ESTHER GALARZA E VENT PLANNER/ COORDINATOR / DESIGNER 202.570.1438
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ABOUT ME
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Detailed and creative event planner with 6+ years of experience planning, organizing, and executing events in both private and nonprofit sector. I demonstrate great attention to detail, apply my organizational strengths and cost-cutting strategies to deliver events that exceed client expectations. I am also bilingual, fluent in the Spanish language.
MY SKILLS
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NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS: LOVE IS A VERB COLLECTIVE 2014-2015/2017 CLOTHE YOUR NEIGHBOR AS YOURSELF, CYNY 2015 THE 61 EXCHANGE 2016-2019 2017/2018 THE CRESCENDO
EXTENSIVE SUPERVISORY EXPERIENCE/TRAINING DETAIL ORIENTATION · ORGANIZATIONAL SKILLS EXCELLENT COMMUNICATION SKILLS
FOUNDATION 2018/2019 IF GATHERING CONFERENCE -
PROBLEM SOLVING · MULTITASKING · ADAPTABILITY
LOCAL 2015/2017/2019
LANGUAGES
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PRIVATE CLIENTS 2015-2019
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SPANISH
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Consulted with director and team members regarding event strategies and goals. Lead and coordinated the efforts of cross-functional teams to prepare for events. Developed event schedules and assignments to delegate activities and cover all aspects. Worked alongside AV, production teams, vendors, suppliers, and in-house teams. Managed aspects of events to include registration, merchandise, marketing, catering, etc. Alongside director, planned and designed event advertising, graphics, and communications. Supported all social media support to promote events. Sourced material for new events with budget and design specifications in mind. Provided full on-site support and quality control. Kept simultaneous projects on schedule.
PROJECT MANAGEMENT · BUDGET MANAGEMENT DESIGN SOLUTIONS · STRONG CREATIVE ABILITY
91 Friendly Rd Cranston, RI 02910
WORK EXPERIENCES
APARTMENT LIFE EXTENSIVE CUSTOMER / VENDOR RELATIONS
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SOFTWARE
Conducted preliminary meetings with clients to discover the requirements, brand, and vision for each event. Planned and managed multiple facets of the event to include scheduling, logistics, budgeting, and execution. Prepared, managed, and reconciled event budgets. Maintained and fostered relationships with a wide-variety of vendors and suppliers. Sourced material for new events with budget and design specifications in mind. Worked alongside AV, production teams, vendors, suppliers, and in-house teams. Provided full on-site support and quality control.
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ESTHER GALARZA EVENT PLANNER/ COORDINATOR / DESIGNER 202.570.1438
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EDUCATION
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B.S. DEGREE¡ INTERIOR DESIGN
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WORK EXPERIENCES INTERIOR DE S IGNER RI (2007 - 2010)
New England Institute of Technology
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Architectura Inc. DESIGN: Responsible for space planning, material
(2005 - 2009)
specification, FF & E, and schedules for
Courses including f inishes and materials,
construction documents. Prepared renderings,
textiles, history, estimating and scheduling,
design boards, and presentation layouts. Liaison
contracts and specifications, construction
between executives, contractors, consultants,
law, acoustics and lighting, AutoCAD training,
vendors. Responsible for maintaining materials
and interior construction documentation.
Savannah College of Art & Design (SCAD)
library with current trend.
M.F.A. STUDIES¡ INTERIOR DESIGN
ASSOCIATE DESIGNER Architectural Showroom - GA Developed 3D visualization designs for kitchen CONSULTANT
(2010 - 2012)
(2010 - 2012)
and bath designs .. Involved in projects from initial
Graduate studies focused on theory of design,
concept to installation. Responsible for product
environmental psychology, research methods,
specification and FF & E. Liaison between
design visualization, and informed design
contractors, clients, and vendors. Generated
application. Thesis pending.
proposals, cost estimates, and purchase orders. Scheduled time lines, deliveries, and
INTERNSHIP
supervised installations as well as accepted and
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INTERIOR DESIGN INTERN (2011) Scripps Network Interactive - HGTV
inspected deliveries. DESIGN MANAGER
Shaw Industries - SHG + SCG - GA
MIDWEST REGION
Lead the design team that supported the
(2013 - 2014)
hospitality & commercial segment. Developed and executed procedures that assure the team
Developed seasonal designs to go live on
exceeded customer expectations as it relates to the
HGTV programming and HGTV.com.
hospitality, retail, commercial, and healthcare
Designed proposals for hospitality booths for
market segment.
