmelrich Associates Baltimore, MD, USA

Venue Manager (Event-Based) Sep 2018 - Aug 2021

• Managed day-of operations for weddings, receptions, and fundraisers at the Mt. Washington Mill Dye House and The Winslow.

• Supervised off-premise caterers, vendors, and event logistics from setup to breakdown.

• Ensured smooth execution and guest satisfaction throughout events. Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater Washington, DC, USA Events and Rentals Assistant Manager (Full-time) May 2019 - Jun 2021

• Coordinated and executed external rentals, managing the entire sales process and event lifecycle.

• Coordinated venue logistics across 5 public spaces and 3 theaters, creating detailed timelines and floor plans in collaboration with catering partners.

• Planned events for 500+ guests, including weddings and galas, and assisted with large-scale building buyouts. Johns Hopkins University Baltimore, MD, USA

Venue Manager (Event-Based) Sep 2016 - Oct 2018

• Oversaw day-of operations for private events at The George Peabody Library (300 guests) and The Evergreen Museum (220 guests).

• Ensured compliance with preservation standards and historical venue policies.

• Supervised support staff and trained new team members to ensure smooth event execution. SKILLS

Skills: Facility & Space Management, Vendor & Client Relations, Team Leadership & Staff Management, Vendor & Supplier Management, Event Marketing & Promotion, Contract Negotiation & Execution

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