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Rakeb Yehwalashet

@rakebyehwalashet

Event planner at WEG EVENTS coordinating weddings and corporate events from vendor logistics through on-site execution.

At WEG EVENTS, I founded and managed event planning operations for weddings, corporate, and social events. I coordinate vendors, logistics, and schedules, and work with clients to plan suitable experiences.

At KIBIR CONSULTANTS, I coordinate training and event logistics while managing social media content and participant databases. I also manage social media calendars as a freelancer and previously supported event bookings, client onboarding, and marketing at MAKINA CAFE.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Founder & Event Planner

Current

WEG Events

Jan 2025 - Present (1 year 10 months)

Founded and managed event planning operations for weddings, corporate, and social events while ensuring high client satisfaction. Coordinated vendors, event logistics, schedules, and creative concepts to deliver organized events.

Event Planning Vendor coordination Logistics Management Client Relations Problem Solving Creativity On Site Execution

Current

Training, Marketing and Impact Measurement Coordinator

Current

Kibir Consultants

Jan 2025 - Present (1 year 10 months)

Managed social media platforms and digital presence by creating, planning, and posting content aligned with brand communication. Coordinated logistics for trainings and events, including scheduling, registrations, attendance tracking, and on-site support.

Social Media Management Content Creation Event Coordination Google Workspace Database Management Scheduling Registration Attendance Tracking Onsite Support

Current

Freelance Social Media Manager

Current

Self Employed

Jan 2022 - Present (4 years 10 months)

Created and managed social media content calendars for platforms including Instagram and TikTok. Conducted trend research, developed engaging digital content, and improved online audience engagement.

Social Media Management Content Calendar Trend Research Content Creation Instagram TikTok Audience Engagement

Virtual Assistant

Makina Cafe

Jan 2023 - Jan 2025 (2 years)

Supported event bookings and client onboarding, managing inquiries from confirmation through planning and post-event follow-up. Maintained an organized event inquiry pipeline and followed up with clients through professional and timely email communication.

Event Planning Client Communication Invoice Management Square Monday CRM Social Media Management Content Creation Canva Later Google Workspace Microsoft Office Customer Service Data organization Research Reporting Appointment Scheduling Calendar Management

Sales Development Representative

CCI Ethiopia

Jan 2022 - Jan 2023 (1 year)

Worked in cold calling to promote company products and generate potential customers. Provided customer service support by assisting clients, resolving issues, and ensuring a smooth customer experience.

Cold Calling Sales Development Customer Service client support Problem Solving