Brittany penn - Events, Sales & Catering Manager - Dockside Restaurant | Himalayas
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Brittany penn

@brittanypenn

Dynamic event manager with over 7 years of experience.

Canada

What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that fosters creativity and collaboration, where I can leverage my event planning expertise to create impactful experiences.

With over seven years of experience in the event industry and 17 years in hospitality, I specialize in orchestrating a diverse range of events—from intimate gatherings to large-scale corporate conferences and social media conferences. My expertise encompasses client communication, event management, creative concept development, food and beverage coordination, timeline creation, sponsorship management, and overall event logistics.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Current

Events, Sales & Catering Manager

Dockside Restaurant

May 2021 - Present (4 years 1 month)

Drove over $1 million in annual sales, exceeding targets by 10%, and managed over 100 client accounts, increasing repeat bookings by 15%. Planned and executed diverse events with meticulous attention to detail, while negotiating contracts with over 50 vendors to secure 10% cost savings.

JB

Office Manager / Event Manager

JOEY Burnaby

Mar 2018 - May 2021 (3 years 2 months)

Booked, planned, and executed large corporate and private events, including virtual events, achieving sales targets through effective online marketing. Managed payroll, scheduling, and back-end office functions, while enhancing social media engagement by 20% through content creation.

VC

Early Childhood Educator

Vancouver Society of Children

Sep 2009 - Sep 2014 (5 years)

Designed and implemented interactive curriculum for children ages 2–5, fostering their development and engagement. Oversaw payroll, staff meetings, and parent communications as acting manager, demonstrating leadership and administrative capabilities.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

British Columbia Institute of Technology logoBT

British Columbia Institute of Technology

Certificate, Event Management and Marketing

Completed a comprehensive program focusing on event management and marketing principles. Gained practical skills in planning, executing, and promoting various types of events.

Langara College logoLC

Langara College

Diploma, Early Childhood Development

Participated in the Early Childhood Development Program, gaining foundational knowledge in child development and educational practices. This program prepared me for roles in early childhood education.

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