Ashley Delong (Pennell)
Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33418
c. 561-***-****
************@*****.***
OBJECTIVE
To secure a challenging position where my background in and sales would allow me to make a valuable contribution to a growing organization.
STRENGTHS
Strong determination to succeed , highly organized - can prioritize work schedules, manage time effectively and meet deadlines, resourceful, proactive and have initiative, effective communicator - can liaise with clients and communicate ideas with a wide range of people, quick learner and hardworking, adapt quickly to new working environments, excellent research and report writing skills, work independently and as part of a team, administration/clerical experience
EXPERIENCE
10/08 - PRESENT, Maternity Leave and Family Management
02/08 – 10/08, MARRIOTT PALM BEACH GARDENS, Palm Beach Gardens, FL
Social Events Manager
Sell event space, plan and manage all social events at the hotel. Develop and maintain constant client and potential client contact via email, phone and in person meetings to update current and potential clients on all event planning information and what services could be provided.
11/06 – 02/08, JUPITER BEACH RESORT & SPA, Jupiter, FL
Sales & Catering Coordinator
Coordinate the Sales & Catering department by assessing all inquiries from potential clients coming into the office or calling. Maintain client contact in order to assess and plan for their needs, answer any of their questions.
5/06 – 7/06, HILTON OCEANFRONT RESORT, Singer Island, FL
Catering Coordinator (Temporary hire position)
Coordinate the Catering department by assessing all inquiries from potential clients coming into the office or calling. Maintain client contact in order to assess and plan for their needs, answer any of their questions.
5/05 – 9/05, OLD NAVY, Tallahassee, FL
Sales Associate
Customer service, cash handling, replenish stock, store organization.
AWARDS
Employee of the Month, January 2007, Jupiter Beach Resort & Spa
Employee of the Month, June 2007, Jupiter Beach Resort & Spa
EDUCATION
2003-2006 Bachelors of Science Business/Marketing, Florida State University, Tallahassee, FL
1999-2003 William T. Dwyer Community High School
PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL REFERENCES AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST