Lauren Lund

About Lauren Lund

About I am a young professional in the event/hospitality industry with a strong passion for weddings and special events. My journey began when I became a Certified Wedding Planner through the Bridal Society, and since then, I’ve continued to grow through hands-on experience in event logistics and execution. These opportunities have allowed me to refine my leadership, organizational, and planning skills while helping clients bring their visions to life. Throughout my academic background, Division I athletics, volunteer work, internships, and professional experiences, I have built strengths in: • Interpersonal communication & customer service • Event planning & execution • Social media & brand engagement • Leadership, teamwork, and adaptability Colleagues describe me as driven, resourceful, and positive under pressure. I pride myself on being adaptable and coachable, thriving both independently and as part of a team. Though, my best work happens in collaboration. Outside of work, I enjoy cooking and trying new foods, working out, traveling, and watching films. Assessments & Strengths • StrengthsFinder: Discipline, Responsibility, Empathy, Consistency • Enneagram: Type Three – The Achiever • Predictive Index (PI): Specialist • Myers-Briggs: ESFJ Connect I’m always eager to connect with fellow professionals, colleagues, and creatives. I’m currently open to work. Feel free to reach out if you’d like to collaborate or share ideas!

Experience

1. Venue Manager & Operations Specialist

   Anthem Group

   Sep 2022 — Present · Waco, TX, US

   Lead all venue operations, overseeing Associate Managers, Head Chef, and event staffwhile collaborating directly with the Executive Director to maximize efficiency andprofitability+ Managed execution of 100+ weddings, corporate functions, and private events,ensuring seamless operations from contract activation through final walkthrough+ Directed sales strategy to increase bookings and revenue, including developingcontracts, tracking invoices, and maintaining CRM systems+ Built and maintained strong client/vendor relationships; led site tours, conducted finalwalkthroughs, and ensured alignment with brand standards+ Supervised hiring and implemented training plans and SOPs to drive accountability,performance, and operational excellence+ Oversaw facility management, ensuring adherence to safety regulations and brandstandards while maintaining readiness for events+ Developed and managed a variety of in-house programming in collaboration with themanagement team, including themed evenings and open houses to attract new clientsand engage the community+ Drove social media and digital marketing efforts, creating engaging content thatincreased venue visibility and client engagement+ Monitored budgets and protected company assets while ensuring exceptional clientexperiences

Education

• North Carolina State University

  Parks, Recreation, Tourism Management

  2013 — 2017

Skills

• Microsoft Office
• Marketing
• Time Management
• Outlook
• Social Media
• Communication
• Social Networking
• Wordpress
• Program Planning
• Cashiering
• Easily Adaptable
• Detail Oriented
• Retail
• Data Entry
• Organization Skills
• Program Evaluation
• Phone Etiquette
• Teamwork
• Customer Service
• Powerpoint
• Strong Work Ethic
• Event Planning
• Merchandising
• Microsoft Word
• Leadership