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Ronald Kewley

Restaurant Mgt
Gulfport,Ms

Summary

Experienced manager with ten years of experience and success in driving events planning business development and growth. Skilled in prioritizing events needs and working with sales and marketing teams to meet events booking targets. Eager to bring talent and expertise to growing organization. Seasoned manager with experience in devising marketing and event strategies leading to sustained business growth. Accomplished in creating inspirational workplace cultures and developing high-performing sales, marketing and event planning teams. Detailed manager bringing expertise and achievements in events planning. Focused leader with success in guiding teams through pre-event coordination, event execution and post-event activities while building relationships with internal stakeholders and event attendees. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Dedicated food and beverage professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Event Specialist

Crossmark
Gulfport, MS
02.2022 - Current
  • Managed event logistics and operations.
  • Interfaced with clients to understand event objectives.

Independent Contractor

Value Cab/Uber/Lyft/door Dash
Gulfport, MS
03.2014 - Current
  • Delivered outstanding service to customers to maintain and extend relationships for future business opportunities.
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
  • Evaluated trends to understand competitive environments and assess current strategies.

General Manager

IHOP/Marriot
D’Iberville, Ms
03.2010 - 12.2013
  • Managed budget implementations, employee evaluations and contract details.
  • Reduced costs, managed delivery schedules and performed risk analysis to improve overall profitability.
  • Maximized operational excellence mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices and company procedures.
  • Implemented operational strategies and effectively built customer and employee loyalty.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
  • Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts and costs.
  • Prepared annual budgets with controls to prevent overages.
  • Drove year-over-year business growth while leading operations, strategic vision and long-range planning.

Food and Beverage Supervisor

ILSE Casino Resort
Biloxi, MS
03.2009 - 01.2011
  • Set and enforced performance and service standards to keep consistent, high-quality environment devoted to customer satisfaction.
  • Applied knowledge of previous supply needs and forecasted business levels to estimate required supplies.
  • Continuously evaluated business operations to effectively align workflows for optimal area coverage and customer satisfaction.
  • Participated in team-building activities to enhance working relationships.
  • Received and processed stock into inventory management system.

Education

GED -

Hchs
Gulfport, MS

Skills

Vendor and contract negotiations

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Timeline

Event Specialist

Crossmark
02.2022 - Current

Independent Contractor

Value Cab/Uber/Lyft/door Dash
03.2014 - Current

General Manager

IHOP/Marriot
03.2010 - 12.2013

Food and Beverage Supervisor

ILSE Casino Resort
03.2009 - 01.2011

GED -

Hchs
Ronald Kewley Restaurant Mgt