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Natalya Thomas

Events Coordinator
Georgetown

Summary

Meet Aone Events Founder

Natalya Thomas is 33 year old Events Coordinator and Marketing Professional Who has a passion for entrepreneurship, she believes that all things are possible if only you make a start. Natalya is currently enhancing her studies in project management and is a well-rounded individual who has the ability to multi task and is determine to make a positive change in the world.

As a self-described social butterfly, coordinating an idea into an event that captures the mood, message and individualistic style of each client is a personal and professional passion that drives her creativity.

Natalya have a comprehensive background that includes Marketing , Sales , multimedia communications and publicity with extensive expertise in radio, web, video and print marketing which allows her to conceptualize, develop, promote and execute a successful event experience that generates consumer interest and increases company recognition.

Through her well established relationships with vendors, distributors and local hotels, she have negotiated significant savings which allows her to execute events well under budget – a cost savings that directly impacts your financial objectives.

With a flexible, adaptable, get it done attitude, she welcome the challenges that inevitably arise in all stages of event planning and Marketing..

Events coordinator

PERSONAL SUMMARY

A highly competent, capable and resourceful events coordinator with good all round

experience of event development, management and marketing.

Self-motivated,enthusiastic and with a can do positive attitude with a proven ability to ensure the smooth running of each event hosted. Experienced in budget management and hosting annual conferences, receptions and promotional events. Ability to keep a level head at all times and considers no job too big or too small.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Certifications

Work History

Event Coordinator

Aone Events
Georgetown
10.2018 - Current
  • Managed administrative logistics of events planning, event booking, and event promotions.
  • Performed event coordination for larger parties and gatherings.
  • Managed event logistics and operations.
  • Coordinated schedules and timelines for events.
  • Created and maintained event expenditures, budgets and timelines in job-related software.
  • Utilized internal databases to prepare and distribute guest lists, electronic invitations and registration processes.
  • Coordinated florists, photographers, and musicians for events.
  • Worked closely with couples to meet wedding goals, maintain deadlines and resolve complaints or service issues.
  • Attended conferences and events to stay up-to-date with industry trends and planning standards.
  • Arranged availability of audio-visual equipment, transportation and displays for various types of events.
  • Communicated with catering, lighting and sound companies to obtain price quotes.
  • Designed and implemented efforts to publicize events and promote sponsorships.
  • Inspected event facilities to confirm conformance to customer requirements.
  • Evaluated and selected service providers and vendors according to customer requirements.
  • Brainstormed and implemented creative event concepts and themes.
  • Acquired contracts and agreements to finalize negotiations and obtain approval signatures.
  • Hired, trained and supervised volunteers and support staff required for events.
  • Reviewed event bills to confirm accuracy and approve payment.
  • Consulted with customers to determine objectives and requirements for events.
  • Developed post-event reports to determine effectiveness of each event.

Executive Operation Coordinator

Miss World Guyana Organization
Georgetown
06.2016 - 08.2018
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting.
  • Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
  • Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
  • Ran errands and provided general office support in a professional environment.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
  • Developed strong communication and organizational skills through working on group projects.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
  • Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.

Bond Clerk

Demerara Distillers Limited
Georgetown
04.2010 - 09.2012
  • Entered figures using 10-key calculator to compute data quickly.
  • Input financial data and produced reports using [Software].
  • Gathered, evaluated and summarized account data in detailed financial reports.
  • Reconciled company bank, credit card and line of credit accounts, investigating and resolving discrepancies to keep accounts audit-ready.
  • Managed and responded to correspondence and inquiries from customers and vendors.
  • Streamlined bookkeeping procedures to increase efficiency and productivity.
  • Generated invoices upon receipt of billing information and tracked collection progress.
  • Matched purchase orders with invoices and recorded necessary information.
  • Managed complex problem-solving for upper management in order to complete projects on-time and within budget.
  • Supported management by processing invoices and documents with consistent on-time delivery.
  • Maintained excellent financial standings by working closely with bookkeeper to process business transactions.

