Vanity Harris

Experience

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  Mikva Challenge

  Nov 2012 - Mar 2015

  Election Judge

  Cooperated with 5 other judges to set up equipment to prepare for upcoming election Responded to any complaints from voters and relayed emergencies to clergy Assisted in helping handicap citizens vote

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  Live Nation Entertainment

  Jun 2014 - Aug 2016

  Box Office

  • Trained over 30 employees by teaching them how to operate the system used to sell the tickets for important events• Gathered and organized pre-ordered tickets for over 500 people, which allowed for a fast and smooth working environment• Supervised over 30 new employees to make sure customer transactions were processed correctly

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  University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

  Aug 2015 - Nov 2016

  Front Desk Clerk

  • Updated over 1,500 student files, packages, and equipment, which served as the main communication for managers and other employees• Restructured the system by revising important mail and packages for over 1,500 students• Communicated with residents and ensured that their necessities were taken care of daily

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  Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. - Official

  Nov 2016 - now

  Member

  Head of Public Relations for Nu Delta Chapter at The University of Illinois 2016-2018Phylactery for Nu Delta Chapter at The University of Illinois 2016-2018Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Inc. purpose is to foster the ideals of service, charity, scholarship, civic and cultural endeavors, sisterhood, and Finer Womanhood

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  Joe Sosnowski

  Jun 2017 - Aug 2017

  Legislative Intern

  Researched issues and draft billsWorked in the community with local businessesTook part in the representative’s advisory groupsDid constituent services – such as correspondences, casework, and surveysParticipated in events on behalf of the representative

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  Office of State Representative Carol Ammons

  Sept 2017 - May 2018

  Campaign Intern

  • Determined fundraising opportunities• Monitored campaign expenses and budget• Facilitated campaign efforts online through consistent online presence for websites and social medias

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  WBGL

  Jan 2018 - May 2018

  Promotions Intern

  • Assisted with Event Promotions and marketing including the 2018 Illinois Marathon• Managing logistical planning and execution of community engagement efforts • Efficiently tracked all communications, actions, events, engagement and participation of community stakeholders

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  ALDI USA

  Jun 2018 - Apr 2019

  District Manager

  Managed and operated ten different Aldi locations assuming both store manager roles and district manager roles.Set budget for each store to operate at maximum efficiency and to achieve maximum sales.Responsible for outlining a comprehensive recruiting and training program for store managers to follow.Analyzed business operations weekly in order to pinpoint areas where we could cut cost and expenses.Locate and hire independent contractors to execute stores outsourcing needs. Interviewed, hired, coached, and trained candidates and employees; Handled all employee concerns and Human Resource needs.Monitored store conditions and delegated tasks in order to keep the stores operating in top standard. Prioritized store performance issues to make certain that the issues directly affecting profitability are addressed first.Immediately addressed any lapses in compliance with corporate policies, local, state and federal laws.Managed all aspects of operations including staffing, team development, merchandising, loss prevention and payroll control for four-store districts; Provided weekly/monthly/quarterly sales analysis.Conducted weekly conference calls/monthly Manager's meeting; discussed sales/marketing strategies, and performance reviews for each location.Managed 10 retail locations: 4,000 - 6,000 sq. ft. with per store revenue of $10-$14 million in annual sales.Implemented new programs to stores initiated by the company due to rapid growth. Show less

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  Entercom

  Jun 2019 - Mar 2020

  Promotions Coordinator

  -Assisted the Promotions Directors and Coordinators in planning, developing, and execution of station and client promotions.-Acting as station representative on-site at events - this includes event organizers and station listeners.-Executed the requirements of on-site promotions including station and sales events with a strong street level presence, activities, and giveaways.-Maintained and tracked all in-house prizing.-Maintained the appearance and working order for remote vehicles, broadcast, and promotional equipment.-Assisted with planning of annual concerts conducted: B96 Pepsi Summer Bash 2019 and Jingle Bash 2019. Show less

