Madison Arguello

Experience

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  Fishtales and Pigtales on Lake Lanier

  Jan 2014 - Jan 2016

  General Manager

  Developed, implemented and managed business plans to promote profitable food and beverage sales increasing sales by 10%.Assisted in opening, design, hiring and execution of second restaurant locationPromoted positive atmosphere and went above and beyond to guarantee each customer received exceptional food and service.Effectively managed payroll and timekeeping, including completion of proper paperwork for new hires and terminations.Delivered in-depth training to over 60 workers in food preparation and customer-facing roles to promote strong team performance.Conducted health, safety and sanitation process evaluations to identify and remedy any violations immediately.Carefully interviewed, selected, trained and supervised staff. Show less

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  Lake Lanier Catering and Events

  Jan 2016 - Aug 2019

  Sales and Event Manager

  Sold, Planned, and executed corporate events consisting of 1,500+ peopleSold, Planned, and executed private events, fundraisers and weddings from start to finishPlanned and implemented marketing and advertising strategies via Social Media ManagementSupervised, trained and developed team members in accordance with company policies and proceduresFulfilled contractual obligations, including communications, vendor coordination, schedule creation, budget administration and rehearsal and day of event coordination Show less

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  FedEx Services

  Aug 2019 - Sept 2021

  Worldwide Sales Manager Analyst and Events Manager

  Worked directly with senior management and personally took on Ticketing Manager role to plan and execute over 20 events yearlyPoint of Contact and Event Manager for events such as, Team Meetings, Christmas parties, Mercedes Benz Stadium Events and Non-profit events and Corporate meetingsAssisted sales team with prospecting and closing customer and managing customer issues.Monitored customer buying trends, market conditions and competitor actions to adjust strategies and achieve sales goals.Managed administrative logistics of events planning, including contract signing, fee collection, event booking and event promotions.Organized promotional events and interacted with community to increase sales volume. Show less

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  Ozaki LLC

  Oct 2021 - Mar 2025

  Event Sales Director

  Event Sales Director of 3 Restaurants, 2 event spaces and an on-site and off-site Catering Divisiondevelop and execute sales strategies to achieve revenue targetsResponsible for all in-bound and out-bound sales aspectsProspect for new business through a focused pipeline, as well as maintain relationships with current clienteleSell, Plan and execute corporate events consisting of 1,500+ peopleSell, Plan, and execute private events, fundraisers and weddings from start to finishPlanned and implemented marketing and advertising strategies via Social Media ManagementSupervised, trained and developed team members in accordance with company policies and proceduresCreating and securing contracts with clientele Fulfill contractual obligations, including communications, vendor coordination, schedule creation, budget administration and rehearsal and day of event coordination Show less

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  FedEx

  Aug 2022 - Mar 2025

  Account Executive
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  Paycom

  Mar 2025 - now

  Strategic Account Manager