Accounting Clerk

Tower Hotel
Georgetown
03.2010 - 10.2011
  • Input high volume of monthly invoices with consistent accuracy.
  • Monitored status of accounts receivable and payable to facilitate prompt processing.
  • Completed biweekly payroll for company personnel.
  • Applied proper codes to invoices, files, and receipts to keep records organized and easily searchable.
  • Maintained clean and organized files by keeping accounts payable records up-to-date.
  • Used accounting software to prepare weekly and monthly financial reports.
  • Managed accounts payable and receivables and payroll.

Front Desk Receptionist

Top End Gym
Georgetown
03.2009 - 11.2009
  • Answered multi-line phone system to respond to inquiries and transfer calls to correct departments and personnel.
  • Resolved customer issues quickly and notified supervisor immediately when problems escalated.
  • Collected room deposits, fees, and payments.
  • Greeted guests at front desk and engaged in pleasant conversations while managing check-in process.
  • Maintained files and records by implementing effective filing systems that boosted efficiency and organization.
  • Answered questions and addressed, resolved, or escalated issues to management personnel to satisfy customers.
  • Confirmed important personal and payment information for compliance with security and payment card industry standards.
  • Answered multi-line phone system and transferred callers to appropriate department or staff member.

Education

High School Diploma -

Brickdam Secondary
Brickdam
09.2003 - 07.2008

Skills

Wedding trends proficiency

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Accomplishments

ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS

CXC 2003 - 2008

English Language 2

Social-Studies 3

Principle of Business 3

Principles of Accounts 2

Agricultural Science 2

Information Technology 2

Mathematics 3

Diploma Business Management (2012)

New Guyana University

  • Sales and Marketing ( grade A)
  • Human Relation Skills For Success (grade A)
  • Finance ( grade A)
  • Public Speaking( gradeA)

Dale Carnegie Leadership Course - 2012

Human Relation skills for Success Certificate

Global Technology 2012

Advance Coreldraw ( grade B)

  • Grew venue bookings 50% by launching aggressive print and digital marketing campaign.
  • Achieved average of 95% guest satisfaction ratings for all events.
  • Executed over 30 events in [2018-2019].
  • Cut event costs by average of $50,000 through strategic negotiations with vendors.
  • Negotiated with vendors to obtain cost-effective services, saving clients average 25%
  • Trained and mentored over 100 events planning associates.
  • Built strong relationships with vendors such as florists, photographers, videographers, musicians and officiants to take hassle out of wedding planning.
  • Added, renewed and grew fundraising and donation contributions.
  • Created contingency plans for all weddings, successfully saving 15 potentially disastrous events.

Additional Information

list of companies Aone Events worked for :


Banks DiH

Conservation International

Guyana Revenue Authority

BDO Accountancy firm

Marriott Hotel

GTT

Parliament building

Freedom life Ministry

Ministry of Culture Youth and sports

Among other personal events .




Certification

Dale Carnegie Leadership Course Human Relation skills for Success Certificate

Timeline

Event Coordinator

Aone Events
10.2018 - Current

Executive Operation Coordinator

Miss World Guyana Organization
06.2016 - 08.2018

Sales and Marketing ( grade A) Human Relation Skills For Success (grade A) Finance ( grade A) Public Speaking( gradeA)

04-2016

Dale Carnegie Leadership Course Human Relation skills for Success Certificate

06-2012

Global Technology Advance Coreldraw ( grade B)

01-2012

Certified Wedding Planner

01-2011

Bond Clerk

Demerara Distillers Limited
04.2010 - 09.2012

Accounting Clerk

Tower Hotel
03.2010 - 10.2011

Front Desk Receptionist

Top End Gym
03.2009 - 11.2009

High School Diploma -

Brickdam Secondary
09.2003 - 07.2008
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