Amy Lynn Dropp

Experience

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  Choate Eye Associates

  Sept 1999 - Jul 2007

  Lab and Optical Dispensary Manager

  Subsequent to achieving the highest level of success as an optician, utilized event planning, sales, project management, and leadership skills to plan, execute, and participate in optometric field continuing education events and conventions at the local, state, and national levels.

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  The Standard at The Smith House

  Jul 2007 - Jun 2008

  Public Relations Officer / Event Coordinator

  • Utilizing both networking and sales skills, achieved the highest level of monthly event bookings to date for the company, resulting in revenues greatly surpassing expectations.• Performed sales, planning, and payment collection of events for clients and the company; including corporate meetings, music showcases for a major record label, wedding ceremonies and receptions, private parties, charity fundraisers, and community events. • Co-created marketing strategy and implementation of marketing plan including sales calls, newsletters, press releases, fliers, brochures, and signage, utilizing software tools including Constant Contact.• Performed Executive Assistant duties, including schedule management, client database management, and performing correspondence.• Communicated with vendors both in the Event Industry and in Nashville Metro Government, establishing the company as a leader in the community. Show less

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  Frist Center for the Visual Arts

  Jun 2008 - May 2009

  Special Events Manager

  • Facilitated and participated in all aspects of the execution of event logistics, while representing the organization, building strong client and community ties, and creating elevated visibility for the company.• Conducted client consultation, including space planning, inventory, logistics planning, and receiving payments.• Supervised external vendor load in and out procedures, audio visual setup and sound checks, event space set up and tear down, and event space cleaning re-set procedures.• Booked and supervised security personnel, rental companies, entertainers, transportation companies, audio visual personnel, and other personnel as event required.• Maintained updates for multiple software databases; prepared electronic event diagrams based on event needs to ensure interdepartmental communication of set up and execution.• Saved the company from incurring external software support fees by discerning a newly acquired software product and conducting training sessions for team members including supervisors.• Additional accomplishments for Frist Friday concert series including; • Booked artists for the Frist Fridays season with a mix of diversity and artist popularity. • Performed as primary contact with entertainment management companies concerning contract negotiations, guest lists, and artist requirements and requests.• Served as primary contact with band manager concerning technical and hospitality riders, travel arrangements, and various additional needs.• Advised in-house Catering Manager in production logistics and catering for each event.• Coordinated with internal departments to implement planning for security needs, volunteers and other staffing as needed. Show less

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  NASBA

  Aug 2009 - Sept 2011

  • Provide administrative support to Chief Relationship Officer, Alfonzo Alexander, and other members of the Office of Relationship Development.• Coordinate travel and meeting arrangements.• Generate written communications. • Handle inbound and outbound communication.• Manage calendar and scheduling.• Make and monitor travel reservations.• Assist with the preparation of presentations.• Assist with special projects such as; wesite administrator and internal newsletter creation. Show less

  • Executive Assistant, Office of Relationship Development

    Aug 2010 - Sept 2011

  • Credential Evaluator

    Feb 2010 - Aug 2010

  • Application Processing Coordinator

    Aug 2009 - Feb 2010
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  NASBA Center for the Public Trust

  Sept 2011 - Mar 2014

  Manager of Programs

  • Develop strategy and cultivate prospective chapters for growth of Student Center for the Public Trust.• Serve as a spokesperson and liaison to chapter advisors, student council members and chapter members on each campus for the SCPT. • Manage logistical details including room set-up, audio visual, transportation, housing, and food and beverage for conferences and events are planned and executed effectively. • Promote the Being a Difference Award nominations throughout the United States• Manage the oversight and maintenance of the CPT and Student CPT websites and social media tools.• Participate in the strategic planning process for communication and marketing efforts to ensure continual improvement, appropriate branding and make recommendations for future CPT campaigns. • Serve as CPT and Student CPT lead to the communications and marketing departments for developing, coordinating and implementing communication and marketing plans. • Constructively edit and proofread the writing of communication and marketing documents.• Maintain an awareness of ethics activities related to the activities of the CPT—student initiatives, awards and conferences.• Assist in the development, marketing and the day-to-day operations of the Ethics Network. Show less

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  Playlist Properties

  Mar 2014 - Jul 2022

  President

  Oversee daily operations of Vacation Rental Management Firm, including; client services, guest services, staffing, marketing, budgeting and market rates research.

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  Lofts of Nashville, Inc

  Jul 2015 - now

  Owner & President