Event Coordination & Engagement Professional with hands-on experience planning and executing
corporate tenant events, community activations, and large-scale engagement programs within a Class A commercial property environment. Skilled in vendor coordination, budgeting, logistics management, tenant communications, and day-of event execution. Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while creating engaging experiences that increase tenant satisfaction, participation, and community engagement. Experienced in coordinating events ranging from intimate lobby activations to large-scale festivals with 300+ attendees. Strong background in client relations, operations support, and cross-functional collaboration in fast-paced hospitality and property management environments. IMANI DAVIS
Washington D.C **************@******.*** 910-***-**** EVENTS COORDINATOR
August 2024 - Aug 2025
Lead Hostess/Customer Service– Riggs Hotel, Washington, DC Evaluated training materials prepared by instructors and offered actionable suggestions for improvement.
Evaluated and communicated trainee participation and performance in reports to management. Monitored and evaluated the effectiveness of training programs using pre- and post-assessment tools. Provided guidance and support to trainers in order to ensure successful delivery of the material presented during
sessions.
Facilitated engaging and informative training sessions for both new hires and existing staff Event/Tenant Coordinator - Hospitality at Work, Washington, DC August 2025 - Present Utilize Microsoft Office Suite, Yardi, POS systems, and event coordination platforms to manage communications and operations efficiently
Coordinate staffing assignments, volunteer management, and event execution timelines for large-scale activations
Manage event budgets, purchase tracking, invoices, and payment coordination while maintaining cost- effective programming
Oversee vendor onboarding processes including scheduling, COI compliance, contracts, and operational coordination
Manage full event lifecycle including planning, budgeting, vendor sourcing, logistics, setup, breakdown, and day-of operations
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
SUMMARY
April 2023 - August 2023
Training Development Specialist - Chickfila, Washington, DC Provided high-level hospitality by welcoming guests, managing reservations, and coordinating seating flow in a luxury hotel environment.
Collaborated closely with servers, management, and front-of-house staff during high-volume periods. Maintained professionalism while managing wait times, special requests, and guest expectations. Supported smooth service operations through clear communication and attention to detail. Marketing Intern - Edifis, Falls Church VA
Developed strategic plans for launching new products or services into the market. Generated weekly reports on progress of marketing initiatives. Prepared presentations summarizing research findings. Collaborated with designers on creating visuals for campaigns. Organized promotional events such as webinars, conferences, and trade shows. Participated in brainstorming sessions with marketing team members to develop ideas for campaigns. January 2023 - August 2023
Sandhills Community College - (AA) Associate of Arts Operational Logistics
Project Coordination
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Vendor Sourcing & Coordination
Budget Management
Hospitality & Guest Experience
Invoice & Payment Tracking
Flyer & Promotional Content Creation
SKILLS
Certifications: Professional Certificate in Event Management from The GW School of Business (Oct 26') EDUCATION
As the Project Lead for Sunfest Social in partnership with the Portals Public Improvement Association
(PPIA), I lead the planning and execution of a large-scale summer festival designed to engage 300+ attendees across the SW Washington, DC community. I oversee vendor partnerships, event logistics, entertainment coordination, branding, staffing, and day-of operations. The event features live music, food vendors, small business pop-ups, and interactive experiences focused on community engagement and tenant experience.
Sunfest Social, PPIA Land Association
PROJECTS
Large-Scale Tenant Engagement & Event Programming
As the Tenant Coordinator for Events & Engagement, I coordinated and executed large-scale tenant appreciation events and seasonal activations including Earth Day, Cinco de Mayo, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, Valentine’s Day, and holiday programming, successfully engaging audiences of 100–150+ attendees through strategic event planning, vendor coordination, and elevated guest experiences while managing an annual engagement programming budget of $20,000.
Vendor Sourcing & Partnership Management
As the Tenant Coordinator for Events & Engagement, I managed vendor sourcing and partnership development for a Class A commercial property, recruiting and coordinating food trucks, caterers, entertainers, and small businesses for recurring tenant programming and large-scale events. Responsibilities included vendor outreach, scheduling, contract and compliance coordination, operational logistics, and promotional support to enhance tenant engagement and on-site community experience. Managed annual engagement programming budgets up to $20,000 Coordinated events with 100–300+ attendees
Proficient in Yardi, Microsoft Office Suite, Canva, POS Systems, and SevenRooms Experienced in vendor sourcing, tenant engagement, and community programming Strong background in tenant engagement, hospitality operations, and experiential programming Experienced in coordinating public-facing community events in partnership with local organizations and businesses
Knowledge of operational compliance, COI tracking, and vendor onboarding processes