Laurie Leigh Burns

SUMMARY

Creative and self-motivated professional skilled in managing concurrent project goals

and providing innovative solutions. Proven expertise in brand awareness, event
development, and interpersonal communication. Eager to contribute to the success of
impactful marketing and events and enhance overall brand experience and exposure.

912-856-7608 EXPERIENCE
laurieburns48@icloud.com DINING SERVICES MANAGER
Arthur M. Blank: West Creek Ranch
Atlanta, Georgia Aug 2023- Nov 2023

Collaborated with the executive chef and front-of-house staff to curate exceptional
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dining experiences to heightened guest satisfaction
Established new customer service standards and policies, leading to improvements in

SKILLS operational efficiency

Managed the layout and execution of all functions within the dining room,
Hospitality consistently meeting high-quality standards
Event Management Managed the inventory of beer and wine, adeptly anticipating the needs of upcoming
guest groups and ensuring a well-stocked and diverse selection
Logistics Coordination
Microsoft Office Suite
Problem-Solving SPECIAL PROJECTS COORDINATOR
Strong Communication Rebecca Gardner: Houses and Parties

Aug 2022- June 2023

EDUCATION Traveled to oversee and contribute to all stages of exclusive events for high-profile
clientele, demonstrating adaptability and hands-on event management
KENNESAW STATE UNIVERSITY
Collaborated with department directors to define project goals ensuring the seamless
Bachelor’s of Science: Public Relations
execution of events from inception to conclusion
GPA 3.5 Sourced vendors, including entertainment and audio/visual, to deliver diverse event
2019- 2022 experiences
Developed product lists and inventory logistics for off-property content photo-shoots

INTERNSHIPS and event sites

SOCIAL MEDIA, FEATUTEDX

2020 VIP COORDINATOR
J.W Marriott Plant Riverside
- Wrote and uploaded qualiy content pieces for client's
various social media pages, improving overall traffic and March 2022- Aug 2022
awareness
Managed reservation details for the hotel's esteemed clientele, ensuring a seamless
experience from arrival to departure
CREATIVE STRATEGY, WORD OF MOUTH P.R
Established lasting connections with guests, contributing to increased brand loyalty and
2019- 2020
driving up hotel traffic through exceptional customer service
- Organized social media layouts, content creation, and
Produced daily reports detailing the preferences of VIP clientele, facilitating effective
aesthetic styling on clients Instagram and Facebook
communication among hotel departments to ensure personalized and top-tier service
accounts
Managed the ordering, personalizing, and distribution of guest amenity requests,
-Engaged with clients to gather branding details to
demonstrating attention to detail
personalize aesthetics and marketing strategies