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Colleen
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Event Coordinator
I am especially interested in special events with a focus in sports.
Colleen B. Kurtz
2572 Hallmark Dr.
Belmont, Ca 94002
650.740.7988
cbkurtz@comcast.net
EDUCATION
University of San Francisco, San Francisco, CA
B.S.B.A. in Hospitality Industry Management
May, 2006
Food Safety Manager Certified
SKILLS
Proficient in both front/ back of house functions of Aloha POS and Solomon computer systems.
Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, Office, Outlook and Power Point.
Proficient in Delphi
EXPERIENCE
The Olympic Club San Francisco, CA 3/07 10/07
Championship Coordinator of the 2007 United States Mens Amateur Golf Championship
Responsible for the practical details, from the initial planning stages to running the championship the week of the U.S. Amateur Championship.
Responsible for over 315 participants accommodations and transportation.
Created and monitored website for the championship.
Created, designed and managed all pre-registration and registration websites for participants.
Coordinated with all media (NBC, Golf Channel, local and national publications) for event coverage.
Responsible for facilities, equipment rental and construction companies, catering, signage, displays, audio-visual equipment, printing, security, parking and transportation companies.
Responsible for spectator parking sites and shuttle transportation.
Established and monitored budgets, and timescales.
Came in $300k less than budget.
Organized and coordinated over 600 volunteers, plus a head committee of 60 volunteers.
Controlled ticket sales for the club and outside spectators.
Liaison with United States Golf Association to determine exact requirements.
Represented the club through meetings and presentations to negotiate contracts, permits and establish agreements with local government agencies, police departments and vendors.
Publicized the event and produced promotional materials.
Ensured that health and safety, insurance and security regulations were followed.
Managed finances and contracts.
Responsible for all post event procedures.
Hilton Garden Inn San Mateo, CA 8/06 3/07
Sales and Catering Manager
Responsible for the development of market segments and solicitation of new customer relationships while maintaining existing relationships with previous customers.
Responsible for the following catering segments: Social, Religious, Education, Fraternal, Reunions, Weddings, Government and Corporate.
Represented the hotel through conducting conferences and other external sales presentations to groups and prospective customers to solicit, explain, negotiate and close contracts.
Met with and entertained customers, conducted property tours, participated in tradeshows, industry and community events to promote facilities and services.
Negotiated contracts and committed company with customers and set established agreements with vendors.
Maximized revenue and promoted relationships through negotiation of services and prices.
Bella Notte Events San Francisco, CA 7/06 9/06
Event Planner
Conducted small to large events.
Designed and implemented concepts and ideas for clients.
Maxs Cafe Restaurant Redwood City, CA 1/04 8/05
Asst. Manager / Bartender / Server / Trainer / Catering Staff
Conducted daily operations including labor management, food quality, and customer satisfaction.
Managed and controlled 15 to 20 staff members.
Executed a training course for new employees.
Responsible for food and service knowledge including all beer, wine, and liquor knowledge.
Conducted and worked catering events for small and large groups
Conners and Berk Belmont, CA 8/03 1/04
Bartender / Server / Trainer / Events Staff
Increased personal service standards in a fine dinning atmosphere by reducing errors and increasing sales.
Managed 100+ wines, plus organized a complete reference manual of the wines for the employees.
Executed and worked small and large private events
Maxs Restaurant Belmont, CA 4/00 8/03
Server / Trainer/ Hostess
Developed and implemented a training course for new employees.
Gained ability and knowledge of beer, wine, liquor, and beverage sales.
ACTIVITIES
Club Management Association of America
Hospitality Management Association (USF Alumni)
Surfrider Foundation
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