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American UniversityInterim Director of Alumni Outreach
May. 2017 - Oct. 2017• Oversee production of All American Weekend's Multicultural Alumni Reunion event logistics including but not limited to event schedule and timelines, locations and venues , menus and catering, speakers, entertainment, and print material.
• Engage and liaison with multicultural alumni volunteer task forces, on-campus constituents, and off-campus vendors.
• Steward multicultural reunion volunteers through planning process, and identify ways to maintain their engagement as both volunteers and donors.
American UniversityInterim Associate Director of Alumni Programs
Sep. 2016 - Nov. 2016• Develop and maintain content for web-site, email promotions, and social media plan for All American Weekend
• Oversee production of All American Weekend event logistics including but not limited to event schedule and timelines, locations and venues , menus and catering, speakers, entertainment, and print material
• Engage and liaison with alumni volunteer task forces, committees, and boards, on-campus constituents, and off-campus vendors
• Steward reunion volunteers through planning process, and identify ways to maintain their engagement as both volunteers and donors
Pressworthy EventsEvent Planning Specialist
Aug. 2016Responsible for event creation, design, production, management, and evaluation in an effort to enhance the vision of the client. Wedding, social, or corporate event duties include, but are not limited to: • Subcontractor network building, negotiation and problem solving skills
• Organization, time management and communication
• Social media creation, design, and management
• Email and print copy creation, design, and management
• Administrative support, customer service, and presentations
• Meeting participation, coordination, and management
• Volunteer recruitment, engagement, and management Clients: American University
American UniversityAssistant Director, Student-Alumni Outreach and Services
Mar. 2015 - May. 2016Washington D.C. Metro AreaResearch, Implement, and manage a comprehensive alumni benefits portfolio including, but not limited to, alumni and community audit program, health insurance, and an alumni travel program. Create, develop, and execute, student-alumni initiatives including, but not limited to, alumni dinner series, alumni speaker series, athletics programming, welcome week programming, graduations fairs, and AU Founder's Day activities. Engage and liaison with alumni volunteer task forces, committees, and boards, on-campus constituents, and off-campus vendors. Manage alumni affinity groups and activities, including but not limited to, All-American Weekend, Commencement, and Reunions.
University of MarylandTicket Office Game Day Assistant
Nov. 2014 - Dec. 2017College Park, MDResponsible for providing superior customer service to attendees of various University of Maryland athletic events. Duties assigned include: ticket sales, will call ticket distribution, player guest ticket distribution, scanner management and customer service.
TFG: Train For GreatnessManaging Partner
Jul. 2013Bowie, MDElite Cheerleading, Dance, and Gymnastics Training Facility. Proudly serving Maryland, Virginia, and Washington D.C. • Responsible for setting strategic goals and objectives, supervising daily activities, monitoring performance, and driving business growth
• Oversee hiring activities, on-boarding, and approving contracts
• Identify improvement gaps and implement corrective measures
• Engage and liaison with parents, students, and community leaders to ensure positive client relationships and drive new acquisitions.
American UniversityAlumni Relations Coordinator
Mar. 2013 - Mar. 2015Washington D.C. Metro AreaPlanned and executed student-alumni events and engagements on-campus and across the country for upwards of 11,500 attendees. This lead to increased overall participation in student-alumni events by 15%. Interfaced with internal and external constituents to ensure success of current alumni benefits and services for over 120,000 alumni - Relaunched and administering the alumni travel program, now branded as the Eagle Travel Club. - Launched and administered the alumni health insurance program by Meyer and Associates. - Launched the Community Audit program while increasing participation in the Alumni Audit program
Washington Eagles - Arena Indoor Football LeagueGameday Operations Coordinator and Lady Eagles Dance Team Choreographer
Jan. 2013 - Jan. 2014Laurel, MdFacilitate and coordinate gameday programming and operations of the Washington Eagles. This includes the planning of each home game, researching, booking and coordinating logistics for game day entertainment, developing audio and visual program, managing game day production team, volunteers, staff, and interns. In addition to the performance of these functions, managing tryouts and rehearsals, as well as creating and teaching choreography for the Lady Eagles Dance Team for all home games and community appearances.
MCR FederalHuman Resource Support
Jan. 2013 - Feb. 2013McLean, VirginiaProvide administrative and clerical support to the Benefits Manager and overall support to the Human Resource Team. Demonstrating tactful and diplomatic characteristics and applying the ability to communicate with individuals at all levels of the organization. Duties include but are not limited to: preparation of benefit and HR packages; managing sensitive and confidential matters like personnel relations, employee relations, and organizational changes, planning and protecting the security of information, data, and files.
Self EmployedAthletic Concierge Consultant
Apr. 2011 - Dec. 2014Personal Assistant for National Football League athletes. Offering personalized support to the family and individuals the client supports. Coordinating travel arrangements, managing appointments/calendar, assisting in business affairs. Organize charity/foundation and other events/engagements at the client’s request. Provide assistance with other administrative/clerical/support duties
Forever EventsAssistant Event Coordinator
Dec. 2010 - Apr. 2011Miami/Fort Lauderdale AreaAssist with negotiations for space contracts and book event space, arrange food and beverage, order supplies and audiovisual equipment, make travel arrangements, order event signs, and ensure appropriate décor (florals, linens, color schemes, etc.) to meet the quality expectations of the client.
Miami Dolphins & Sun Life StadiumProfessional Cheerleader
May. 2010 - May. 2011Miami/Fort Lauderdale AreaGame day entertainment, Attend all rehearsals, fans and fan mail interaction, media relations,
Participate in community outreach events, Represent the Miami Dolphins organization at scheduled appearances and performances, Perform in USO tours, Assist with the Dolphins Cheer Camp summer and winter sessions, Participate in public appearance events as a Miami Dolphin brand ambassador.
Chesapeake Public Schools - Oscar Smith High SchoolAssistant Girls Track & Field Coach
Mar. 2010 - May. 2010Chesapeake, VAAssists the Head Coach according to the needs of the athletes as instructed by the Head Coach.
Instruct and train the athletes (they are responsible to) for their track meet preparation throughout the season.
Monumental Sports & EntertainmentVIP Hostess Executive Seating
Aug. 2008 - Aug. 2009Washington D.C. Metro AreaBuilt a rapport with repeat members that includes face and name recognition to enhance the VIP experience
Recruited new members under the direction of the Sr. Director of Client Services.
Coordinated catering and janitorial services to ensure that high standards are met and maintained
National Basketball Association - Washington WizardsProfessional Cheerleader/Dancer
Aug. 2006 - Aug. 2008Washington D.C. Metro AreaRepresent the Wizards organization at annual national public service appearances
Recognized as 2007 Rookie of the Year for outstanding teamwork, performance skills, and ingenuity
Modeled for the Washington Wizards annual calendar and other promotional events
Taught dance curriculum to participants ages 5 – 18 in annual dance clinic
Performed dance routines at nearly 100 games and appearances annually
Spirit UnlimitedCheer & Dance Director/Choreographer
Jun. 2005 - Jun. 2008Glen Burnie, MDTrained over 2000 cheerleaders and dancers (ages 7-18) in basic cheer and
dance performance skills to include, yet not limit to effective communication, keys to audience engagement, and preventative fitness techniques.
Promoted from staff to Director and Head Choreographer 3 months after hire.
Supervised 5 personal cheer/dance staff members during camp experience.
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