Lauren Wheatley

Experience

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  Hideaway Cove

  Jun 2011 - Sept 2011

  Office Assistant

  Worked as an office assistant for vacation properties. Responsibilities included:• Manage beach vacation rentals.• Work with programs such as Microsoft Excel and Quickbooks• Complete inventory in rental units• Help with customer billing• Take reservations from customers• Provide quality customer service

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  Seattle University

  Sept 2012 - May 2015

  Responsibilities included:• Consulting with clients about event needs and preferences• Coordinating with other University departments such as IT and Catering• Creating room diagrams using Room Viewer to lay out event set-ups• Using EMS program for scheduling purposes• Create work orders/inventory • Liaison between Communication Department students, and faculty and staff • Communicated student ideas, concerns or questions to the Communications Department faculty• Engaged in monthly meetings with the Communication Department and the Student Executive Council• As part of the Newsletter and SEC Awareness Committee I helped facilitate creating a quarterly newsletter to distribute to the department - Advised and assisted clients in reserving rooms for on-campus events- Acquired banqueting permits for various events- Spoke with clients regarding their needs, wants, and concerns about their upcoming event- Made recommendations for venues and event details

  • Event Coordinator

    Sept 2013 - May 2015

  • Communication Department Representative/Newsletter and SEC Awareness Committee

    Sept 2013 - Sept 2014

  • Front Desk Coordinator

    Sept 2012 - Sept 2013
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  Allied Global Marketing

  Jun 2014 - Aug 2014

  Publicity and Promotions Intern

  Responsibilities included:• Assist six Account Executives in the day-to-day operations of a busy fast paced public relations department• Scan newspapers for articles pertaining to movies as feature stories, reviews, column items, etc.• Maintaining promotions storage area• Develop contacts with local retailers, college outlets and promotional partners to create awareness of upcoming film releases• Work promotional events, exit surveys at area theaters on weekends, and covering new preview screenings Show less

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  SCOPE Health

  Jan 2015 - Jun 2015

  Communications Intern

  • Assisted in updating and maintaining SCOPE Health's social media presence, including daily monitoring, posting, scheduling and reporting Facebook updates• Draft, distribute and pitch news releases, media alerts and other stories• Manage editorial and event calendars• Design graphics and other marketing material• Create comprehensive database of targeted businesses and communityorganizations• Collaborate with staff on new ideas, directions, and tools for marketing andcommunications Show less

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  The San Luis Obispo Tribune

  Feb 2016 - Apr 2017

  Advertising Assistant

  • Supported the job functions and administration of the advertising department• Served as a conduit for internal communications between departments and performed day-to-day tasks that ensure the smooth operations of the agency. • Monitored documents, plans, and campaigns • Support sales team to ensure timely, creative, and quality advertising

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  J. Carroll Screen Printing & Embroidery

  Apr 2017 - Aug 2019

  Graphic Designer

  • Create visually appealing graphics for custom apparel based on brand guidelines• Meet with clients to determine the budget and scope of a project • Develop work order and quote for various budgets• Collaborate with department managers to oversee project completion• Strong time-management skills, project management, and the ability to multi-task daily• Ensure all graphics are high-quality, visually consistent, and optimized for various platforms• Stay updated on industry trends and incorporate fresh ideas into our designs Show less

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  Etna Interactive

  Sept 2019 - Jun 2021

  Project Manager

  • Management of web design projects to ensure that they are delivered on time and within budget• Reviewed proposals for key components to understand project goals, scope and deliverables• Managed project workflow from sales transfer to site go-live• Coordinated project milestone meetings, prepared for calls, and organized materials in advance• Identified resources needed, delegated responsibilities and communicated instructions internally• Proactively communicated status updates to Account Executive and internal teams to keep them apprised of project progress Show less

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  Hathway: Now Bounteous

  Jun 2021 - now

  • Plan and execute app and web software development projects, ensuring adherence to budget, timeline, and scope across multiple clients• Facilitate Scrum events using Agile methodology, including daily stand-ups, sprint planning, sprint reviews, and retrospectives, fostering collaboration and transparency• Lead global delivery team across various timezones including India, Mexico, Canada, and US while maintaining collaboration and velocity• Define project objectives, requirements, and deliverables, ensuring alignment with stakeholder expectations• Coordinate with cross-functional project teams to facilitate seamless project execution, including resource allocation and task assignment• Monitor and report on project progress, risks, and issues, and assist in implementing necessary adjustments to optimize delivery• Develop and maintain project plans, including schedules, budgets, and task lists, ensuring accuracy and adherence to project timelines• Manage project documentation, communications, and stakeholder updates, maintaining clear and organized records• Lead project meetings, reviews, and decision-making processes, contributing to the overall success of project activities• Support in identifying and mitigating project risks and issues, and provide input in developing effective solutions• Foster teamwork, collaboration, and alignment within the project team to drive successful project outcomes• Uphold project management best practices, methodologies, and tools to contribute to efficient and effective project deliveryPartners: Drupal, Olo, Punchh, Radar, MapboxPlatforms/Tools: Asana, Confluence, Google Suite, Jira, Mavenlink, Openair, Smartsheet, Show less

  • Project Manager

    Mar 2022 - now

  • Associate Project Manager

    Jun 2021 - Mar 2022