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Events Work History

Concessions Supervisor | Climate Pledge Arena 

Currently Manage the WaFd Club, an exclusive hospitality space for Seattle Kraken home games; lead team operations to ensure seamless service, premium guest experiences, and high-energy engagement throughout the NHL season and beyond

“Mistress of the Lounge” | Donor Lounge Host, Seattle Repertory Theatre
Created an immersive and welcoming atmosphere for donors and patrons; recognized for charisma, storytelling, and stage presence during live events and galas.

FOH Audience Lead | Empire Strips Back: A Star Wars Burlesque Parody
Directed and lead the usher audience coordination and engagement at a high-energy, theatrical burlesque parody blending comedy, performance, and fandom culture​​. 

  • Lead with a  Light Sabor

  • Enforcement of the Force

  • Known for "bringing organization to the chaos"

 

VIP Program Manager, Bumbershoot, Seattle WA 

Launched and managed inaugural the Gold and Platinum Lounge experiences, designing drink service flow, guest lists, and exclusive bar access.

  • Worked closely with catering and bartending vendors to ensure elevated service for high-level sponsors and partners.

  • Created an atmosphere that was equal parts stylish, welcoming, and on-brand with the festival’s creative flair.

Event  & Station Experience Coordinator | 107.7 THE END

  • Served as on-site lead for live music and pop-up events.

  • Trained street teams to reflect station values, engage authentically, and create memorable guest interactions.

  • Ensured brand alignment across all guest-facing elements, from merch tables to beverage experiences.

Promotional Team Manager, 107.7 The End, KNDD, Entercom  

Manager/Trainer for promotional street team; motivated and encouraged employees; coordinated publicity stunts to leave lasting impressions; merchandised and completed lead collection; supervised and ran promotional events 

Paramount Studios Western WA and OR College Rep, Allied Mktg 

Gained an intricate knowledge in promotions, publicity and marketing through the film industry; On-site coordination for promotional film screenings, stunts and events to target, pitch and recruit an audience; assisted in production at all levels from research to implementation of project  

 

Student Director, Halls Addressing the Needs of a Deserving Society  
Overall management of the community service group; organized, facilitated and ran  all executive and general meetings; Secured and coordinated community service projects for volunteers; represented UW and the community.

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