Melissa McVay

Experience

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  Simply Flowers

  Feb 2007 - now

  Floral Designer & Owner

  Responsible for all details of contract floral event business. Negotiate with floral wholesalers and recruit contract employees. Continually seek out new resources, ideas, connections, and networks.

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  Chateau Retirement Communities

  Apr 2009 - Aug 2011

  Concierge Manager & Activity Director
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  Worldwide Travel

  Sept 2011 - Jul 2012

  Trip Coordinator and Volunteer

  Planned and budgeted an around the world ten month trip. Volunteered in multiple countries teaching English, working on farms, and planning fundraising events for non-profit organizations.

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  Russell Lowell Catering

  Sept 2012 - Nov 2014

  Event Server

  Assist catering event planners and culinary team to ensure quality events. Participate with staff in décor and vendor management, culinary preparation, logistical support and event execution.

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  Seattle Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce

  Oct 2012 - Feb 2013

  Event & Program Intern
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  Woodland Park Zoo

  Nov 2012 - Jan 2013

  Event Production Assistant- WildLights Contract Position
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  SH Worldwide, LLC.

  Jun 2013 - Nov 2013

  Registration Coordinator (Contract Position)
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  Mary O'Connor and Co.

  Nov 2013 - Apr 2016

  Project & Registration Coordinator
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  University of Washington

  Dec 2014 - Oct 2017

  Conference & Event Coordinator
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  Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation

  Oct 2017 - now

  Water, Sanitation & Hygiene Team

  • Program Coordinator

    Apr 2022 - now

  • Program Assistant

    Nov 2018 - Apr 2022

  • Program Assistant (Volt)

    Oct 2017 - Nov 2018