Nada Kalandos
6971 Cedar Basin Avenue
Las Vegas, Nevada 89142
(702) 630-6090
nadakalandos@gmail.com
Dear Prospective Employer:
This letter and resume are for your consideration regarding event planning /
Banquet Hall management’s position that I believe will fully utilize my professional
skills and personal abilities. I prefer opportunities for growth and advancement
based upon team work, individual merit and capability. My background reflects
extensive experience in retail management, building/interior design industry,
personnel supervision, training, motivation, budgeting, purchasing, bookkeeping,
sales, customer service, public relations, computer applications and corporate
communications.
I have also developed the ability to establish and maintain communications and
rapport with fellow staff, clients, and management. These are all combined with
proven business knowledge, and a comprehensive education.
My professional background, language skills, and my ability to work with people
from all lifestyles are benefits I will bring to your organization. In addition, this
experience has given me a solid base and broad understanding of business related
operations and practices.
You will find me a loyal, personable, and dedicated individual. My positive
personality enables me to maintain effective and efficient performance in a
conscientious manner.
In closing, I want to thank you for your time and consideration, and welcome the
opportunity to meet with you and further discuss my qualifications in detail.
Sincerely,
Kalandos Nada Hanna
encl.
Nada Kalandos
6971 Cedar Basin Avenue
Las Vegas, Nevada 89142
(702) 630-6090
nadakalandos@gmail.com
Objective:
As a driven, detail oriented, multi-tasking, professional with several years of proven
success in event planning and Banquet Hall management, I am seeking a position that
compliments my experience, educational background and provides continued growth
and advancement.
Summary of Qualifications:
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Provide a professional level of design operations, administrative
management, personal supervision and customer expertise via a combination
of formal education, continued training and years of hand-on experience.
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Event Management Expertise in the field of complete logistics, site research
and selection, contract negotiation, developing and adhering to timelines,
developing and monitoring budgets, securing and setting up audio/visual
equipment, coordinating pre and onsite registration, coordinating flight, hotel,
transportation and entertainment arrangements.
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Introduce and implement innovative ideas concerning interior design
applications, management techniques, employee incentive/training programs,
marketing strategies, sales promotion and customer service policies, which
enhance overall operations as well as ultimately increase annual profits.
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Prepare budgets, accounting records and statements, analyzing accounts
payable versus accounts receivable to ensure a profit is always achieved.
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Coordinate daily operations, train, supervise, and motivate staff or
management personnel in basic product/industry information and company
policy along with sales/operating procedures and other specific job related
duties, thereby generating highly skilled and enthusiastic employees.
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Establish and maintain an extensive clientele base, consisting of return
business as well as new referrals, by developing an excellent rapport with the
customers, providing personnel attention to their needs, offering post sales
assistance and assuring their satisfaction.
Professional Experience:
2001-Present Jovani Linens and events Design Sales/Manager
2010-Presnt Manor Banquet Hall Sales/Manager
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Arrange and manage logistics for over 150 weddings and special event
programs including site selection, contract negotiation, ordering food and
beverage, audio visuals, meeting preparation pre-training and facilitation
Train new and existing staff prior to the event so that all operations and
duties were executed smoothly and as per clients guidelines
Proactively solicit, negotiate and contract new and repeat catering business
Facilitate communication with the professionals including venue
management, stand designers, caterers, contractors and equipment hire
and clients to ensure efficient running of an event.
Overall event responsibility includes: organizational leadership, budget
preparation, on-site coordination, and management of cross-functional
teams
Work closely with hotel sales representatives to research availability and
negotiate contracts for events, secure guest room blocks and ensure
appropriate accommodations are met.
Maximize revenue through accurate forecasting and room block
management
Advanced skill in coordination elements including floral, linens and table
décor
Developed detailed banquet event orders according to contract outlining
all event details accurately
Served as the liaison with the client and the Executive Chef to plan and
execute special requests and customized menus specifications
Responsible for all details of assigned events to include rentals,
entertainment, outside services
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Responsible for all details of assigned events to include rentals,
entertainment, outside services
Ensured all required paperwork in detail; proposals, cost sheets, contracts,
worksheets, change forms, floral demonstrations, load lists, tear down
notes etc.
Worked closely with vendor professionals to execute the brides vision
correctly
Developed detailed banquet event orders according to contract outlining
all event details accurately
Personal Profile and Achievements:
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Over 15 years combined experience in event planning, retail management,
building/interior design industry, floral design, personnel supervision, training,
motivation, budgeting, purchasing, book keeping, inventory/quality control, sales,
customer service, public relations, computer applications and corporate
communications.
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Bridle Spectacular Exhibitor’s Choice Award Recipient: 2010, 2011, 2012,2013, 2014
and 2015.