Brandi Benda

Experience

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  Purdue University

  Jan 2010 - May 2012

  Motorsport Administrative Technician

  Assisted in the development of a motorsports program at Purdue University. Partnered with the Director of Motorsports Operations at Purdue to build the program from the ground up. Focused on developing workshops, presentations, and special events to increase exposure and interest in motorsports at Purdue University. The highlight of the program was my role in the coordination and execution of the Electric Vehicle Grand Prix. The EVGP has grown into an international competition with events at both Purdue University and the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Show less

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  Toscana Bar and Grill

  Jun 2012 - May 2013

  Server and Bartender

  Customer service and detail were at the forefront of my time at Toscana Bar and Grille. The upscale Italian restaurant gave me the tools to create a high end experience for customers.

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  Hostmark Hospitality Group

  May 2013 - Dec 2013

  11 week internship with both the Holiday Inn City Center in downtown Lafayette and Four Points by Sheridan in West Lafayette. Specialized in client relations and customer appreciation events. Assisted in event production and execution. Created marketing material for promotions used within multiple departments of the hotel and a sales manual that was adopted by the entire sales team.

  • Front-of-House Supervisor

    Aug 2013 - Dec 2013

  • Sales Specialist

    May 2013 - Aug 2013
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  Andretti Global

  Aug 2014 - now

  5 month internship with Andretti Autosport as a client services intern. During this time I assisted with client events, market research, and volunteer coordination. My daily responsibilities included greeting all visitors, directing incoming phone calls, organizing purchase orders, and handling all incoming and outgoing shipments.

  • Director, Commercial Operations

    Apr 2023 - now

  • Senior Manager, Partnership Operations

    Jan 2021 - now

  • Partnership Operations

    Nov 2017 - Jan 2021

  • Client Services and Merchandise Manager

    Jan 2016 - Oct 2017

  • Client Services Associate

    Jan 2015 - Dec 2015

  • Client Services Intern

    Aug 2014 - Dec 2014