Heather Geiger
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Career Summary
Dynamic & highly motivated professional with over 10 years experience in Corporate & Social Event management. Strong communicator, negotiator and problem solver, with a focus on exceeding client’s expectations. Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while consistently meeting deadlines.
Strong organizational skills
Creative “out of the box” thinker
Meticulous attention to details
Team Leader and Self –Efficient
Tenacious desire to succeed
Employment History
Wedding & Event Coordinator Business Owner
May 2009 to present Heather Corinne Signature Events Davie, FL
Create and establish a new business.
Produce 5 social events and 17 Weddings.
Work with team of vendors to produce Weddings and other social events.
Restaurant Manager/Event Coordinator
July 2007 to May 2009 The Links Restaurant, Key Biscayne/ Country Club of Miami
Supervise the daily operations of the restaurant.
Market venue and network to promote sales.
Book, plan, and manage all aspects of events.
Banquet Captain
Dec 2003 to Nov. 2005 Harbor Beach Marriott, Ft. Lauderdale, FL
Establish and maintain relationships with clientele to ensure guest satisfaction.
Manage all logistics for a team of servers responsible for large-scale events.
Handle requisitions for food, supplies, and equipment necessary for functions.
Banquet Manager
Aug 2002 to May 2003 Signature Grand, Davie, FL
Provide food services and amenities for group functions exceeding 300 people.
Supervise the staff responsible for banquet room set-up, catering, and clean-up.
Complete reports for upper management of events.
Banquet Event Manager
Sep 2000 to Sep 2001 JW Marriott Hotel, Miami, FL
Meet with clients to discuss logistics related to various events.
Responsible for 2-10 functions from 80-100 people simultaneously.
Verify time logs and calculate gratuities for bi-monthly payroll.
Education / Awards / Associations
2001-2002 Keiser Career Institute, Davie, FL
2001/2002 Awarded Bill Tiefel National Awards of Excellence
2004 Graduate of Continuing Career Skills Development (CCSD)-Marriott
2008 Landmark Education Graduate-Dania Beach, FL
2008-2010 Secretary of the National Association of Wedding Professional Dade/Broward Chapter
2010 Industry Service Award by National Association of Industry Professionals
2009-2011 Brides Against Breast Cancer Gown Sale Committee Member
2009-present Association of Bridal Consultants Member
Computers
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), the use of email, social media sites, and the Internet.