Event Services Coordinator

Posted on: 2008-06-12

LaTanya N. Turner 6363 W. Camp Wisdom Rd. Apt. # 1526 ♦ Dallas, TX 75236 ♦ 469-684-4935 [email protected] Objective Seeking a full-time position, correlated to events planning, in the hospitality industry. Education Texas A & M University College Station, TX Grad: Dec. 2006 • B.S. Horticulture Science • Minor: Business Administration Leadership Afterdark Campus Ministries • Plan concert and program events for 2500 college students • Coordinator for 24 hour intercessory prayer team of 48 people • Design marketing inserts • Work with a team of 40 to oversee safety and efficiency of the event Texas A&M University Voices of Praise Gospel Choir • Oversee coordination, assist in planning and execution of now National Gospel Fest Conference • Ensure safety and accommodation of 8 guest college choirs • Organize, oversee, ensure safety of organization of 11 leadership team members and 46 choir members Relevant Sheraton Dallas Hotel formerly Adams Mark Hotel Dallas, TX February 2007- Present Experience Event Services Coordinator • Assisted with coordination of convention groups with operational departments • Served as liaison to client, CSM, Catering Manager, Conference Set Up, Banquets and all departments • Created and booked group accounts, Banquet Event Orders using 2x Applications: Delphi and Crystal Reports • Created meeting diagrams using meeting matrix • Organized and maintained correspondence and records, following up on pending matters • Communicated and/or coordinated manager’s instructions with various individuals and/or departments. • Perform administrative and word processing duties for convention services management, including composition of routine correspondence when requested, composing letters, managing calendar and filing in all related areas • Answered telephone and give information to callers or route calls to appropriate management Benz School of Floral Design Texas A & M University August 2004-December 2006 Student Worker • Make floral designs of all sizes for various occasions and events • Organize gallery and storage areas • Data entry for students attending classes with the school • Created inventory report of all equipments and supplies Agape Christian Center Bryan, TX September 1998- December 2006 Assistant Administrator • Enter all finances received by the ministry into the church database • Design and distribute income tax reports for ministry and each member • Involved in counting and recording all finances • Coordinate and officiate annual church youth conference for 300 participants • Accounts payable and accounts receivable Kids Across America Kamp Golden, MO Summers 2004-2006 Leadership Team (2006) • Plan programs and events for 1900 people • Organize and oversee special guest itinerary • Oversee and plan schedule for 90 counselors • Work with team of 16 to plan, secure, and oversee entire camp • Data entry for counselor working with camp • Lead daily hour bible study for 6 counselors • Responsible for the punctuality of entire camp Counselor (2004-2005) • Oversee the spiritual growth and care of 100 campers • Responsible for safety and punctuality of 14 campers ages 15-18 for a period of 8 days • Teach sporting events, meditate disputes, and lead small group bible session daily Student Financial Services Texas A & M University July 2001- Dec. 2001 Student Worker • Answer phone calls concerning student billing statements Volunteer Work ChildreNiños Bilingual Education and Help One Student To Succeed Interests Floral design, event planning, music, sports, and growing in faith Skills Language- Basic Spanish Computer proficient - Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, Verbal and written communication Organizational and Administrative Program proficient- 2x Applications: Delphi and Crystal Reports, Meeting Matrix, Quicken, Membership Plus REFERENCES AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST