Event Planner

OBJECTIVE: Management position where I can effectively utilize my expertise in Event Planning, Project Management, Marketing, Public Relations, Finance, and organizational skills with opportunity for company advancement.

JBM Ministry & Enterprises, Atlanta, GA

Wearhouse Manager, December 2008 – August 2009

• Oversaw the daily operations of the Wearhouse

• Managed the renovation project of the Event Facility, Café’, and Sanctuary

• Coordinated special events and community affairs

• Served on the Executive team with CEO and COO

• Coordinated and secured staff travel and hotel accommodations

• Managed CEO and COO calendar

• Supervised JBM staff and volunteers

• Served as liaison for domestic and international engagements

• Served as Public Relations consultant

• Responsible for marketing, promotions and advertisement

• Traveled whenever necessary with CEO and COO

Jon Browne & Associates Financial Group, Inc, Lithonia, Georgia

Mortgage Specialist May 2007 – March 2009

• Originate mortgages for home purchases, refinance, and new home construction

• Solidify contacts with local realtors, contractors, financial advisors, and other referral sources and meet all potential borrowers, and inspect all properties for requested financing

• Review and analyze loan transaction packages for preliminary approval or denial in accordance with bank guidelines

• Assemble all required documentation for processing and underwriting on each transaction, and prepare and present all related deal points to Loan Committee when required

• Assist customers with credit counseling and update, insurance and financial needs

American Equity Associates, Columbus, Georgia

Loan Officer, February 2006 - March 2007

• Originate mortgages for home purchases, refinance, and new home construction

• Solidify contacts with local realtors, contractors, financial advisors, and other referral sources and meet all potential borrowers, and inspect all properties for requested financing

• Review and analyze loan transaction packages for preliminary approval or denial in accordance with bank guidelines

• Assemble all required documentation for processing and underwriting on each transaction, and prepare and present all related deal points to Loan Committee when required

• Assist customers with credit counseling and update, insurance and financial needs

All About The Art, Atlanta, Georgia

Event Planner/Project Manager, June 2004 – Present

1. ALW Entertainment

• Evolution Tour – Personal Assistant 2004

• Sisters In The Spirit Tour - Merchandise Manager 2005

• Kurt Carr Tour – Tour Manager 2005

2. Juanita Bynum Ministry – Event Planner

• Women On The Frontline, Tampa 2005

• Women On The Frontline, LA 2005

• Threshing Floor Revival, Atlanta 2006

3. Donna Richardson

• Sisters In The Spirit – Merchandise Manager

• MegaFest 2005 – Morning Workout Coordinator

• MegaFest 2006 – Morning Workout Coordinator

4. Kelly Price

• Sisters In The Spirit – Merchandise Manager

• New Years Eve 2006 – Merchandise Manager

• MegaFest 2006 – Merchandise Manager

5. SportsVisions USA

• One Columbus 2006 – Registration

• One Columbus 2007 – Registration

• One Columbus 2008 - Registration

• Sam Mitchell Youth Camp 2006 – Registration

• Sam Mitchell Youth Camp 2007 – Registration

• Sam Mitchell Youth Camp 2008 - Registration

6. Be Restored Ministry – Event Planner

• Prayer Conference 2007

Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority, Atlanta, Georgia

Marketing / Event Planner, September 2002 - January 2006

• Event Planner for 2004 American Public Transportation Association Meeting, External Affairs Retreat, MARTA 25th Anniversary Celebration, MARTA Board of Directors Brunch and Dinner, APTA VIP Dinner

• Prepare, design, and produce power point presentations and quarterly/monthly update presentations for APTA Annual Meeting/International Bus Roadeo, COMTO, CEO Team, Customer Development Meetings, and Media Relations Speakers Bureau

• Prepare, design, and produce power point presentations and quarterly/monthly update presentations for APTA Annual Meeting/International Bus Roadeo, COMTO, CEO Team, Customer Development Meetings, and Media Relations Speakers Bureau

• Project Manager for MARTA Exhibit Booth, COMTO Annual Report, Major volunteer drive for MegaFest and July 4th activities, APTA Annual Meeting and International Bus Roadeo and APTA Visitors Pass

• Prepare and monitor budget, timelines and corporate sponsorship for APTA Annual Meeting

• Serve as liaison between MARTA and APTA, vendors and stakeholders

• Set-up/break down and staff MARTA Exhibit Booth at major conferences and special events.

• Create and developed promotional materials and collateral for 2004 APTA Annual Meeting/International Bus Roadeo and 2005 COMTO Annual Meeting, MegaFest, July 4th and External Affairs Retreat

• Provide staff support for Quarterly Staff Meetings, Government Luncheon, External Affairs Department, and Media Relations

• Served as liaison for External Affairs guest speakers and NBA Presidential Brunch

• Organized schedules, travel arrangements, speaking engagements, Board meetings and presentations for CEO and AGM

• Pre and Post conference set up and inventory of equipment, logistics, and merchandise

Nine West Corporation, Atlanta, Georgia

Assistant Manager, June 2001 - July 2002

• Managed daily operation of the store

• Managed staff of 20 employees

• Recruited and trained new employees

• Entered weekly payroll to corporate office

• Reconciled and delivered the daily bank deposit and reconciliation documents

• Maintained records for IMR, inventory, and shipment

• Maintained company standards for customer service

• Responsible for monthly one-on-one coaching and counseling with employees

• Handled customer inquires and complaints concerning merchandise and customer service.

Dekalb County School System, Decatur, Georgia

Substitute Teacher, March 1999 - June 2001

• Managed the daily operations of the classroom

• Maintained instructional environment

• Developed lesson plan for specific class and subject

• Carried out special assignment designated by lead teacher

• Conducted parent conferences as needed

COMMUNITY SERVICE

1. YWCA Greater Atlanta

• Salute To Greatness 2005

• Open Purse Auction 2007 – Celebrity/Live Auctions

2. B.E.L.L. (Bishop Eddie L. Long) Ministries, Lithonia, GA

• Responsible for coordinating and organizing agenda’s and itineraries for Conferences

• Create Welcome packages, contact listings, and speaking assignments for Conference Guest

• Coordinate travel & hotel accommodations for Conference Guests

• Attend to special request and/or accommodations for Conference Guest

• Assist with the merchandising of Conference Guests materials

• Serve as liaison between Conference Guests and Transportation Service

• Promoted Spirit and Truth Conference to new pastors and local churches

• Assist with implementing the vision that has been spoken by the visionary for upcoming Conferences

3. Hittmenn Dj’s, Atlanta, GA

• Toyz n the Hood, December 2009

• Hittmenn Dj’s 09 Reunion, September 2009

• Toyz n the Hood, December 2008

EDUCATION

Associates Degree in Management and Supervisory Development

Columbus Technical Institute, Columbus, Georgia

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