SN l's trade shows. Also designed and presented creative ideas to various levels of employees across the company, including senior management. Under the mentorship
DESIGN MANAGER INTERNATIONAL
Shaw Industries - Shaw Hospitality Group - GA
(2015)
inspiration and leadership. Ensured the team met
Assisted the regional design team with design
of Vern Yip, designed, developed, and built an
the customer requirements of design quality and
interactive vignette on trending materials for
production tum time. Interface between
interiors.
manufacturing, sales, and external customers .
REFERENCES Available Upon Requests
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IN-MARKET DES IGNER Shaw Industries - Shaw Hospitality - GA LATIN AMERICA Lead the design and manage the projects from (2015-2018) concept to product development. I influence the decision makers which include a variety of disciplines, owners, project managers, installers, etc. I educate and guide them in the design and product selection process to maintain the brand standards required by each hotel brand.
ESTHER GALARZA EVENT PLANNER/ COORDINATOR / DESIGNER 202.570.1438
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EVENT TYPES
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FUNDRAISING · CHARITY EVENTS · GALAS
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TEAM BUILDING RETREATS · CONFERENCES
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EVENTS LIST Non Profit Organizations (NPO)
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT · MEETINGS
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WEDDINGS · THEME EVENTS · A NNIVERSARY
Safehouse Outreach 2014-2015, 2017
TRADESHOW · BOOK LAUNCH
Clarkston Refugee Community 2017
· BOOK TOUR
CYNY - Clothe Your Neighbor as Yourself
EVENTS LIST
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5th Anniversary Celebration 2014 The 61 Exchange: Founding Member Tallahassee Conference 2016
Private Sector Personal Clients :
Atlanta Conference 2017
1920’s Party 2015
Cairo Conference 2017
Country Wedding 2016
Atlanta Conference 2018
Baby Showers 2016-2018
Tallahassee Conference 2018
Bridal Shower 2017
Team Building Retreat 2018
Destination Wedding 2017
Monthly Meet-ups 2018-2019
20th Church Anniversary 2019 Exquisite Events : 2019
Apartment Life Atlanta Gala 2017
Weddings
Austin Gala 2018 (Graphics)
Gala
Dallas Gala 2018
Corporate Events
San Diego Fundraising -NAA 2018
Holiday Parties
Trade Show/Boat Tours 2018
Themed Events
Trade Show Graphics 2017 The Crescendo Foundation LA Foundation Launch 2018 Nashville Book Launch 2019 Thomasville Book Tour 2019 IF Gathering Conference Local Chapter: 2015, 2017, 2019 Passion Conference 2014-2019 (6k - 10k+) Team Member: Touch Team 2014 Community Group Team 2015 Media Team 2016 Logistics Team 2017 Environments 2018/2019 Special Guests Team 2019
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RE: Event Planner/Designer Dear Human Resources Personnel, I have 6+ years of experience successfully organizing, planning, and executing a variety of event types from private clients to an array of events for non-profit organizations, ranging from 10 to 200 attendees. As an interior designer by trade, my experience is interdisciplinary. I stumbled upon the world of event planning as a passion project. I began planning and executing small events for local
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non-profits in the Atlanta area alongside my church community. Initially I was responsible for the environments experience. Nonetheless, it did not take long for me to realize how valuable my skill set was in the realm of events. I began to use my understanding of end user, branding, marketing,
Esther Galarza 91 Friendly Rd Cranston, RI 02910, USA
hospitality, and design to develop heartfelt environments and graphics that expressed the vision and mission behind each event. My passion collided with my vocation. My responsibilities and experience quickly grew as I have the ability to transform client visions into crowd-pleasing events that consistently exceed client expectation. I am a firm believer of not sacrificing design, impact, and quality due to a limited budget. I have been sought out to assist in the planning, management, and execution of multi-day conferences, meetings, retreats, luncheons, product launch parties, fundraising, and charity events for non-profit organizations. I have a very strong work ethic and I understand the value of a professional environment. I take pride in finding solutions in the impossible and I thrive in a fast-paced environment. I enjoy working in a collaborative, creative environment. Those who know me well know that I am not afraid to work long hours to meet last minute changes and unreasonable deadlines. I am extremely dedicated to my work, as I am as passionate as they come. I feel the need to give my all to make sure we achieve the best possible outcome for every project. Give me a chance to show you someone who likes to work with a spirit of excellence. I am overly excited about this opportunity and am available to discuss the strengths and experience I can bring to your company at a scheduled time that is convenient to both parties. You can contact me via phone or e-mail. Thank you in advance for your consideration and I look forward to hearing from you. Sincerely,
Esther Galarza