
Resume
Experience
2022 - Present
Freelance Event Coordinator
JenniJ Ltd
State College, PA
Over the years, I have learned a variety of skills that allow me to put that expertise into managing events. Whether a private family event such as a wedding or milestone birthday party or an organization's event. I can coordinate all aspects of dealing with vendors, marketing, etc to make sure your event runs smoothly.
2018 - Present
Short Term Rental Management
JenniJ Ltd
State College, PA
Dedicated Airbnb Host with over 7 years of experience liaising with property guests,
achieving top satisfaction, referrals and repeat business. Organizes and coordinates inquiries and answers questions regarding property and neighborhood, assessing and addressing individual needs of guests. Oversees
maintenance, advertising and rentals.
2017 - Present
General Manager
Group Travel Management Assoc.
Alexander City, AL
Combining the expertise of two long time sports event management companies, Group Travel Management Associates specializes in group travel for Alumni and Athletic Donor organizations.
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Responsible for overseeing daily operations and ensuring that business goals are met. While working alongside the company owners, I coordinate staff and projects, review sales and profitability, and oversee marketing and sales.
2014 - 2017
Director of Operations
Sports & Entertainment Travel
Champaign, IL
Sports & Entertainment Travel specializes in developing, marketing, and activating sports travel, entertainment, event management, and hospitality programs throughout the country.
In my role, I oversaw the day to day operations of each event, interfaced with event managers, the technology company and graphic designer.
1997 - 2017
Manager
Collegiate Athletic Travel
State College, PA
Collegiate Athletic Travel is a dedicated sports event management company focused on group travel for major college events. I have managed numerous college football weekends, bowl games, and Final Four trips. My expertise includes vendor relations and negotiations, customer service, accounting, graphic design.
Education
1988 - 1993
PENN STATE UNIVERSITY
B.S.
University Park, PA
Administration of Justice major with a minor in Business.
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Professional skillset
Entrepreneurial Mindset
Go-to-Market Planning
Teamwork & Collaboration
Digital Analytics
Languages
English (native)