Experience

Riffs Catering
September 2014 - March 2015
Event Specialist: Responsible for Sales, Event Management, Menu Creation, Kitchen Duties, Marketing campaigns, etc. Increased sales and service opportunities for local catering business

Art Pancake’s Party and Wedding Rentals
December 2012 – September 2014
General Manager: Responsible for six employees, full operational and inventory management, purchasing, sales, systems management, hiring/human resources, etc. Increased overall sales by more than 18% overall with some months exceeding 40% yoy

Terra Delicious Organic Catering and Event Vending
November 2009 – December 2012
Owner/Operator: Responsible for all aspects of owning and operating Food Truck business. Includes financial management, purchasing, preparation, execution, customer service, etc. Strong sales - business outgrew operational budget and equipment.

Nature’s Helpers Gardening Services
April 2016 - Current
September 2014 - December 2015
December 2009 – December 2012
Landscaping and gardening specialists

Gaylord Opryland Resort and Convention Center
May 2006 - November 2009
Catering Sales Manager: Responsible for Food and Beverage Sales, forecasting and on-site services for Convention Groups ranging from 300 to 4500 attendees with overall sales exceeding 18 million.

January 2005 - April 2006
Executive Sales Manager: One Stop Shop service position with areas of responsibility ranging from room block management to on-site set up capabilities and attractions booking for Convention Groups from 10 - 300 guests

August 2003 - December 2004
Convention Coordinator: Responsible for on-site management of convention groups, security/cleanliness of assigned space and coordination of internal meetings