Renee Sabo Graduating MBA Student seeking work in Event Services

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1 Renee Sabo Graduating MBA Student seeking work in Event Services Summary Currently, I am finishing up my last semester of my MBA program at and in search of a full-time job in the Greater Boston Area to pursue my passion to work within the event industry. For the past 8 months, I have had the pleasure of interning for Alexis Eliopoulos O,Mara, top Master Bridal Consultant and owner of Unique Weddings by Alexis in Boston, MA. During my time at the company, I have worked a number of weddings in a variety of Boston venues and destination weddings located throughout the New England area. In addition, I am obtaining my MBA at, focusing on entrepreneurship. Furthermore, I am the event manager of the Graduate Business Association. I have a previous background working with event coordinating for companies such as Lasting Impression Event Rentals, Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, and Pickerington Chamber of Commerce. My academic and professional experiences have shaped me into a hardworking and creative professional. Please visit my professional website to view my resume and event portfolio. Experience Event Management Intern at Unique Weddings by Alexis May December 2012 (8 months) Event internship working closely with local vendors and clients on weddings. Tasks include maintaining client relations, helping the master consultant during the long term planning process, working the production & set up, ceremony/ reception tear down of weddings, processional/ recessional rehearsal, assisting on client outings with rental vendors, venues tastings, florist appointments, etc. 1 recommendation available upon request Customer Service Representative at Cincinnati Container June August 2011 (3 years 3 months) Gained customer service experience working within a Wholesale Distributor that represents several hundred manufacturers in several different product lines. Main duties were to keep filing system and office organized and accessible. Answer calls, file paperwork, clean office and help with inventory, pertain to customer needs and orders. Inside Sales at Lasting Impressions Event Rentals January July 2011 (7 months) Gained valuable experience with event rental sales, helped customers plan rental details for graduation parties, weddings, festivals, etc. Took rental orders, filed paperwork, developed order quotes for tents and Page1

2 other events, worked with customers in the showroom with table demonstrations and helped design showroom tables. Pennies for Patients Campaign Assistant at The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society September November 2010 (3 months) This was a temporary postion that allowed me to gain experience with campaign coordinating for a non-profit organization. I was a tele-recruiter and campaign coordinating assistant for the Pennies for Patients Campaign and I also helped with Team In Training Campaign and volunteered at the Light the Night Walk in the Fall of Intern of Special Events at Pickerington Chamber of Commerce October June 2010 (9 months) I was the special events intern for 9 months working directly with the President and committee of the Pickerington Chamber of Commerce. Main responsibilities included the coordination of two of their largest events, Annual chamber members banquet and a corporate golf outing. Work included: obtaining sponsors, event planning, budgeting, event marketing and advertising. 1 recommendation available upon request Certifications Certification of Completion of the CBC Wedding Planning Workshop Columbus Bridal Consultants October 2010 Skills & Expertise Microsoft Office HTML Event Sales Fundraising Adobe Creative Suite Web Design CSS Event Planning Social Media Marketing Social Networking Facebook Microsoft Excel PowerPoint Marketing Marketing Communications Event Management Planning Budgeting & Forecasting Special Events Production Special Events Development Page2

3 Special Events Coordination Wedding Planning Wedding Coordinating Project Management Event Rental Sales Budgets Education MBA, Entrepreneurship, Activities and Societies: Event Coordinator/ lead chamber member for the Suffolk Graduate Business Association from Winter 2011 to Spring recommendations available upon request The Ohio State University Communication, Practice and Analysis, Event Coordination, Social Media Marketing, Activities and Societies: OSU PRSSA Member- Gained career preparation advice on communication fields such as public relations, event coordinating and marketing; Wonders of Our World (WOW) OSU Volunteer- Volunteered by conducting science experiments with children in the classrooms of Columbus City Schools; NSA Hall Council-Floor Representative- Planned floor activities and made decisions on money proposals, voted on dorm-related issues, and also handled promoting events. 1 recommendation available upon request Richmond University in Rome Advanced Italian and Ancient Roman History, Courses Advanced Italian and Ancient Roman History Richmond University in Rome Advanced Italian Ancient Roman History Communication, Practice and Analysis, Event Coordination, Social Media Marketing The Ohio State University Communication Practice and Analysis Persuasive Communication Italian Italian 101,102,103,104 Interpersonal Communication Public Speaking Advertising & Society Social Psychology General Psychology Biology Page3

