Eric Jordan

Experience

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  True Cuisine Catering

  Jan 2011 - Dec 2013

  Catering Coordinator

  As a Catering Coordinator, I was responsible for ensuring that the guest experience at all company events was flawless. I managed all pre-event activities including the coordination of catering teams and acquisition of equipment and products. I also oversaw all on-site activities including directing event staff, troubleshooting problems that arose, and communicating directly with customers. Notable Achievements: • A challenging yet rewarding experience was my management of the Chase Corporate Challenge fundraising event in Chicago. Here I designed and implemented a catering plan which served over 4,500 event participants. • I was also able to benefit the company significantly by streamlining event preparation practices, which improved customer service and efficiency. Show less

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  CROSSMARK

  Mar 2014 - Nov 2016

  Event Marketing Specialist

  In this role, I manage client relations and the creation of engaging promotional trade exhibit displays from start to finish. I drive sales by providing customized marketing strategies to potential customers and coordinating the design and production of visual advertising components. By keeping abreast of marketing data and industry trends, as well as incorporating my background in multimedia design, I am able to provide clients with budget friendly results that meet their specifications. My goal is to forge longstanding client relationships by providing excellent customer service. Notable Achievement:• I was able to improve my event team's efficiency by over 15%, resulting in a reduced staff presence which saved the company approximately $1080.00 per week in payroll expenditures. Show less

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  HST Materials, Inc.

  May 2015 - Aug 2015

  Audio Engineer

  After being provided with an objective to minimize noise pollution in audio production environments, I exceeded performance goals by applying cutting edge acoustic engineering practices and creating an effective sound enclosure. Through collaboration with a dedicated team, we were able to effectively design, test, and produce various products that surpassed industrial standards.Notable Achievements: • I was entrusted to design a successful protective sound enclosure for a machine valued at nearly $1 million. • I was awarded The Elk Grove Village Business Excellence Award for Innovation. Show less

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  Executive Strategies LTD

  Nov 2016 - Jan 2018

  Project Coordinator

  I was hired into this role due to the firm’s need for an effective Project Coordinator with relevant information technology (IT) experience. While overseeing financial and tax preparation services for hundreds of accounts, I also leveraged my knowledge of information systems design and support to provide cost-effective, user-friendly solutions that optimized work environments and productivity. Notable Achievements: • I managed approximately 900 accounts totaling $1.1M in revenue. • After a merger with H&R Block, I spearheaded technology integration which including a web based Point of Sale (POS) System. Show less

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  Industrial Cork Company Inc

  Jan 2018 - Apr 2019

  Project Estimator
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  Mccloud Aquatics

  Feb 2019 - Oct 2021

  Lake Management Specialist at Mccloud Aquatics

  Pond and lake management, aerator/diffuser installations.