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yasaman jafarloo

@yasamanjafarloo

I plan and execute high-volume events, coordinating clients, vendors, budgets, logistics, and on-site guest experiences.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I'm looking to lead event planning and operations from client consultation through on-site execution, using organized systems, strong vendor relationships, and thoughtful guest experiences to improve repeatable event workflows.

I'm currently managing 30–40 concurrent events at Ashling, carrying each from initial planning through on-site execution. I coordinate timelines, menus, budgets, rentals, staffing, floor plans, guest requirements, and day-of logistics.

Previously at Taste Gourmet, DC Taste & B. Lin Catering, I planned private, political, nonprofit, and corporate events for 20–500+ attendees, including fundraisers, galas, receptions, weddings, meetings, and multi-part programs. I owned client consultations, proposals, catering and rental orders, vendor coordination, schedules, setup, and service.

I build organized, repeatable event processes using tools including Tripleseat, Cvent, Total Party Planner, and Excel. I’m comfortable serving as the central point of contact between clients, venues, culinary teams, vendors, and internal staff.

My background also includes stakeholder engagement with CISA, deadline-sensitive legal support, and nonprofit fundraising leadership. I bring calm problem-solving, detailed follow-through, and clear communication to complex event operations.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Event Planner

Current

Ashling

Apr 2026 - Present (5 months)

Managed 30-40 concurrent events from planning through execution, coordinating timelines, budgets, vendors, and client requirements. Created floor plans and oversaw on-site setup and service.

Event Planning Vendor Management Budget Monitoring Tripleseat Excel Project Planning Stakeholder Communication

Event Planner

Taste Gourmet – DC Taste & B. Lin Catering

Jun 2024 - Apr 2026 (1 year 10 months)

Planned and executed private, political, nonprofit, and corporate events for 20-500+ attendees, including fundraisers, galas, and weddings. Managed front-end planning, logistics, and vendor coordination.

Event Planning Vendor coordination Budget Management Cvent Excel Total Party Planner Client Relations

Journeyman Operations Business Analyst

TekSynap

Dec 2023 - Apr 2024 (4 months)

Researched and drafted an annual outreach plan for engaging nongovernmental organizations. Created spreadsheets to track outreach, metrics, and workflow progress while building stakeholder relationships.

Research Spreadsheets Stakeholder Engagement Data Tracking Cross Functional Collaboration

Legal Assistant

Harness IP

Jan 2020 - Dec 2023 (3 years 11 months)

Supported two intellectual property attorneys by coordinating calendars, correspondence, and deadline-sensitive administrative workflows. Maintained confidential client and case records with accuracy.

Legal Administration Calendar Management Confidentiality Document Management Communication Skills

Lead Field Manager

Grassroots Campaigns

Oct 2018 - Jan 2020 (1 year 3 months)

Researched nonprofit clients' policies and campaigns, translating complex information into donor conversations. Trained and supervised field staff while exceeding fundraising goals.

Fundraising Team Leadership Training Communication Skills Public Engagement

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Johns Hopkins University

Master of Arts, Nonprofit and Corporate Communication

Grade: 3.7

Activities and societies: Coursework: Public Affairs Communication, Persuasion, Foundations of Digital Media, and Changing Behavior through Communication

Master of Arts in Nonprofit and Corporate Communication from Johns Hopkins University, Krieger School of Arts & Sciences, completed in 2022.