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Catherine Dafin

Catherine Dafin

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Manager of Meetings and Events at CVSA

  • Education

    • University of Maryland College Park

      2011 - 2015
      Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) Secondary Education and Teaching GPA 3.4

    • University of Maryland - College of Arts and Humanities

      2011 - 2015
      Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) History GPA 3.4

  • Experience

    • Bath & Body Works

      Oct 2010 - Nov 2014
      Sales Associate

      Regularly checked and stocked inventory and acted as cashier.Determined the needs of customers by speaking with them in personable yet professional manner.Completed customer transactions with speed and efficiency to ensure total customer satisfaction

    • Prince George's County Public Schools

      Oct 2014 - May 2015
      Student Teacher

      Taught honors-level and comprehensive world history under the mentorship of a certified educator.Analyzed and graded student work to compile data and determine students’ level of content comprehension.Developed the organizational skills necessary to execute meaningful lesson plans and promote student participation.

    • Talbot County Public Schools

      Aug 2015 - Jun 2016
      Social Studies Teacher

      Taught four subjects of high school social studies, U.S. History, World History, Economics, and Geography. Developed engaging multimedia lesson plans using Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and other programs.Conducted research to create additional lesson materials using various print sources and online databases. Facilitated dialogue with students around difficult historical content in a positive and open environment. Managed classroom environment while organizing multiple differentiated individual and group activities.Collaborated with fellow instructors, to create cohesive, cross-content lessons. Show less

    • National Trust for Historic Preservation

      Sept 2016 - Apr 2017
      Program Development Intern

      Developed a new program and special event series for the museum to increase audience and earning potential. Created program goals, budget, content, and evaluation criteria with an understanding of the museum’s needs.Assisted the Communications Assistant, the Manager of Special Events, and the Operations Manager with their day to day activities as needed – including event set up, blog posts, social media, proof-reading, and inventory.

    • The Kitchen Collection, LLC

      Oct 2016 - Apr 2017
      Keyholder

      Managed store and associates in a fast-paced retail environment. Performed opening and closing register procedures and received inventory shipments. Mediated and respectfully addressed the concerns of customers to resolve any issues.

    • SNAME

      Apr 2017 - Aug 2017
      Event Coordinator, Contracted

      Provided planning and onsite support for various events, including one 200-person conference.Provided administrative support for mailings, general correspondence, website updates, mobile applications, historical information/reporting, supplies inventory, and events materials.Acted as lead staff for planning and managing the American Towing Tank Conference, including registration, accommodation coordination, special events, venue access control, and transportation.Identified and contracted services and products with vendors such as shipping & supply companies, musicians, transportation companies, copy services, caterers, decorators, event insurance providers, etc. Show less

    • National Gallery of Art

      Oct 2017 - Jan 2018
      Exhibition Aide

      Positivity engaged with visitors of the Vermeer and Masters of Genre Painting exhibition. Monitored visitor lines awaiting entry into the exhibition. Maintained a positive atmosphere with visitors while upholding National Gallery policies. Provided outstanding customer service, addressing visitor inquiries and directing them appropriately.

    • ImmixGroup

      Mar 2018 - Sept 2019
      Marketing Coordinator

      Assisted in the development and management of logistical planning for various events, including registration, accommodations, catering, décor, entertainment, seating, and onsite and offsite event support. Responsible for all logistical needs related to our trade show presence program, including budgeting and invoicing of sponsors. Aided in the execution of two conferences with 400+ attendees, including speaker recruitment and handling. Maintained rental calendar for onsite event space.Oversaw the shipping of tradeshow materials to various event locations. Show less

    • American Frozen Food Institute

      Oct 2019 - Feb 2022
      Manager of Conferences

      Work directly with the Vice President of Events, managing all association-hosted events, including onsite and virtual conferences and webinars.

    • The American Institute of Architects (AIA)

      Mar 2022 - Sept 2022
      Manager, Meetings

    • Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance

      Sept 2022 - now
      Manager Meetings and Events

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Maryland Educator

      Social Studies 7-12
      Jul 2015

  • Volunteer Experience

    • Volunteer Docent

      Issued by Kent Island Heritage Society on Jul 2015
      Kent Island Heritage SocietyAssociated with Catherine Dafin

    • Tutor

      Issued by College and Career Pathways, Inc. on Sept 2012
      College and Career Pathways, Inc.Associated with Catherine Dafin