Melissa Cahill

Niagara Falls, ON. | 905- 329-7949 | mcahill2@ncstudents.niagaracollege.ca

OBJECTIVE: Gain the experience and knowledge of working in a team environment within the events industry while successfully completing the duties of the applied for position. It has been my passion to work in events and I am confident that my abilities will continue the successes of this company. EDUCATION: Niagara College Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON Student from Fall 2013 Spring 2014 Event Management Post-Graduate Certificate Program Graduated June 2014 Brock University St. Catharines, ON. Student from Fall 2009 Spring 2013 Bachelor of Business Communications Graduated June 2013 Saint Paul High School Niagara Falls, ON. Student from Fall 2005 Spring 2009 Graduated as an Honour Roll student and received a scholarship from Brock University. VOLUNTEER WORK AND CO-OP OPPORTUNITIES: Jan. 9th, 2014 Apr. 4th, 2014 McMaster University Michael G. DeGroote Department School of Medicine. Being at this placement has really enhanced my skills logistically in the organization and planning process of an event. It was an incredible opportunity to be involved in the planning experience and working alongside Erica Walters. Sept. 20th, 2013-Oct. 30th, 2013 Niagara Falls International Marathon. Being at this placement has truly helped me take the initiative in calling sponsors, hands on organization with event materials, and event day execution. May 2012 Aug. 2013 Niagara United Soccer Club Assistant Coach. Being an assistant coach was an extremely rewarding experience. Being able to teach, guide, organize and challenge young children to work together as a team was an overwhelming and exciting achievement.

WORK EXPERIENCE: May 24th, 2012 Current

Oct. 30th, 2010 Sept. 9th, 2012

June 7th, 2010 Feb. 13th, 2011

July 18th, 2009 Oct. 10th, 2009

Hoops Sports Bar & Grill. Working here has advanced my skills in organization, time management, juggling priorities, and customer service dramatically. Serving parties from two to over fifty has forced me to take charge and ownership over my guests overall experience ensuring that it is nothing but excellence until the time they leave. Brasa Restaurant at the Hilton. From past employments it has become my expertise in communicating with guests and being the upmost professional in this environment as a hostess. Great Wolf Lodge: Trading Post Gift Shop. Working here I became more familiar with stocking, folding, handling cash, and it also enhanced my customer service abilities. Reservations, at the Embassy Suites. During this time of employment I developed great communication skills to deal with customers around the world.

HOBBIES: Compete in soccer throughout the summer and winter months Have recently discovered my love for boxing that requires determination and both inner and outer strength REFERENCES Christine Blane Event Management Professor/Advisor 135 Taylor Rd. Niagara-on-the-Lake Campus (905) 641-2252 ext. Erica Walters McMaster University, Niagara Regional Campus 500 Glenridge Ave. St. Catharines (905) 378-5717 ext.6416 Albert Seto Hoops Manager 7555 Montrose Rd. Niagara Falls (416) 618-2121 Linda Chamberlain F&B Operation Manager at the Hilton 6361 Fallsview Blvd. Niagara Falls (905) 401-4627 Linda McIntyre AFSSN Teacher 285 East Main St. Welland (905) 357-2015 Tim Chamberlain Niagara United Soccer Club President 6775 Kalar Rd. Niagara Falls (905) 358-2541