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  ATN Event Staffing

  Jun 2019 - Jun 2022

  Event Staff

  Nickelodeon SlimmestVarious 5Ks

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  Tmobile Phone Zone

  Jul 2019 - Jun 2022

  Mobile Expert

  •Maintained number one in sales the entire year of 2021 allowing me to be awarded ‘Winners Circle’.•Guided customers through their purchasing experience with thoughtful questions, insightful answers and sharing expertise.•Successfully identified small business leads.•Appointed Apple Master in 2020-end date: Completed trainings and shared knowledge with my teammates who sell Apple products. The increased sales knowledge drives higher accessory attachment rates and boost associate motivation, which in turn leads to greater customer satisfaction.•Appointed Google Master in 2022-end date Show less

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  CUMULUS MEDIA

  Dec 2021 - Jun 2022

  Promotions Assistant

  Execute and lead all station and sales promotional events (ticket drops, appearances, pop-ups, guerilla marketing, concerts, festivals, games, community, live broadcasts, etc.)Create listener and client satisfaction through superior customer service and attention to detailCorrespond with clients, vendors and/or venue organization at concerts and promotional events to ensure that all needs are metAssist in winner correspondence and fulfillment including logging prize winners and distributing prizesAssist in maintenance of station vehicles and make sure they are in safe working orderRepresent multiple radio stations Show less

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  Marcus Theatres

  Jan 2022 - Jun 2022

  Regional Event Coodinator

  Responsible for implementation of sales initiatives and marketing materials designed to increase multiple aspects of the business.Responsible for achieving/exceeding location revenue goals by training, guiding and overseeing field staff to help execute sales driven events for 24 regional theatre locations. Supported the IL, MN, ND, and OH theatre’s.Managed the office of the Regional Account Manager to include Delphi management and customer relations with secured partners.Essential Functions/Job Duties:Theatre Rentals:Database Development and Management of theatre rental database: develop relationships with inquiring guests and businesses, gather, and maintain contact data to generate future theatre rentals;Personally meet the demands and expectations of the groups utilizing the facility through field personnel;Group Sales:Event Execution: Coordinate and lead execution of events by properly communicating with operations team and ensuring groups are ultimately satisfied;F&B Sales:Coordinate Grass Roots community efforts with materials supplied by Corporate Marketing.Direct the planning and execution of F&B level promotions.Integrate marketing efforts with operations team: Interface daily with the operations team to clearly communicate marketing goals and support the team in best exceeding guest expectations.Participate in training related to marketing initiatives.Serve as a seamless conduit of information between operations, marketing and the guest.Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations.Protects organization's value by keeping information confidential.Perform other duties as assigned by the Regional Account Manager while coordinating with the AVP of Sales, Chief Marketing Officer, District Director (s) and identified marketing & sales team members. Show less

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  United Center

  Jun 2022 - now

  First Year• Schedule all non-ticketed events, construction projects, walk-throughs, practices, etc. on Arena calendar. Work closely with the VP of Booking, Director of Events, and the team representatives to ensure the calendar is up-to-date and accurate• Compile and distribute monthly schedules, weekly production notes, broadcast truck schedule and other various documents as needed• Maintain and update department files, certificates, manuals, and related documents• Provide administrative assistance to the Events Department by scheduling weekly production meetings, be the contact for team practices and locker room needs, process invoices, update attendance reports, submit notification for all event fire permits and other permitting, other duties as assigned• Assist with NBA and NHL game coverage, as needed for both Event Managers and Guest Relations.• Be the main contact for TMA's and the City of Chicago• Assist Event Managers on events as needed• Other duties as assigned Second year• Primary Contact for Venue Ops/Manager of Calendar• Broadcast Truck Contact and Schedule• Maintain the Production Meeting Schedule• Contact for Team Practices shootaround, hockey transfers and on ice skates.• Main POC for Parking Lot Rentals | Uber Lot• NBA or NHL Game Coverage and Support• Work with Promoter on shows and special events• Maintain Tech Pack Show less

  • Event Operations Manager

    Jul 2024 - now

  • Event Operations Coordinator

    Jun 2022 - Jul 2024
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  WISE Chicago (Women in Sports & Events - Chicago Chapter)

  Jan 2023 - Jan 2024

  Committee Member