Michelle H. - "Personal & Admin Asst/PR & Trade Show Exp/Writing & Communication skil - Freelance Consultant, United States"

Responsibilities included: First and only point of contact for company, new business development, locate, plan and provide representation at conventions and trade shows, developed content for website as well as presentations for clients in an effort to gain new business.

Provided a certain type of “magic” beyond comprehension to guests. Performed in various shows and parades, constant guest interaction, provided guest service recovery and maintained the ability to transfer job positions at a moment’s notice. Coordinated and trained new performers.

Responsibilities included support for eight senior executives and twenty project personnel, liaison coordination with the customer and senior management. Drafted new and amended proposals, prepared presentation materials for reviews, meetings, reports and correspondence. Procurement, maintained stock inventory, received and distributed freight packages, payroll, and accounts payable and receivable. Planned and implemented corporate and social events, organized and scheduled meetings and travel for all employees. Ensured security procedures and policies are adhered by visitors, vendors and employees. Implemented organization of all office files, Meridian phone system, and numerous other secretarial obligations.

Successful representation of clients’ product line at international trade shows throughout the southeast, new business development, set-up and arrangement as well as participated in trade shows and maintained inventory. Hired, trained and supervised models for all aspects of shows and photographic work.

Oversight of dance instruction of the college’s internationally known performing group, Music Express, requiring training and supervision of more than thirty singers and dancers. Responsible for establishing all rehearsal schedules and live productions. Collaborated with the college as well as with businesses, conferences and social gatherings both local and nationally to execute highly successful and enjoyable productions.