4 Algebra and Trigonometry Intro Practice of Stats Intro to Chemistry MBA, Entrepreneurship Corporate Based Finance MBA 650 Financial and Managerial Accounting MBA 640 Business Startups MGES 800 Writing the Business Plan MGES 826 Strategic Management MBA 800 Green and Sustainable Business MGES 848 Project Management ISOM 861 International Marketing MKIB 817 Operations and Data Analysis MBA 622 Economic Analysis MBA 630 Organizational Behavior MBA 610 Management Consulting MBA 850 Managing in the Global Environment MBA Intern of Special Events Pickerington Chamber of Commerce Communication Internship Languages English Italian (Native or bilingual proficiency) (Limited working proficiency) Interests Event Coordinating and design, Web Design, Traveling, Violin, Snowboarding, Soccer. Page4

5 Renee Sabo Graduating MBA Student seeking work in Event Services 10 people have recommended Renee "I worked closely with Renee during her time with Unique Weddings by Alexis. Renee is highly professional, driven and a true entrepreneur. She would be a true asset to any event firm- Her love for special event management and wedding consulting is irrefutable." Kellie Keefe, Event Management Intern, Unique Weddings by Alexis, worked directly with Renee at Unique Weddings by Alexis "Renee completed with great ease several events for the Pickerington Area Chamber of Commerce. She is highly energetic, conquers anything that comes her way, I cannot say enough about her positive get it done efficiently attitude. Hire this Woman! Helen L. Mayle President of PIckerington Area Chamber of Commerce" Helen Mayle, was Renee's client "Renee's expertise in event planning & effective social media marketing played a central role in building the Graduate Business Association. Specifically, under her planning & marketing of 'International Night", attendance grew tenfold (from 25 to over 250 Suffolk graduate students) & led to an increased awareness of the association on campus." Daniel McPhee, Student, - Sawyer School of Management, studied with Renee at "I have had the privilege of working with Renee in the Graduate Business Association. She is hard-working, dedicated, and very organized. She has been a great teacher to other students in the organization, and has been very resourceful in getting things accomplished. I highly recommend working with her." Benjamin Kramer, Student,, studied with Renee at "I know Renee from her work with the MBA Association. Renee has worked with the association in organizing, promoting and hosting many events. Renee is highly organized and dependable. She is also very friendly, personable and enthusiastic. I highly recommend Renee's skills in event planning and promotion." Sarah Abbott, Student, - Sawyer School of Management, studied with Renee at Suffolk University Page5

6 "I've worked with Renee on numerous occasions at 's Sawyer Business school; she's a diligent, ethical, hard-working individual. My experience working with Renee has been overwhelmingly positive with regard to her academic capabilities, work ethic, and intellectual ability. I highly recommend Renee!" Jonathan Kadis, Student, - Sawyer School of Management, studied with Renee at "It has been a true pleasure working with Renee in the Suffolk MBA program. During our various classes, group projects, and career workshops, she showed great initiative and passion for her work. Furthermore, her consistently bright attitude and strong leadership qualities helped foster a fun and successful environment within our group projects and activities. I have no doubt that she will make great contributions to any organization or team she joins." Stepan Keshishian, Student,, studied with Renee at "I have worked for Suffolk MBA Association with Renee. She works hard and never gives up easily. She also has a good communication skill. It has been a pleasure to have been working with her." Usamon (Kiki) Wangarnuttara, Student, - Sawyer School of Management, studied with Renee at "Renee is a very hard working student. At the end of her first semester, Renee joined the Suffolk MBA Association and assumed the position of Event Coordinator. As the Association has a very limited budget, she diligently meets with many area establishments in order for the Association to get the best value, location and services. In addition, she assists our PR personnel in order to properly prepare promotions and notifications to fellow MBA students. Albert Kopek, P.E., LEED AP MBA Candidate Suffolk MBA Association - President " Albert Kopek, PE, LEED AP, MBA Candidate,, studied with Renee at Suffolk University "Renee and I first met when we lived down the hall from each other in a Sophomore Learning Living Community at Ohio State. She has a great positive attitute and is always looking for ways to get involved. She would make a great addition to any company for her hardwork and determination to see things till the end." Kirstin Barden, Student, The Ohio State University - The Max M. Fisher College of Business, studied with Renee at The Ohio State University Contact Renee on LinkedIn Page6