Victoria Ann

About Victoria Ann

From conception to execution, Victoria’s strong organizational and negotiating skills, ability to multitask gracefully under pressure, and appreciation for the art of customer service are invaluable in working with vendors, staying within budget, and creating beautiful, flawless events. Victoria has impeccable references, an outstanding portfolio, and brings her soul to every event or project she undertakes with uncompromising attention, value, and integrity. HIGHLY SKILLED IN: • Strategic and Tactical Planning • High Volume, High Dollar Negotiations • Fundraising and Social Events • Budget Management • Vendor Relations • Venue Scouting • Request for Proposal (RFP) • Banquet Event Order (BEO) • Community & Public Relations • Marketing Communications • Eco Friendly, Organic, Sustainable Events • Concierge Assistance

Experience

1. Event Planner and Coordinator

   Event Specialist

   Dec 2007 — Present · Chicago, IL, US

   Over 18 years experience offering logistical management, budget consulting, vendor curation, and much more. HIGHLIGHTS:• Achieved average cost-savings of 11.85% of overall event budget.• Negotiated with top music talent lowering price by 38.9% resulting in a cost-savings of $6,380.• Reduced total cost for two clients by 17% and 6.7% resulting in a cost-savings of over $4,380 and $8,800 respectively.• Invited to join Preferred Planner list of top event management company in Chicago, IL.• Personal Event Planner for high-profile CEOs and other prominent clients. HIGHLY SKILLED IN: Strategic and Tactical Planning High Volume, High Dollar Negotiations Fundraising and Social Events Budget Management Vendor Relations Venue Scouting Request for Proposal (RFP) Banquet Event Order (BEO) Community & Public Relations Marketing Communications Eco Friendly, Organic, Sustainable Events Concierge Assistance

Education

• Certified Holistic Nutritionist

  Southwest Institute, Tempe, AZ

Skills

• Brand Development
• Coordinating Activities
• Budgeting
• Party Planning
• Event Planning
• Advertising
• Relationship Building
• Green Living
• Customer Service
• Vendor Management
• Private Events
• Customer Relationship Management (Crm)
• Time Management
• Sales
• Holistic Health
• Business Development
• Nutrition
• Social Media
• Relationship Development
• Social Media Marketing
• Public Relations
• Trade Shows
• Marketing Event Planning
• Budget Management
• Microsoft Office
• Fundraising
• Customer-Focused Service
• Marketing
• Project Management
• Community Outreach
• Coordinating Meetings
• Concierge Services
• Leadership
• Corporate Events
• Event Management
• Public Speaking
• Client Relations