OBJECTIVE: Seeking a full-time position within the event planning industry.

EDUCATION:
University of New Haven West Haven, CT
Bachelor of Science, Tourism and Event Management Graduation: January 2011

Housatonic Community College Bridgeport, CT Associate in Science Degree, General Studies May 2008

RELEVENT COURSE WORK:
Catering and Event Management Lodging Operations
Hospitality Finance & Revenue Management Convention & Meeting Planning

EXPERIENCE:
Courtyard by Marriott Shelton, CT
Guest Service Agent Jun. 2009-Present
 Assist guests with arrivals, departures, and concerns
 Support other departments as required

The Inn at Villa Bianca Seymour, CT
Intern May 2010-August 2010
 Assistant to on site event coordinator
 Managed the Inn

University of New Haven - Hazell Nut Café West Haven, CT
Barista Feb. 2009-Feb. 2010, Sept.–Dec. 2010
 Fulfilled customer orders and ensured customer satisfaction
 Managed inventory

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS:
National Society of Minorities in Hospitality (NSMH) Sept. 2008-May 2010
Professional Convention Management Association (PCMA) Sept. 2008-Dec. 2010
 Secretary, September 2009-May 2010
Club Managers Association of America (CMAA) April 2009-Dec. 2010

HOUSATONIC EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES:
Performing Arts Club Sept. 2005-May 2008
College Student Senate Oct. 2006-May 2008

COMMUNITY SERVICE:
Seymour Pumpkin Festival Association Jan. 2010-Present
 Booth Committee, Scholarship Committee, etc.
University of New Haven, West Haven, CT Sept. 2008-Dec. 2010
 Breast Cancer Walks, Open Houses

COMPUTER SKILLS:
Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word