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Ellen Harrington

Ellen Harrington

Wedding Coordinator and Director

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Assistant Vice President at Van Wagner College

  • Education

    • The University of Georgia

      2005 - 2009
      Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) Marketing 3.5

      Activities and Societies: Chi Omega Sorority The University of Georgia is the state's oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education. Its motto, "to teach, to serve, and to inquire into the nature of things," reflects the University's integral and unique role in the conservation and enhancement of the state's and nation's intellectual, cultural, and environmental heritage.

    • University of Georgia - Terry College of Business

      2005 - 2009
      Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) Marketing 3.5

      Activities and Societies: Chi Omega Sorority As the first business school in the South, the Terry College of Business is steeped in a tradition of providing cutting-edge business education to its students. Our challenging curriculum, exceptional faculty, and close-knit alumni network ensure that Terry students are prepared to become the next generation of leaders.

  • Experience

    • Ellen Harrington Weddings

      Apr 2005 - Mar 2011
      Wedding Coordinator and Director

      Planned and Directed weddings in the Middle Georgia Area

    • University of Georgia

      Jun 2005 - Dec 2007
      Aquatic Manager

      Aquatic Lifeguard Manager for the Championship UGA Swim Team

    • Sonal J. Shah Event Consultants, LLC

      Mar 2008 - Jun 2010
      Event Staff

      Intern for Sonal J. Shah handling whatever task was needed

    • USTA

      Nov 2010 - Oct 2011
      Administrative Assistant

      Worked as an administrative assistant for the USTA Middle Georgia area

    • Even Start

      Jan 2011 - Oct 2011
      Family Service Coordinator/Administrative Assistant

      -Facilitated with the director in coordinating staff meetings, monthly reports, and parent/child activities -Coordinated speakers and parent events for program participants to provide parenting tips -Effectively scheduled and prioritized daily tasks to ensure efficiency within the office -Created company spreadsheets, databases, or newsletters to ensure organization within the program

    • PGA of America

      Jul 2011 - Aug 2011
      2011 PGA Championship Hospitality Sales Intern

      Intern for the 2011 PGA Championship handling whatever task was needed

    • Monalto Corporate Events

      Sept 2011 - Sept 2011
      Event Staff

      Beam National Sales Meeting Event Staff

    • PGA of America

      Nov 2011 - Oct 2012
      PGA Championship Hospitality Sales Coordinator

      -Facilitated in providing well-orchestrated guest service programs, daily client communication, and fulfillment of all contractual obligations for 150+ corporate hospitality clients -Managed up-to-date files, invoices, and payments for all hospitality packages-Coordinated additional ticket and services sales -Managed the Corporate Hospitality Ticket Distribution process and event -Assisted in creating monthly e-newsletters to ensure clients were informed on all aspects of the event including procedures, event schedules, deadlines, spectator information, and on-site guest services-Planned two corporate golf outings for 250+ players and sales meeting breakfasts for potential clients-Assisted in client meetings with management to help provide clients with important event details -Worked with outside vendors to ensure exceptional service was provided for clients-Assisted in the management of 25 hospitality interns Ryder Cup 2012-Managed the on-site Corporate Hospitality Customer Service Hotline -Assisted in the management of 75+ Hospitality Chalets-Coordinated and supervised all customer service requests from clients-Managed corporate hospitality volunteers and interns-Handled and processed additional ticket orders for clients Show less

    • Charleston Harbor Resort & Marina

      Feb 2013 - Jun 2016
      Wedding Sales Manager

      • Works as the Sales and Event Manager for all weddings associated with the Charleston Harbor Resort and Marina • Managed over 140+ wedding events with over $1.9MM in food, beverage, and hotel room sales• First Wedding Sales Manager to reach catering goal for the year• Increased sales by 60 percent from the previous year• Handles all client contracts, invoices, and daily communication• Orchestrates all sales calls, site visits, email promotions, bridal shows, and advertising• On-site event manager that coordinates food service, event setup, beverage service, outside rentals, guest services, and order of events Show less

    • Burlington Labs

      Jun 2016 - Sept 2016
      Sales Representative

      • Works as the Sales Representative for all the potential and current accounts in South Carolina for Burlington Labs • Generates leads through cold calling, prospecting, and networking • Utilizing consultative sales strategies to drive new business and gain market share• Manages a large territory with monthly and quarterly goals• Attends sales trainings, meetings, conferences, and trade shows • Handles in person presentations and sales calls• Develops and maintains business relationships to increase sales within the territory Show less

    • Van Wagner

      Nov 2016 - now

      • Assistant Vice President

        Dec 2021 - now

      • Collegiate Services, General Manager

        Nov 2016 - Dec 2021

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Talent Focused Management Certified

      The Center for Sales Strategy
      Nov 2022
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