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Anna Lantier

@annalantier

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Catering event sales and coordination expert specializing in proposals, contracts, and client-focused execution.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I’m looking for a role where I can own catering and event sales end-to-end—building client relationships, negotiating confidently, and coordinating details—while using my marketing and social media skills to drive repeat business.

I bring 2+ years of experience managing corporate events and private functions, taking everything from early planning through day-of coordination. I’m known for turning client needs into clear event plans—using strong client relations, contract negotiation, and precise event coordination.

In my current Catering Sales Manager role, I prepare and present event proposals with menus, pricing, and detailed timelines, then respond to inquiries and RFPs by customizing menus and event orders for each client. I negotiate contracts, close deals, and focus on building relationships that generate repeat business, while also managing weddings, personal parties, and corporate events end-to-end.

Before this, I supported delivery and pickup workflows by creating proposals and BEOs, designing menus, and creating photo and video content for social media promotion. With a mass communications background and experience as a marketing intern, I blend event sales with marketing execution—problem-solving quickly, communicating clearly, and producing content calendars using industry tools.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Catering Sales Manager

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Messina’s Catering & Events

May 2025 - Present (1 year 1 month)

Prepared client event proposals with menus, pricing, and timelines; customized offerings in response to inquiries and RFPs. Manage weddings, personal parties, and corporate events from early planning through day-of coordination, negotiating contracts and building repeat business relationships.

RFP Responses Contract Negotiation Menu Customization Event Coordination Event Planning Client Relationship Management

Catering Sales Coordinator

Messina’s Catering & Events

Jun 2023 - May 2025 (1 year 11 months)

Created proposals and BEOs for pickup and delivery orders, designing menus and producing photo/video content for social media promotion. Sold and attended offsite events while serving as clients’ main point of contact and supporting event logistics.

BEO Creation Pickup And Delivery Order Planning Menu Design Social Media Marketing Event Logistics Tripleseat Caterease

Demo Leader

Bougie Bar

Sep 2022 - May 2023 (8 months)

Directed candle making classes for private parties and socials and supported outreach via Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, and X. Booked 700+ customers per month and managed merchandising by restocking and creatively displaying merchandise in the gift shop.

Candle Making Class Facilitation Social Media Outreach Customer Acquisition Customer Service Retail Merchandising Lead Customer Booking Logistics Coordination

Marketing Intern

Vintage Title, LLC

Jun 2022 - Aug 2022 (2 months)

Assisted with social media marketing for a title company by creating graphics and preparing materials for clients. Gathered assets and helped host open house events, supporting guest-facing communication and content planning.

Social Media Marketing HubSpot Open House Event Support

Signature Dining Seater

Walt Disney Company

Jul 2021 - Jan 2022 (6 months)

Seated tables and provided exceptional service for a high-capacity signature dining location at California Grill in Walt Disney World. Demonstrated leadership readiness and reliability in a fast-paced, diverse guest environment.

High Volume Dining Support Leadership Readiness Fast Paced Environment Service quality

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Louisiana State University (LSU)

Bachelor of Arts, Mass Communications

Earned a Bachelor of Arts with a major in mass communications, a focus in journalism, and a minor in sociology.

Walt Disney Company College Program

College Program

2021 - 2022

Participated in the Walt Disney World College Program, serving as a contemporary resort signature dining table seater and providing guest service in a fast-paced environment.