Briar Wagner-Hiliau
Meadowbank,Auckland
Summary
Experienced and dedicated event management professional with a proven track record of successfully organizing and executing small to large scale corporate and private events. Adept in all aspects of event planning, including establishing strong stakeholder relationships and providing effective leadership. Thriving in a collaborative team environment, committed to going above and beyond to ensure client satisfaction and deliver exceptional event experiences.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Event Manager
Generator NZ
07.2023 - Current
- Managing budgets and P&Ls, ensuring cost-effective event execution.
- Facility management and communications - managing 2 site locations.
- Established relationships with key stakeholders, fostering long-term client partnerships for repeat business.
- Overseeing staff schedules and managing daily onsite event/hospitality staff for effective event operations.
- Ordering stock, managing stock levels, and monthly stock reports.
Event Coordinator
Generator NZ
02.2023 - 07.2023
- Answering online enquiries and engaged with event clients via email and in person.
- Enhancing attendee experience by meticulously planning and executing event logistics.
- Planning, set-up, delivery, and pack-down of small to large scale events.
- Adapting quickly when faced with unexpected challenges or changes in plans, maintaining composure while finding effective solutions.
- Event coordination across multiple events and event sites simultaneously.
Events Intern
Urban Gourmet
07.2022 - 01.2023
- This role was an internship required for my bachelor's degree.
- Developed insight into the operations and skills required to deliver successful beverage and catering service from small to large scale events.
- Supported events execution and venue set up and tear down.
- Assisted in sales, staff scheduling, event coordination, and operation management departments.
Filing Administrator & Medical Secretary
St Marks Breast Centre
10.2019 - 07.2022
- Preparing patient files and assist in general administrative tasks to support the admin team.
- Organised patient schedules. check-in, check-out, payments for billing, and insurance claims.
- Coordinated specialist referrals and responded to online enquiries.
- Provided compassionate customer service, creating a welcoming atmosphere for patients and their families.
- Achievements: Promotion to Medical Secretary in 2021.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Event Management
Auckland University of Technology
01.2022
Skills
- Stakeholder relationships
- Consistent Punctuality
- Flexible Problem Solver
- Schedule management
- Welcoming Attitude
- Diligent Worker
Timeline
Event Manager
Generator NZ
07.2023 - Current
Event Coordinator
Generator NZ
02.2023 - 07.2023
Events Intern
Urban Gourmet
07.2022 - 01.2023
Filing Administrator & Medical Secretary
St Marks Breast Centre
10.2019 - 07.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Event Management
Auckland University of Technology
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