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Ashley Braxton

@ashleybraxton

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Results-driven event planning professional with 12 years of experience.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that allows me to leverage my event planning expertise while fostering creativity and collaboration in a dynamic environment.

With over 12 years of experience in event planning and hospitality, I have honed my skills in managing high-profile events and fostering strong vendor and client relationships. My journey has taken me through various roles, including Brand Merchandise Production Coordinator at Advoc8, where I successfully planned and executed large-scale branded experiences for notable clients such as YouTube and Google. My ability to coordinate logistics and manage production timelines has been recognized with the 2024 “Better Together” Value Award for exceptional teamwork and leadership.

Throughout my career, I have demonstrated a commitment to excellence in project coordination, utilizing CRM tools like Monday.com and CommonSku to maintain project schedules and milestones. My background also includes extensive experience in culinary leadership, where I led food service teams during high-volume events, ensuring quality service under pressure. I am passionate about creating memorable experiences and continuously seek opportunities to innovate and improve event execution.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Brand Merchandise Production Coordinator

Advoc8

Nov 2022 - Aug 2024 (1 year 9 months)

Planned and executed large-scale branded experiences for clients like YouTube, Google, Audible, and Niantic. Coordinated with vendors to source custom merchandise, manage logistics, and meet production timelines. Maintained project schedules and milestones using Monday.com and CommonSku.

Event Planning Vendor Management Logistics Management Monday.Com CommonSku Project Coordination Brand Experiences Client Relations Team Leadership

Brand Manager

Sucrose Sorcerer

Coordinated seasonal pop-ups, vendor booths, and community activations for a bakery brand. Developed marketing content and custom displays for in-person and online engagement. Managed product launches and events independently from concept to execution.

Brand Management Event Coordination Product Launches Event Execution Vendor Management Display Online Engagement

Social Media Manager

Freelance

Increased awareness for a fitness app through targeted online promotions. Supported event promotion via social media content tied to product launches and campaigns. Managed scheduling and client engagement to align messaging with brand voice and audience.

Social Media Management Digital Marketing Content Creation Brand Awareness Product Launches Campaign Management Client Engagement Scheduling Brand Voice

Event-Based Culinary Leadership

Various Locations

Led food service teams during high-volume banquets, weddings, and private events. Managed event timelines, staffing, setup, and guest coordination. Ensured quality service under tight schedules and high-pressure environments.

Culinary Leadership Event Management Staffing Food Service Private Events Quality Assurance Time Management

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Johnson & Wales University

B.S. in Foodservice Management, Foodservice Management, Meeting & Event Planning

Focused on the principles of foodservice management with a specialized concentration in meeting and event planning. Gained comprehensive knowledge in coordinating and executing various types of events.

North Carolina State University

Certificate, Graphic Design & Content Management

Completed a certificate program focusing on graphic design and content management. Developed skills in creating visual content and managing digital assets for various platforms.