Susan Lane

About Susan Lane

Produce logistically intensive events including major fundraisers, weddings, and other…

Experience

1. Founder President

   Susan Lane Events

   May 2008 — Present · Acton, MA, US

   Sales and Marketing• Developed and marketed a unique model for a high-end catering and event planning company after selling “The Open Kitchen Catering Company”.• Marketed and promoted the business through a variety of methods, including social networking, fundraisers, word of mouth, involvement in many local organizations, monthly newsletter, direct mailings, cooking classes.• Planned, executed and catered large fundraising events: Artrageous- Umbrella Arts Concord, Emerson Hospital, Heading Home, Fenn School, Open Table, Political candidates.Catering and Event Management• Planned and executed over catering events for groups of 2-500. • Participated in all aspects of full -service events from initial client consultation, extensive event design, logistical planning, onsite management to post-event follow-up.• Coordinated with outside vendors (i.e. lighting, audio visual, entertainment, musicians, rental companies) to facilitate events.• Recruited, trained and supervised all off-site catering staff.Operations• Recruited all key staff without use of any advertising.• Responsible for financial statements, operating budgets and projections.

Education

• Marquette University

  BS

Skills

• Hiring
• Corporate Events
• Fine Dining
• Event Planning
• Recipes
• Food & Beverage
• Food Service
• Cooking
• Wine
• Restaurants
• Cuisine
• Catering
• Food
• Food Cost
• Birthdays
• Culinary
• Menu Development
• Hospitality