RESUME
Education
The Art Institute of Washington, Arlington, VA • September 2007
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Graphic Design
Work Experience
Bar Italia, Lakewood Ranch, FL • July 2024–Present
Restaurant Server
• Serving Italian cuisine in casual restaurant
The Chiles Group, Anna Maria Island, FL
The Beach House • July 2021–January 2024
Sandbar • October 2022–January 2024
Restaurant / Event Server
• Served American cuisine in casual, waterfront setting
• Provided buffet and plated meal service for weddings and events
Pier 22 & Grove, Bradenton, FL • April 2023–July 2023
Event Server
• Catered onsite and offsite banquets and events
MossNeck Manor, Fredericksburg, VA • November 2020–June 2021
Event Server
• Served buffets and plated meals for weddings and events
Field & Main Restaurant, Marshall, VA • March 2021–June 2021
Restaurant Server
• Served American farm-to-table cuisine in fine dining restaurant
BJs Brewhouse and Restaurant, Fredericksburg, VA • October 2020–February 2021
Restaurant Server
• Served American cuisine in casual restaurant
La Petite Auberge, Fredericksburg, VA • July 2017–February 2020
Restaurant / Event Server
• Served French cuisine in fine dining restaurant
• Provided prix fixe 4-course menu service for events
Fransmart, Alexandria, VA • February 2016–March 2017
Brand Marketing Coordinator / Graphic Designer
• Created content and design for brand brochures, presentations, emails, and websites
• Optimized lead generation by utilizing online press, search engine, and social media platforms
• Managed development of advertisements, exhibits, and presentations for trade shows
Evo Bistro, McLean, VA • October 2011–April 2014 / March 2015–January 2016
Marketing & Event Manager
• Executed creation of advertising, menus, collateral, photography, signage, and website
• Wrote copy, designed, and tracked data for email, social media, and online campaigns
• Negotiated, coordinated, and managed logistics for banquet and off-site catering events
Purple Tie by Ridgewells, Bethesda, MD • September 2014–March 2015
Manager / Banquet Server
• Managed banquet service and supervised staff at DC Convention Center functions
• Coordinated with kitchen, service, and venue staff to ensure high-quality operations
• Assisted with food preparation, décor, service, set up, and break down of events
NVM Paving & Concrete, Inc., Fairfax, VA • April 2012–April 2013
Marketing Manager
• Created promotional copy, photography, and design for website and email campaigns
• Generated leads by exhibiting, networking, and volunteering at industry events
• Increased outreach efforts by creating and maintaining customer database
National Association of Bond Lawyers, Washington, DC • January 2011–August 2011
Marketing Manager
• Produced content and design for online, direct mail, and on-site conference materials
• Increased visibility by establishing an online presence through email and social media
• Collected information and designed books, journals, presentations, and email newsletters
Capital One, McLean, VA • January 2005–May 2008 / May 2009–January 2011
System Administrator (Contract)
• Managed internal help desk to diagnose and troubleshoot trading application issues
• Developed process flow and instructional guides for custom-built internal applications
• Conducted system testing to identify compliance issues and ensure regulatory standards
The Gerontological Society of America, Washington, DC • May 2008–May 2009
Marketing Coordinator
• Collaborated with educational professionals to promote student enrollment campaigns
• Produced membership recruitment advertising for industry publications and websites
• Designed, maintained, and updated annual conference promotions and on-site materials
American Chemistry Council, Arlington, VA • September 1997–January 2003
Internet Communications Specialist, January 2002–January 2003
• Developed content and graphics for websites, online contests, and email campaigns
• Implemented migration of information from intranet sites to content management systems
• Managed annual budget planning and tracking for association websites and online services
Communications Coordinator, January 2000–December 2001
• Composed newsletter copy and design featuring industry news, interviews, and best practices
• Created content and graphics for department collateral, website, and press releases
• Developed community resources and presentations for association member companies
Assistant Editor, September 1998–December 1999
• Edited articles and managed ad trafficking process for association magazine
• Developed content and graphics for student-focused educational website
• Compiled research and designed directories, newsletters, and conference materials
Administrative Assistant, September 1997–August 1998
• Recorded meeting minutes and compiled press clips for committee member distribution
• Scheduled and coordinated calls, meetings, appointments, and travel arrangements
• Maintained and updated file, mail, database, and office equipment systems
Interests
Edison High School Reunion Planning Committee
Event Planner (2012–2021)
"Thurston" Web Series
Production Assistant (2012–2014)