Daphne Shipka

Experience

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  Dante’s Bistro, World Pub & Sky Lounge

  Aug 2001 - Nov 2008

  Marketing, Sales and Special Events Manager

  Joined as the Bistro manager and quickly grew into the role of Night Club Manager leading a team of 60 people. Rose to the position of Manager Sales & Marketing, overseeing venue operations (1500 person capacity), internal and external special events, seasonal promotions, corporate events, venue buy-outs, off-site catering and trade shows.

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  Alberta Events

  Jan 2008 - Jan 2012

  Show Manager - Health & Wellness Show

  Responsible for operations, marketing, sponsorship and revenue growth.

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  CJNW - HOT 107.1 FM

  Sept 2009 - Jul 2011

  Advertising Consultant

  Responsible for proactively identifying leads and penetrating new accounts. Secured top 5 highest billing local accounts and grew the revenue by 34%.

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  John Cameron Entertainment

  Aug 2011 - Aug 2012

  Marketing & Special Projects

  Managed Front of House operations for the Edmonton Singing Christmas Tree

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  Keller Construction Ltd.

  Aug 2011 - Aug 2012

  Director, Marketing & Special Projects

  Responsible for leading the marketing efforts and integration of company merger.

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  Wild TV

  Jan 2013 - Jan 2014

  Show Manager

  Hired to manage the first ever outdoor expo in Stony Plain. Responsible for project management of show logistics, including securing of licenses, permits, approvals, venue contracts, rentals and building out segmented timelines and sponsorships.

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  Central Social Hall

  Oct 2014 - Mar 2020

  Business Development Manager

  Responsible for managing and retaining relationships with new and existing clients and organizations. Negotiating with stakeholders, sourcing and developing new markets and improving sales growth. Planning and overseeing large scale and signature special events.

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  Junior Chamber International Edmonton

  Jan 2015 - Jan 2016

  Director at Large

  JCI brings like-minded, young professionals together in order to make themselves and the community better. JCI Edmonton is the premiere personal and professional development organization for young leaders in our great city. Through our monthly training and networking socials, community initiatives, business seminars, and national and international conferences, JCI Edmonton is constantly working to provide our members with the right stepping stones and opportunities to create positive change in their individual lives and in the City of Edmonton Show less

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  Daphne Shipka Coaching

  Jan 2019 - Jan 2022

  Transition Support Coach

  Counselling individuals and families to process their emotions as they deal with the transition of a loved one.

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  Ruth's Chris Steak House

  Sept 2021 - Jun 2022

  Private Dining & Event Manager
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  United Way of the Alberta Capital Region

  Jun 2022 - Mar 2024

  Relationship Lead, Partnership Development
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  NWT Safety Supplies Ltd.

  Apr 2024 - Jun 2024

  Director of Business Development
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  NWT Promotions

  Apr 2024 - Jun 2024

  Director of Business Development
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  White Bear Work Wear

  Apr 2024 - Jun 2024

  Director of Business Development
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  United Way of the Alberta Capital Region

  Jun 2024 - now

  Relationship Manager, Partnership Development