SAMANTHA BZDAWKA

1330 North Cleaver Street | Chicago, IL 60642 | (847) 387-2201 | sambzd@gmail.com

OBJECTIVE
Seeking a challenging position with an emphasis on marketing and management, where my practical and
educational experience will significantly contribute to the overall success of the
organization and provide personal opportunities for career growth.

EDUCATION
DePaul University, Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Leadership Graduated June 2013
Chicago, Illinois
Concentration: Event Management
Minor (Specialization within Hospitality): Sales Leadership in Marketing
GPA 3.50; Deans List
EXPERIENCE
Pitchfork Music Festival, Bartender July 2014
Chicago, Illinois
Assist with setup and teardown of event tents
Work as bartender
Hyatt Corporation, Consumer Insights Intern June 2014 to Present
Chicago, Illinois
Assist in developing and executing new marketing techniques for Hyatt Hotels
Analyze and create prototypes to improve the quality of the Hyatt brand
Jam Productions, Creative Services Intern October 2013 to May 2014
Chicago, Illinois
Prepare cost sheets, credit card reports, and vendor quotes for client events
Assist with marketing and executing set-up and tear-down of special events
Jam Productions, Assistant Manager/Merchandise Assistant/Bartender August 2011 to Present
Chicago, Illinois
Assist with setup and teardown of events at The Vic and The Riviera Theatre
Work as assistant manager, merchandise sales associate, server, bartender, and box office agent
Greenkey Wedding Photography, Coordinator May 2012 to Present
Chicago, Illinois
Assist in developing marketing programs for client acquisition
Assist in developing client packages
Style Chicago, Intern March 2011 to June 2011
Chicago, Illinois
Assisted with marketing programs for client acquisition
Assisted with execution of client events
DePaul University, Desk Receptionist 2010 to 2012
Chicago, Illinois
Greeted residents and visitors of residence halls
Monitored and enforced DePaul housing rules and regulations
TravelClick, Intern 2007 to 2011 Seasonal
Schaumburg, Illinois
Worked in the Customer Care Center reporting to the manager of Customer Service, and in the Central Sales
Group reporting to the manager of Inside Sales
Worked on projects focused on improving quality and integrity of data within TravelClicks internal
operating systems
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Microsoft Office, Salesforce.com, Social Media, ServSafe Manager, ServSafe Alcohol, Cvent